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WWII Navy vet remembered

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John Horan is still mourned in Ennis. He was the next to last member of Honor Flight of Ellis County, the first Texas unit of the Honor Flight organization. A celebration of life service was planned for 2 p.m., July 18, 2019 at Tabernacle Baptist.

Tips for effective remote learning

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An increased reliance on virtual home instruction has many students rethinking their organizational strategies and daily school schedules. Learning at home is different from being in a traditional classroom environment, but with some effective strategies, students can persevere without missing a beat.

Unordered seeds come with warning

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Unsolicited seeds arriving in packages to residents in several states have led to warnings from the Texas Master Gardener Association. The packs have originated from outside the United States and are currently considered a mystery due to the recipient no placing an order.

Benoit to build new facility on Hwy 287

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A recent land deal and arrangements with the City of Ennis have secured Benoit Premium Threading, who are based in Houma, Louisiana, who has already broken ground on a new manufacturing facility adjacent to the Texas Motorplex.

Ferris starts-off early, Aug. 12

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Ferris ISD will be the first out of the gate in Eastern Ellis County with a Wednesday, Aug. 12, start-up day in Bricktown. Superintendent James Hartman was working on a course of action in late spring and tinkered with the design every time Austin devised something good.

Masons honor five high achievers

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Cameron Skrivanek, Diana Gallegos Castillo (center) and Elaina Spence, all Ennis graduates, earned $1,000 scholarships this month at Masonic Lodge No. 369. The downtown ceremony was led by Grand Master David Wright. Skrivanek garnered his scholarship on behalf of the Bardwell Masonic Lodge No. 1054.

Ennis classes, some sports face delayed start

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University Interscholastic League officials announced on Tuesday that the affects of the coronavirus will not prevent the start of school as designated by independent school districts. It will, however, impact when athletic teams and marching bands from Class 5A and 6A may begin practicing.

Tullos unveils entry plan

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Ennis Independent School District officials and Supt. Jay Tullos released a three-page set of plans for the start of 2020-2021 school year. It covers a number of aspects related to guidance from Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency, firm yet subject to change.

How to effectively and safely sanitize a car

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The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way people live. One readily felt effect was spending more time at home. Vehicles sat idle in driveways and even some automotive insurance providers reduced rates because people were driving much less.

Ennis Regional Medical Center urges community members to wear masks

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ERMC is urging community members to wear face masks or cloth face coverings in public areas where social distancing is not easily achieved in an effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19. This aligns with recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state/county mandate, as being an effective way to prevent the spread of the illness. The hospital has already instituted a universal masking protocol within its facilities and requires anyone entering to wear a face mask at all times.