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One-year in as Head of Schools, Dr. Greg Bradley is wasting little time in bolstering the leadership within the central offices of Ennis Independent School District. Three administrative moves have been made with another to be announced. Bradley advanced Wade Bishop to Deputy Superintendent, following the recent retirement of Brad Koskelin.

Led-off by a festive line of marchers, horseback riders, cars and truckspulling trailers, a Juneteenth parade of over 40 entries was just the beginning of a community celebrating what began in Texas and is now a national holiday.

President of the Greater Ennis Chamber of Commerce, Geoeffery Williams, reported the opening of a new non-profit organization whose mission is to develop the area workforce with strategic leadership training.

During last week’s City Commission meeting at City Hall, the opening agenda spotlighted a number of individuals, some were added to various committees, while others were cited as employees of the month. Mayor Lynda Isbell then drew attention to a pair of highly respected women who have faithfully served Ennis for years, who were announcing their retirement.

Alamo Middle School continues to serve at the heart of Ennis, evidenced by its recent replacement of the B.F. Thomas gymnasium floor. Opened in 1987, the original floor has been changed to an athletic mat comprised of Polysport Rubber Flooring System.

Last week the Republican Party of Texas held its biennial convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. The event was the first since the pandemic, and attendance was down considerably.

People and businesses are choosing Texas because Texas works. Successful corporations at the top are sharing the age-old real estate mantra, “location, location, location.” True, the geographic position of property is the most important factor that determines value and desirability for realtors.

The Ennis Retired School Personnel Association had a great end of year meeting on May 28, 2026. There was great food and great conversation with 56 people in attendance. They conducted some business and voted to approve Melinda Shaw as First Vice President.

In celebration of National Garden Club Week which is the first week of June, the Ennis Garden Club is announcing the 2026 Spring Yards of the Season. Yards of the Season are selected twice a year, Spring and Fall. The yards, nominated by members of the Ennis Garden Club, are selected in each of the four EISD school districts.