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Congratulations continue for Henrietta Novotny, local businesswoman and friend to many in Ennis and Ellis County. Her book, ‘Fond Memories,’ recently released, and for which a reception was held last week at Felcman’s Ladies’ Shop & Gifts, has struck a chord with many who share with the author their own fond reminiscences of Ennis’ past.

Established by President Harry S. Truman (D-Mo.) in 1952 as the National Day of Prayer, it continues Thursday, May 5, with an hour-long community event. Minnie McDowell Park, on the corner of N. Dallas and W. Knox, will once again serve as host.

Three years ago, just before Covid-19 struck, the following story ran in the Ennis News, proving even recent memories can be history:

Late this week a start-up meeting for Kiwanis was announced. Anyone interested is encouraged to attend. It is set for noon on Friday, May 13 at the Bluebonnet Room inside the Welcome Center, 210 NW Main Street. Parking is free.

A former Ennis civic organization, the Kiwanis Club, is planning a return to active club status. Area and regional leaders from Kiwanis International met in public settings on Monday and Tuesday of this week to determine the level of interest that exists.

Six local junior and senior high students were recognized for their artwork in the Bluebonnets and Trains Art Contest, which was sponsored by the Ennis Heritage Society. Their art has been on display at the Ennis Public Library. Winners received $100, $75 and $50 for first through third place.

Area residents of all ages have been issued an invitation to tour the newly renovated Alamo Middle School, on Tuesday, May 3.

Youth of today are often painted with a wide brush stroke as soft, lacking any semblance of a work ethic, or expecting the world on a platter. Then there’s Harmony Spence.