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Hot fun in the sun

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Ennis brought the fun and games and a midway full of classic carnival rides to the North Plaza this weekend. Talley Entertainment, the same trusted people who serve at the Texas State Fair, are making corndogs and smiles through the weekend as the front end of Independence Day celebrations. Originally planned for Thursday through Sunday, June 24-27, Talley’s set-up began a day early, so the carnival opened on Wednesday. The Monkey Maze and Ferris Wheel highlighted a host of round-and-round rides that young children through adults could strap-in to beat the heat.

1900's Postcard depicts Ennis Main Street

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This postcard, dating to the early 1900s, shows the corner of Ennis Avenue and Main Street with only horses and wagons in sight – not a single automobile. Courtesy Ennis Public Library

 

 

Eternal Rest provides heartfelt service from the heart of downtown Ennis

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The corner of Baylor and North Dallas streets is the new home of owner Gerald Weatherall, Sr.’s fourth branch of Eternal Rest Funeral Homes.

Veterans Day Program on tap for Nov. 11

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Area residents are invited to the annual Veterans Day program at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Veterans Memorial Park located behind Don Jose's Restaurant.  According to Budy Markham, masks and social distancing guidelines should be adhered. Those attending should plan to bring their own chair.  The cermony should end before noon. Ennis City Manager and veteran Marty Nelson will bring a short message. Veterans will be recognized. The laying of a wreath is scheduled as is a gun salute.

NTFB food distribution set for Monday

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In partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, the City of Ennis will be distributing kitted food boxes through a low-touch handling model from 8 a.m. until noon on Monday, Nov. 9. The project is in response to the prolonged Covid-19 pandemic and its impact on families.

To receive food, visitors must remain in a vehicle. No proof of identification is necessary.

The distribution will take place at Veteran’s Park, 2300 Ennis Parkway, on the west end of town.

Court Kings fall to No. 1 Highland Park

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Playing for the third time in seven days, No. 25 ranked Ennis finally met their match in the Class 5A Regional Semifinals, falling 10-1 to No. 1 Highland Park.

Ennis Athlete of the Week

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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.

Oak Timbers seeking donations for raffle

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Making spirits bright, the annual Christmas raffle at Oak Timbers Senior Independent Living complex in Ennis nears its Sept. 15 deadline for purchasing tickets or making donations.

Located at 1600 W. Lake Bardwell Dr., next to the new police and fire department, a group of volunteers raise money for the purpose of decorating some of the public areas at the facility.

According to Jane Mize, a five-year resident and volunteer, they also provide Christmas cheer and gifts for many of the seniors who call Oak Timbers their home.

Call Center’s mission

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As for the ongoing purpose of the Bluebonnet Call Center, where Gonzales is the coordinator, when a request for assistance comes in, it is quickly logged and forwarded to a team leader. They, in turn, pass the request to one of their volunteers to fulfill.