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Ellis County Precinct 2 leadership update

Ellis County Judge John Wray confirmed in a March 27 press release that he received the resignation of Ellis County Precinct 2 Commissioner Lane Grayson, to be effective May 1. “As Ellis County looks ahead, county leadership remains firmly committed to ensuring continuity, stability, and effective representation for the citizens

TWC welcomes new executive director

TWC welcomes new executive director

AUSTIN ⎯ The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is pleased to announce that Steve Pier has been appointed as the agency's new executive director, effective February 2. Pier brings nearly three decades of policy and government experience to the role, most recently as the Deputy Executive Director of the Texas

Ferris announces new animal care campus/partnership

FERRIS, Texas - The City of Ferris is launching a new animal care campus through a public private partnership with Flying B Animal Rescue and Sanctuary to expand local animal sheltering, strengthen rescue capacity, and bring veterinary care on site for both shelter animals and the public. Located on a five

Jacob of Waxahachie appointed to Family Violence Criminal Homicide Prevention Task Force

Jacob of Waxahachie appointed to Family Violence Criminal Homicide Prevention Task Force

AUSTIN – Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed 21 members to the Family Violence Criminal Homicide Prevention Task Force for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor. Among the members is Kathryn Jacob of Waxahachie, who is the president and CEO of The Archway (formerly known as SafeHaven) of

AG office issues warning about smart TV ‘spying’

AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton is issuing a consumer alert both warning Texans about the dangers of smart TVs spying on them, as well as providing general guidance as to how to turn off the invasive technology. Earlier this week, Ken Paxton sued five major TV companies, including some with

Loloi distribution facility in Ennis to bring more than 380 new jobs

Loloi distribution facility in Ennis to bring more than 380 new jobs

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Loloi, Inc., a textile brand leader, is building a distribution facility of more than 1 million square feet in Ennis, creating more than 380 new jobs and $20 million in capital investment as part of a multi-phase distribution headquarters development. A Texas

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TSTC's North Texas campus holds fall commencement

RED OAK – With more than 1,500 graduates completing their programs this fall semester, Texas State Technical College continues to play a critical role in strengthening the Texas workforce. More than 50 students graduated from the North Texas campus on Monday, Dec. 8. Over the past 10 years, TSTC has