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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.

When the University of Georgia hosted its spring commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 9 in Sanford Stadium, Ennis alum Collin Drake was one of the over 8,000 who received their diplomas.

Completing a career circle, Jay Tullos, who announced his retirement after six-years as superintendent of the Ennis Independent School District, has been rehired by the Douglass ISD in East Texas.

Ennis Parks & Recreation announced on May 14 the re-opening of the 10am Splash Pad at Rotary Park. Located on the City’s NW side at 2300 Park Street, which connects with N. Preston St. N. Clay St. also ends on Park St at what previously was known as Kiwanis Park.

The Ellis County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is proud to announce a collaborative initiative with ThinkFast Interactive, Watch UR BAC, and Palmer High School to educate students on critical safety and health topics. This partnership aims to engage students in interactive learning experiences that address issues such as underage drinking, distracted driving, substance misuse, and other topics.

An Ennis resident and area school high school teacher, Logan Treadaway, suggested that Ennis Independent School District join the list of area schools who livestream their school board meetings. He shared his thoughts during Tuesday’s Citizen Comment section of the EISD board meeting.

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