Ellis County Jury Sentences Woman to 40 Years for Red Oak Murder
An Ellis County jury has sentenced Yaralitza Shaw to 40 years in prison for killing a man at his Red Oak trailer home in December 2023.
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Red Oak Celebrates Founders Day 2026
Red Oak celebrated Founders Day on September 19, 2026, with a parade, festival, family activities, and a Battle of the Bands showdown.
Trucks, Festivals and Music Across Ellis County
Still figuring out Saturday? September 19 brings classic trucks to Waxahachie, a parade and festival to Red Oak, and a full day of shopping, culture and music in Ennis. Here are a few ways to spend the day around Ellis County.
Weekend Events Around Ellis County: Fireworks, Live Music, BBQ, Cars and Family Fun
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.
Animal Shelter Or Data Center Deal? Compass Gift Raises Questions in Ellis County
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.
Ellis County Deputy-Involved Shooting in Red Oak Leaves Man Dead
A man died Wednesday after an Ellis County Sheriff’s Office deputy-involved shooting in Red Oak.
Construction Begins on New Red Oak ISD Elementary School
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.
Drug Trafficker Caught in Ellis County Gets 99 Years
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 Celebrated Founders Day with Parade and Festival
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.
Red Oak Library Opens High-Tech Makerspace with Google’s Support
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.