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What's the purpose behind a leap year?

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February is known for many things, one of which is being the shortest month of the year.

Common household poisons that put kids in harm’s way

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Childhood is time of exploration for youngsters. Curiosity is a healthy way for kids to broaden their horizons. However, in an effort to learn more about their worlds, children may find themselves in harm’s way.

The role of tech in ag

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Modern industry is driven by technology. Advancements in technology have changed how business is conducted, with some industries undergoing dramatic changes since the dawn of the 21st century.

Welcome Center, clock tower, completing external work

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Like tying the bow on a tuxedo, the finishing touches at the new Welcome Center on NW Main Street will soon sport what is expected to be a classic completion to the construction just in time for the coming bluebonnet season.

Playing Show-and-Tell on the Big Stage

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The annual crowd-pleaser by students and faculty during the Ennis ISD Showcase brought smiles and built bridges to hundreds and hundreds on Thursday night. Campus visits and introductions to sports, clubs and organizations as well as rousing performances by an elementary All-Star choir, the band, cheerleaders, Lionettes, even photo ops with the Lions mascots made it a memorable night.

Governor endorses Ellzey for State Rep.

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Governor Greg Abbott appeared at the Rogers Hotel across from the Ellis County Courthouse on Tuesday, Feb. 18, to endorse Republican Jake Ellzey in the race for State House of Representatives District 10 race. Ellzey is running against Ryan Pitts and Robert Rader in the March 3 primary.

Keep Ennis Beautiful in 2020

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The organization Keep Ennis Beautiful (KEB) continues its relevance as local parks enlarge and more visitors to those areas increase. Many have noticed City of Ennis construction activity at Rotary Park, formerly Jaycee Park, where a splash pad and restrooms are being installed and will be completed by this summer.

Recognizing Black History Month in Ennis

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As the group demonstrated last month during its annual MLK Jr Day events, Unity in the Community not only cares about black history but black Ennis history.

Grayson, Valdez host town hall, Thursday

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Ellis County Precinct 2 will hold a town hall meeting in Ennis at the newly constructed Welcome Center at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20. Everyone is invited.

Music that addresses pain, loss

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Ennis’ musical culture is varied but a spiritual mainstay is the work of the talented singers of Tabernacle Baptist Church led by worship pastor Brandon Hixson who released a new song last week and sang it this Sunday for the first time.