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Baylor Baptist presented Carols in Our Cars, Dec. 13

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Baylor Baptist Church hosted a creative alternative to their annual Living Christmas Tree musical Sunday evening, Dec. 13, when they presented “Carols in Our Cars.”

This year of social precautions due to the coronavirus has led to many new ways of accomplishing purposes including this new idea. The church welcomed the community to leave their homes by driving their car, filled with family members, to the Baylor parking lot at 210 North Preston Street, just two blocks north of W. Ennis Avenue.

Crime Stoppers seeks citizens help

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While the old adage, crime doesn’t pay, always seems to have people willing to test its veracity, the counter side is that Crime Stoppers will pay for reported tips by citizens to their tip line.

Fire near Spec’s in Garrett

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Multiple fire departments joined forces with Garrett Rural Fire Dept. to successfully render aid to a reported mobile home fire on Monday afternoon, Dec. 7.

Ennis Fire along with assistance from Palmer, Bristol and Ellis County Precinct No. 2, provided mutual relief at approximately 4:30 p.m. on what was initially reported as a mobile home on fire to the 4000 Block of Spur 469. Some residents feared it was the adjacent Spec’s Liquor store, though it was not damaged.

Ellis County rendering aid to groups in need

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Joe Biden announcing his new economic team this week said, “Help is on the way.” The likelihood or timing of that move is debatable. Meanwhile in Ellis County, a Republican stronghold, the Commissioners Court approved the authorization for Judge Todd Little to sign a certification form to launch the Coronavirus Relief Fund.

Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) act in the amount of $3,460,930.00 ($3.4 M). This funding has supported Ellis County and associated jurisdictions in COVID-19 mitigation efforts.

Christmas trees brighten the season

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Decked out in tinsel, lights, ornaments, and garland, Christmas trees are enduring symbols of the holiday season that boast a rich history.

Evergreen trees have been used to celebrate winter festivals for thousands of years, and eventually became associated with Christianity. Plants and trees that remained green all year held special meaning to ancient peoples, and were purported to keep away illness and evil spirits.

State Rep. Terry Meza , D-Irving files House Bill to remove "Castle Doctrine"

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A bill seeking to modify the so-called “castle doctrine” in Texas is getting lawmakers riled up ahead of the legislative session that begins next year. The “castle doctrine” is outlined in Sec. 9.41 of the state’s penal code. It gives people the right to use deadly force to protect their “land or tangible, movable property.”State Rep.

Ellis County announces Ellis County Economic Relief Grant (ERG)

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As of Today, Ellis County proudly announces the launch of the Ellis County Economic Relief Grant (ERG). The following grant has been established as a partnership between county government, healthcare agencies, nonprofits/social service agencies, and local small businesses to assist in the fight against the effects of COVID-19. This grant is intended to further stimulate local economic recovery, reduce unemployment, and assist qualifying groups by providing additional financial resources to entities across the Ellis County economy. “We are living in extraordinary times.

AG Pax­ton Sues Bat­tle­ground States for Uncon­sti­tu­tion­al Changes to 2020 Elec­tion Laws

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton today filed a lawsuit against Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin in the United States Supreme Court. The four states exploited the COVID-19 pandemic to justify ignoring federal and state election laws and unlawfully enacting last-minute changes, thus skewing the results of the 2020 General Election. The battleground states flooded their people with unlawful ballot applications and ballots while ignoring statutory requirements as to how they were received, evaluated and counted.

Ellis County Judge Todd Little releases message on COVID-19

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Last week we gathered in the spirit of Thanksgiving, commemorating the 400th anniversary of the pilgrims landing on Plymouth Rock. The resilient men and women who set out on a hope for a future of liberty and freedom ventured uncharted waters; enduring the hardships of building a new life.

Ennis chosen Best Community Improvement

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Build it and they’ll come, the line from the 1989 movie, Field of Dreams, suggests building a classic baseball field and players will want to suit up and play. In Ennis, a similar vision has taken place.