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The Ennis News

Daily Horoscope 09/27/2020

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)
You'll gain insight into what's best for you if you open your mind, heart and options to new beginnings. The changes going on around you will dictate how you can find peace and happiness. Enlightenment, personal gain and romance are heading your way. Focus on physical improvements that will encourage better health and emotional well-being. Put an end to situations that cause anxiety. A change that takes place will get you fired up.

Daily Horoscope 09/26/2020

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)
You are heading into a period of opportunity and positive changes if you aren't afraid to take a chance. Look to persuade others to see things your way. It's time to turn your ideas and promises into something concrete. Step up, make decisions and control your destiny. Trust your instincts and do what feels right. Personal improvements will make you feel good and result in compliments from someone you admire. A relationship looks promising.

Daily Horoscope 09/25/2020

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)
Stay focused on what's important, and use your intelligence, charm and forceful persuasion to get what you want. The rewards will be great if you take control and do as you please. Stop giving in, and start taking over. Deal with domestic problems quickly and efficiently. Think and act fast before someone has a chance to come between you and what you want. Stay in control, and do what pleases you.

Daily Horoscope 09/24/2020

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)

Memories of Ennis

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In 1950 fire damaged the Ennis Municipal Hospital, a three-story brick building on Lampases St., designed by Hix McCanless, Ennis’ foremost architect and at one point city engineer. The fire began in an electric motor on the roof of the hospital. A report in the Dallas Morning News stated that most of the damage was caused by water from firehoses used to extinguish the blaze.

Oak Timbers seeking donations for raffle

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Oak Timber Senior Apartments Christmas Fundraiser

Volunteers with Oak Timbers Senior Apartments are raising funds to provide holiday gifts and decor this year for their residents’ common areas. Citizens can purchase raffle tickets at $2 each or simply donate to the cause. Tickets must be bought by Sept. 21 at Oak Timbers, 1600 W. Lake Bardwell, Ennis. The raffle, which includes great prizes, is scheduled for Oct. 3 at 2 p.m. For more information, call 214-399-1031.

Citizens Accused 09/20/20

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*The individuals listed above are persons booked in Ellis County by local authorities. An arrest is not an indication of guilt.

Daily Horoscope 09/23/2020

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)
It's up to you to put an end to the perpetual uncertainty that has been tampering with your ability to get things done. Stay focused on what's important to you, and delegate other jobs to reliable people. Be a leader, not a procrastinator. Putting up with disruptions and the demands of others will stand between you and reaching your goal. Personal gain is possible if you do what's required.

Soaring in Triumph

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Sports weren’t integrated in 1931 but that didn’t stop a local team, the Ennis Colored Eagles, from establishing a stellar reputation. The team’s games were often featured in the Ennis Daily News as well as in Dallas papers. Coached by C.C. Stevenson, a Christmas Day battle with the Terrell Colored Tigers gave the so-called “Negro Eleven” a pounding 54-7 win. The Eagles’ star at the time was a player with the last name of Steed, a 230-lb fullback who made a 90-yard run, three 50-yard runs and a 40-yard jaunt during the game.

James C. Collins, Jr.

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Jim Collins, 79, passed away on September 12, 2020, in Dallas, Texas, from suspected cardiac arrest. He was born on June 10, 1941, in Dallas, Texas, to James C. Collins, Sr. and Katie Porter Blakey Collins. He was the oldest of three children, and the only brother to younger sisters Molly and Becky. He was a descendent of Lemuel Stockton Blakey, who was one of the seven soldiers killed in the Battle of San Jacinto during Texas’ War for Independence. Growing up in Ennis, he was on the inaugural baseball team for Ennis High School, where he served as captain his senior year.