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Back-to-School giveaways, benefits expand

Dr. Greg Bradley begins his tenure as the new superintendent of the Ennis Independent School District beginning Tuesday, May 27, at the downtown Central Offices.

Former Ellis County Judge Todd Little began as the new Executive Director of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) on Thursday, May 15, in Arlington. He follows Mike Eastland in becoming the organization’s third Executive Director in its 59-year history.

St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church recognized area graduates with a specially planned day for about 50 teenagers last week. Fr. John Dick and youth minister José Luque led Mass and a dinner for the teenagers, who were students at local high schools.

Annual event held at Ennis Veterans Memorial Park

Kayla Jones’ students win top honors in trade skills

Andrea Weckmueller-Behringer began May 12

A group named Friends of Ennis has formed an initiative to recall Mayor Kameron Raburn. Organizers need the signatures of 30 percent of registered voters who live in the city limits to prompt a new ballot in November.

A fitting kickoff to the Polka Fest is once again set for Friday night, May 23, at KJT Auditorium. For 38-years and running, young and old will compete at 9pm at 1216 S. Paris Street.

Six years in office at the historic Ellis County Courthouse has ended for County Judge Todd Little. Recently named Executive Director of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), the remaining 18-months of his term will be filled by John Wray.