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Ennis News relocates downtown offices

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Long associated with its downtown offices and printing hub, the Ennis News will relocate their ongoing operations to 215 N. Dallas, Suite D, one building to the north and upstairs.

Daily Horoscope 01/12/2022

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Stay on track, keep your life simple and put a solid plan in place before you initiate a change. A thoughtful approach to life and how you live, coupled with being mindful of others, will help you achieve the success you are searching for and encourage better relationships with others. Wise decisions will pave your way to victory and a stress-free future. Keep working toward your goal until you feel confident that you have mastered what you set out to do. Embark on a journey that focuses on diversity and originality, and challenge yourself to do better.

Daily Horoscope 01/11/2022

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Embrace change and turn your ideas into opportunities. Take the plunge and live up to your expectations. Step outside your comfort zone. Trust yourself, not someone else. You'll gain insight into who you are and what you can do. Let your imagination lead the way and your intuition keep you on track. Consider your options and do your homework. Carving out a path that will make your every move count will build confidence. Verify and process information before you act on it or pass it along.

Daily Horoscope 01/10/2022

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Take a step back, look at the big picture and evaluate your past, present and future. Understanding the process of how to move forward requires recognizing what works for you. Face emotional issues head-on, clear up unfinished business and elect to proceed with a clean slate. A positive attitude will draw support and good results. Deal with friends, relatives and colleagues respectfully, and you'll avoid an emotional scene. If you want to make a change, be sure to have your facts and figures straight before proceeding.

New Year inventory

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The New Year is when we take stock.

Underground refuse system launches Jan. 24

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Ennis will become the first city in Texas to install an underground refuse system when they host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m. on January 24, 2022. The event, held at the Welcome Center at 201 NW Main St. in Ennis’ Historic Downtown, will display two of the innovative solutions for refuse as well as the collection vehicle.

Refreshments will be served along with a short presentation from the CEO of Underground Refuse Systems showcasing how the leading-edge system works.

Downtown holiday events biggest ever in Ennis

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Christmas and New Year’s Eve events were at a premium in Ennis last month as locals enjoyed the city’s stepped up holiday festivities.

“It’s so awesome,” commented Ennis Mayor Angie Juenemann.

Beginning mid-December, it’s been a full roster of varied activity downtown for locals: snow-tubing fun that kids love; the “Lights of Ennis” program of illuminated homes and businesses; and 2021’s biggest new feature, the first ever New Year’s Eve civic entertainment mixed with the official launch of its Sesquicentennial celebration, observing the Bluebonnet City’s 150th birthday.

Lions starve Owls in fourth, 47-35

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Last year was a magic carpet ride for Joshua basketball. An area doormat for decades, the Owls won 4-of-their-last-5 to finish in a three-way for third in District 14-5A. They would play the winner between Ennis and Red Oak in a play-in doubleheader for the two-remaining playoff berths.

How being bilingual benefits kids

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Bilingualism has long been advantageous to adults who like to travel. An ability to speak a foreign language fluently can ease travelers’ concerns when visiting a new country, and it also can help professionals advance their careers and expand their networks. But the benefits of bilingualism aren’t exclusive to adults.

According to Waterford.org, a 501(c)(3) organization that seeks to blend aspects of learning science, mentoring relationships and innovative technology to help learners, bilingualism benefits students in myriad ways.