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The people and places of Ennis’ past”

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These images are from the Ennis Historical Society Collection archived at the Ennis Public Library. From top, Jettie Coleman and her father, John Coleman, in the store they operated in

Some like it hot

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Following the wettest June in 46 years, the weather pendulum swung wildly in July. Over the weekend, on Aug. 3, a rainless streak of 32 days ended in Ennis. Weather

Civilians aid Ennis police in arrest

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Ennis Police, with an assist from local citizens, made an arrest near I-45 on Sunday, July 14. An Ennis Police officer had just completed an off-duty job and was in

John Wray, time well-spent in Austin

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Managing Editor’s Note: This is the second in a twopart series on John Wray. The first appeared in the Aug. 4 edition, which are available at the office or online.

Writer finds inspiration living in Ennis

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A Southern California native is now not only a resident of the Bluebonnet City but she’s an author with a new book out. Dez Tovar has recently released her new

Respite from taxes on school supplies

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Beginning Friday, Aug. 9, and running through midnight Aug. 11, purchases qualifying as school supplies, like clothing and backpacks, will be sold tax-free statewide. Texas State Comptroller Glenn Hegar suspends

Ennis Tractor Supply to host Deer & Wildlife event

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Hunting season is here, and Tractor Supply Company is inviting all of its Ennis deer and wildlife enthusiasts to stop by for its upcoming Deer and Wildlife event. On Aug.

EPD resumes search for car in creek

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INVESTIGATION

Ennis Police announced on Friday the search for the missing car of the late Emily Wade, who perished in January when she apparently drove her silver Nissan Altima over a flooded bridge at Chambers Creek, has returned their efforts.

Police Chief John Erisman, who has maintained the case remains open, said there was almost a major discovery this week. The Investigation Department resumed their search for the car, believed lost down-river when torrential waters rose over the sideless bridge by 20 to 25 feet.

Home tour details announced

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Christmas in August? Well, sort of. The announcement was recently made of the five houses that will be included on the upcoming Christmas Home Tour. This event is to be hosted by The Friends of the Ennis Public Library and proceeds are to benefit that organization.

“Join us on December 8 for the Christmas Home Tour to enjoy five featured houses each with unique design, holiday decor and a story to tell,” said Ennis Public Library Director Jessica Diaz, adding that the homes each have “a unique design, holiday decor and a story to tell.”

John Wray, time well-spent in Austin

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POLITICAL

Managing Editor’s Note: This is the first in a two-part series on John Wray. On Wednesday he will share the highlights of his terms, what he hangs his hat on, and his views about Ennis.

Waxahachie resident and well-respected businessman John Wray, the Republican State Representative for District 10, announced on July 3 he would not seek a fourth term in office in Austin.

The weekly 170-mile treks to the state capital have grown less desirable, though his third term runs through January of 2021.