Ellis County has a packed weekend ahead, with concerts, car shows, fireworks, food trucks, soccer, BBQ and family-friendly events happening across Waxahachie, Ennis, Red Oak and Glenn Heights.
Ellis County may finally get a permanent animal shelter after more than a year without a long-term solution. Compass Datacenters has pledged $15 million toward a new county-owned facility, following the April 2025 closure of the SPCA of Texas' Ellis County regional care center.
A man died Wednesday after an Ellis County Sheriff’s Office deputy-involved shooting in Red Oak.
Red Oak ISD officially broke ground this week on the future Shirley B. Jones Elementary School, marking a major investment in education and growth for the community.
A 46-year-old Austin man will spend the next 99 years in prison after an Ellis County jury found him guilty of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver.
Red Oak residents gathered on Saturday, September 20, for the annual Founders Day Parade and Festival. The celebration kicked off with a parade, followed by gathering at Watkins Park.
Innovation just found a new home in Red Oak. The Red Oak Public Library cut the ribbon this week on its brand-new Makerspace — a creative hub packed with tools for 3D printing, robotics, sewing, crafting, and more.
Ellis County schools received their 2025 ratings this week from the Texas Education Agency, showing a mix of strong performances and areas where improvement is needed.