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They won the war:

Sun, 11/06/2022 - 01:00

Four WWII vets were still active in 2018

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Father’s Vietnam service source of pride for Ennis Family

Sun, 11/06/2022 - 01:00

A local family looks forward to celebrating Veterans’ Day with their father for his service to his country in Vietnam, a war some feel is now less remembered than others although it was one of the longest in U.S. history.

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Ellis County goes to the polls

Sun, 11/06/2022 - 01:00

Ennis seeks renewal of .0025 tax for road repairs

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City initiates Arbor Day tree planting

Sun, 11/06/2022 - 01:00

Inaugural transplants honor Anderson, Spellman

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Saluting last Ennis Honor Flight Veteran

Sun, 11/06/2022 - 01:00

Saluting last Ennis Honor Flight Veteran

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Autumn Daze a wrap, Lights of Ennis on tap

Sun, 11/06/2022 - 01:00

Following a jam-packed October, area residents can take advantage of activities planned for November and December. Autumn Daze, originally a few days, has become an entire month of related events tied to the hay maze and pumpkin patch.

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EFD responds to weekend fires

Sun, 10/30/2022 - 01:00

Ennis Firefighters snuffed out a pair of night fires this week, one requiring two fire engines, the other involving only a brushfire vehicle.

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Healthy Halloween snack options

Sun, 10/30/2022 - 01:00

Halloween is a magical time of year. Homes are adorned with festive fall accoutrements, including hay bails, pumpkins and mums as well as the black, purple and orange decorations that are unique to a season of ghouls and goblins. Although decorating is a large part of the fun of Halloween, the sweet treats that are distributed to trick-or-treaters and presented at Halloween parties are arguably the most popular component of this beloved holiday. Candy is everywhere come Halloween. The National Confectioners’ Association reports that Halloween is the largest confectionary holiday, followed by Easter and Christmas. The National Retail Federation and NCA indicate the average American consumes 3.4 pounds of candy around Halloween, and 600 million pounds of candy are purchased across the country for the holiday.

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Common banking scams and how to avoid them

Sun, 10/30/2022 - 01:00

Many people see email as a convenient and effective way to receive information. Popular banks have even started using email as a primary method of communication to send account updates to their customers. Now, cybercriminals are imitating banks in their phishing emails to try to manipulate you and steal your sensitive information.