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The SPCA of Texas terminated its agreement with Ellis County, leading to the closure of the facility on April 15, 2025. The termination was due to overcrowding issues and concerns about the county's animal control ordinance. The Sheriff's Department will continue to respond to dog-related calls, but the county faces challenges in finding shelter for animals in need. [Extracted from the article]

The Ferris Public Library in Texas has been awarded a 2024 Texas Book Festival Collections Enhancement Grant to enhance its collection, with a focus on materials for Spanish-speaking and bilingual readers. The library offers various programs like Story Time and After-School Game Time, along with new book additions. Additionally, the article highlights local student achievements and provides information on recent arrests in Ellis County and Wilmer. The text also offers financial advice on navigating personal finances during a presidential transition, emphasizing the importance of sound investment principles and tax strategies. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a summary of various events and news stories in Ellis County. It highlights the county's Fitch rating upgrade, indicating its rapid growth. The article also covers local incidents such as a double death investigation, a motorcycle accident, an aggravated assault, and a successful manhunt by the Ellis County Sheriff's Department. Additionally, it briefly touches on the US presidential debate, raising concerns about media bias and election tampering. The text disputes Vice President Kamala Harris's claim that there are no US soldiers deployed in overseas conflict zones, presenting evidence to the contrary. It also discusses international tensions and criticizes Harris for her lack of knowledge regarding service personnel at risk. The article briefly mentions inflation rates and gas prices under the Trump and Biden/Harris administrations. It concludes by advocating for election integrity and expressing the need for more political options. The text then transitions to a separate article about Ellis County Commissioner Louis Ponder's decision to decline a salary increase for the upcoming fiscal year, including statements from other commissioners and their perspectives on the budget and salary increases. [Extracted from the article]

The SPCA of Texas' Ellis County Animal Care Center reopened after an infectious illness incident scare, with all tests on suspected animals coming back negative. The Ellis County Sheriff's Department confirmed the clearance for normal operations to resume. Additionally, Ovilla passed a sanctuary city ordinance for the unborn, with a 4-1 vote showcasing conservative strength and leadership from councilwoman Kimberly Case. [Extracted from the article]

The article from the Ellis County Press reports on phone scammers targeting residents in Ellis County, claiming to be from the Ellis County Sheriff Department and demanding payment for unpaid tickets or warrants. Additionally, the document highlights the conviction of Jamison Whitaker for making terroristic threats at his workplace, where he threatened to harm coworkers with a firearm. The article also mentions a case where Waxahachie police raided the wrong house due to a mix-up in addresses, leading to a lawsuit against the officers involved. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses multiple news stories, including a youth pastor in Waxahachie, Texas, who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting minors and was sentenced to 50 years in prison. It also mentions a narcotics arrest made by the Ellis County Sheriff's Department with the help of their K9 unit. Additionally, the article mentions that the Downtown Development and Tourism Director in Ennis, Texas, was placed on leave for undisclosed reasons. Lastly, it highlights an upcoming car show in Ferris, Texas, hosted by the Robert F. Rodriguez Leadership Foundation to raise funds for scholarships and leadership development. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses three separate topics. The first topic is about a youth pastor named Marvin Scales who pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting four minors. Scales was sentenced to 50 years in prison. The second topic is about a narcotics arrest made by the Ellis County Sheriff's Department with the help of their K9 unit. The K9 named "Tex" detected drugs during a traffic stop, leading to the arrest of the driver. The third topic is about the placement of the Downtown Development and Tourism Director of Ennis, Becky McCarty, on administrative leave for undisclosed reasons. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses various incidents and news updates in Ellis County. It mentions the upgrade of the county's Fitch rating, making it more positive due to its growth and financial stability. The article also reports on a double death investigation by the Ellis County Sheriff's Department, a motorcycle accident in Ferris, and an aggravated assault in Red Oak. The details of these incidents are still under investigation, and the identities of the victims have not been released. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports that the Ellis County Sheriff's Office has issued a "Scam Alert" due to a fraudulent scheme targeting local residents. Topics discussed include scammers posing as deputies to intimidate victims into paying fake fines via Bitcoin machines, the importance of verifying the identity of callers claiming to be law enforcement, and the department's advice to seek in-person confirmation if any doubts arise.

The article focuses on the Ellis County Sheriff's Department leading the investigation into an officer-involved shooting in Midlothian, initiated when suspects attempted to harm a Midlothian police officer during a vehicle theft in progress.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's emergency order suspending open and concealed carry rights in Bernalillo County, arguing it violates the Second Amendment. It emphasizes the importance of upholding the U.S. Constitution and individual freedoms.

The article states that equipped with thermal imaging and heat mapping abilities, Ellis County Sheriff Brad Norman has created a team of certified remote pilots who operate drones as part of the Unmanned Aerial System Response Team in the U.S.

The article states that Texas Ellis County Sheriff's Department officers have done Texas Commission on Law Enforcement's Mental Health Peace Officer Certification, which includes classes like crisis intervention training, mental health officer, CPR training, and de-escalation training.

The article focuses on voters in Ellis County, Texas, took to the polls and elected Brad Norman to take the seat of Ellis County Sheriff in the county's lone runoff election including changes will investigative group has focused specifically on sexual assault who exploit children in Ellis County.

The article focuses on the Ellis County Sheriff's Office has a new design on their Chevrolet Tahoes. It mentions the new design and the new Tahoe fleet are one more way to make sure the deputies are able to be as proactive and safety conscious as possible; and also mentions the new logo also features the Sheriff's badge on the side of the vehicle too.

The article reports on the announcement by Brad Norman on September 3, 2019 of his campaign for the office of Ellis County Sheriff in Texas.

The article offers schedule for several events including Red Oak Senior Citizens Group, Ellis County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Explorers, and Family Story Time for all ages by Lancaster Memorial Library.

A list of arrests compiled from public records of police and sheriff departments in Texas is presented which includes Miranda Martinez, Francisco Garcia, and Heaven Thompson.

The article reports that Texas Governor Greg Abbott has delivered remarks at the 139th annual Sheriffs' Association Training Conference and Expo in Grapevine, Texas July 31, 2017, and highlighted topics like legislation passed during the 85th legislative session.

The article reports that officials at the Ellis County, Texas, Sheriff's Office are investigating human remains found by a hunter near Section House Road north of Alma, Texas, and mentions University of North Texas Center for Human Identification is assisting in identifying the remains.

The article announces appointment of Charles Edge as temporary Ellis County Sheriff.

The article reports on the victory of the Ellis County Sheriff's Office Explorer Post (ECSO) in the first and third overall team titles in the Central Texas Law Enforcement Explorer Competition in Austin, Texas.

The article discusses the special event plans of Ellis County Sheriff's Office (ECSO) personnel for four-year-old Kadence "Bubba" Johnson who is a cancer survivor. Topics include the Itasca boy diagnosed with neuroblastoma when he was 14 months old, the two surgeries, series of chemotherapy and radiation and the transplant he has undergone. It also mentions Sheriff's Deputy Corbin Schwalm and his wife Mindy who enlisted aid from ECSO Sgt. Chris Slagle for a benefit dubbed "Bat with Bubba."

The article announces the graduation of Lieutenant Alex Zurfas of the Ellis County, Texas Sheriff's Office from the Leadership Command College Class 70 of the Law Enforcement Management of Texas on February 28, 2014.

The article presents the views of Johnny Brown, Ellis County Sheriff, on the 2013-2014 budget for the County passed by the Ellis County Commissioners Court in Texas.

The article reports that Ellis County Sheriff's Office Explorer (ECSO) Post 106 has been honored at the Texas Law Enforcement Explorer Advisors Association state competition.

The article reports on the preparation of the members of the Office Explorers Post of Ellis County Sheriff in Texas for the state competition in 2013.

The article announces that Rick White has retired as the supervising lieutenant of the Sheriff's office in Ellis County, Texas.

The article reports that Ellis County Sheriff's Office (ECSO) detention officers David Bickerstaff and Westmoreland Skipper have received medals during the 2012 Texas Police Games held in Austin, Texas.

The article reports on the contenders of Ellis County incumbernt sheriff Johnny Brown for the republican primaries in May 2012 in Texas which include Susan Welch- Rodriguez and Kevin Ketchum.

The article reports on a gathering of members of the Ellis County Sheriff's Officer's Association in Texas on March 25, 2017 to clean up trash along the highway between Highway 77 and Brown Street.

The article reports that the Sheriff of Ellis County, Texas Johnny Brown was involved in a physical dispute with several civilians at a restaurant in the city of Midlothian, Texas including an investigation on the issue conducted by the Midlothian police department.

The article offers the author's insights on the drug take back event hosted by the Sheriff's Office of Ellis County, Texas wherein unused or expired over-the-counter and prescription medications were disposed.

The article offers recommendations on how livestock owners can help the Ellis County Sheriff's Office in Texas bring their stray livestock back home through checking on their animals on a regular basis, keeping their fences in good shape, and providing updated information for the Cowdex.

The article focuses on Ellis County Sheriff Johnny Brown hosting civic group activities such as Leadership Waxahachie and inviting other civic groups to organize a tour of their K-9 units, facilities and jail to know more about the Crime Prevention Unit of the Sheriff's Office and learn how to set up a neighborhood crime watch scheme.

The article focuses on a fundraising event called the Crawfish Boil and barbecue (BBQ) Fundraiser for supporting Ellis County Sheriff's Office (ECSO) to be held at Ellis County Expo Center in Waxahachie, Texas on June 4, 2016.

The article reports on several police activities in Ellis County, Texas, as of May 2016, including arrests by the Ferris Police Department, information on Glenn Heights police department, and warrant service related to the Ellis County Sheriff.

The article discusses the event participated by good kids as Sheriff's Office Explorers where the kids demonstrated their skills in a competition and won trophies.

The author discusses his role and responsibility as the sheriff of Ellis County, Texas and provides information how his office handles the increasing demand for open records requests (ORRs).

The author talks about a couple of civilian personnel at the Ellis County Sheriff's Office in Texas who oversee several key responsibilities that keep their operations functioning smoothly.

The article focuses on the Training Division of the Ellis County Sheriff's Office in Texas which holds a training agreement with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.

The article offers tips from the Ellis County Sheriff's Office in Texas regarding the information that should be provided when calling the 911 emergency number, including the caller's address, name and phone number.

The article focuses on a number of programs that the Ellis County Sheriff's Office makes available through its Crime Prevention Division, whose mission is to bridge the gap between the agency and the community it serve in Texas.

The article announces the recognitions received by the Ellis County Sheriff's Office Communications Division from the North Central Texas Council of Government's annual awards ceremony.

The\ article presents a Thanksgiving Day greeting from the Sheriff's Department of Ellis County, Texas, along with precautionary measures to be safe and prevent unwanted incidents during the holiday.

The article presents the author's view about the investigations of crimes that occur in rural areas by the Sheriff's Office's Criminal Investigations Division of Ellis County in Texas including misdemeanors and felonies, homicides and sex offenses.

The article offers information on the scam alert issued by the Ellis County Sheriff's office to warn the people about the unidentified individuals calling and scaring elderly residents to send him money.