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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Ellis County Communities to prioritize mental health during the holiday season

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 01:00

Prioritizing self-care: Engage in activities that promote relaxation and rejuvenation, such as mindfulness practices, physical exercise, and adequate sleep.

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Helping aging guests stay safe during holiday celebrations

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 01:00

The holidays bring family and friends around the dinner table each year. This year, take some time to check your house and make some simple adjustments to help your aging family members feel a little more confident in a different environment.

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A look back at the Alonzo Hartman Rowe family of Ennis

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 01:00

The house pictured above was built by Alonzo Hartman Rowe before 1901. It was located at 308 W. Knox, where the post office back parking lot is. As you can see it was an ornate structure, but due to disrepair had to be torn down sometime in the early 1960s, when the post office expanded.

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Library grant opens portal to past

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 01:00

Digital archives of EDN to connect citizens with Ennis history

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Campus coverage now complete

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 01:00

EISD police staff expands to all schools

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Fast-track to success

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 01:00

Ennis alum, Ike Walker, credits his mentors

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County breaks ground on new sub-courthouse

Sun, 11/19/2023 - 01:00

Growth in Ellis County has spurred the need for a new sub-courthouse, where the current Justice of the Peace will function. On October 20, Ellis County Judge Todd Little, the four Ellis County Commissioners, and McGough Construction met to host a groundbreaking ceremony on the south side of U.S. 287-Business near Waxahachie High School.

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Bardwell bridge encounters delays

Fri, 11/10/2023 - 06:00

Completion of the job at the Bardwell Bridge has run into a snag during the final leg of the one-mile, two-lane project according to Texas Department of Transportation.

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Masons honor community builder, Jimmy Boon

Fri, 11/10/2023 - 06:00

One of the City’s most upstanding citizens, Jimmy Boon, was recognized on Tuesday, November 7, by the Ennis Masonic Lodge No. 369 as the 2023 Community Builder Award.