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Courtship in Words

Courtship in Words

By • on April 30, 2012

ENNIS, TX — Books are a wonderful escape. Words in those same books can take you away to places both far and near. Rocky Denton’s latest installment, Warhawk: Letters From Out of the Blue, takes the reader back to the time when World War II was raging, but love was still very much in the air. “Three years ago, Mom asked if I’d like to read

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A Father’s Lessons

A Father’s Lessons

By • on March 31, 2012

ENNIS, TX — Growing up, Michael Aguilar Sr. did not have the opportunity to play sports. Determined not to let his children experience a similar situation, Michael Sr. did everything he could, from learning a game he knew nothing about to coaching every sport his son wanted to play. At 2 years

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Twelve Steps to Freedom

Twelve Steps to Freedom

By • on February 29, 2012

ENNIS, TX —  An Ennis church is reaching beyond its own congregation by instituting a 12-step program for men and women facing drug and alcohol addiction, physical and emotional abuse, codependency and a range of relationship crises. The Way, Truth and Life Church, pastored by Jasper and Linda

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Always Answering the Bell

Always Answering the Bell

By • on January 30, 2012

ENNIS, TX — Firefighters learn to respond instantly, even from a sound sleep, to the station’s alarm bell. Before a civilian could figure out what the noise is, the firefighters are wide awake, in their gear and halfway to the ladder truck. Retired with distinction from the Ennis Fire Department

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No Regrets

No Regrets

By • on January 1, 2012

ENNIS, TX – Birthdays are very special days. First birthdays are filled with photos of cake- smeared faces, while gold bells and streamers mark a 50th birthday. But turning 100 is the ultimate milestone, just ask Richard Clark. “I’ll be 100 on January 3,” he said. “I’ve seen a few old

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Art and Soul

Art and Soul

By • on November 29, 2011

Ennis, TX —  An Ennis Independent School District (ISD) after school class has become an inspiring exercise in community outreach. Thanks to a unique cooperation between the group and Ennis Regional Medical Center (ERMC), members of Leah Smith’s high school art club are learning to draw and

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Home of the Brave

Home of the Brave

By • on October 31, 2011

ENNIS, TX — Veterans Memorial Park of Ennis has been open to the public since August, and many are enjoying its recreational amenities. The central feature of the property, a salute in brick and mortar to the men and women of America’s Armed Forces, remains under construction. “Hopefully we

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Modern Day Drs. Dolittle

Modern Day Drs. Dolittle

By • on October 1, 2011

ENNIS, TX – Life for Norman and Sandra Williams is anything but dull. If they aren’t busying themselves doing something for others, they don’t feel as if they are really living. While some individuals are adopting children in need or opening their homes to foster children, Norman and Sandra

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Menu Madness

Menu Madness

By • on August 31, 2011

ENNIS, TX – What started as a dare in the fall of 1999 quickly turned into something Ennis Lions fans look forward to year after year. Gary Macalik and his dad, Joe Ben, found a unique way to support the Ennis Lions during football season. They don’t use poster board and crepe paper streamers

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Heart to Art

Heart to Art

By • on July 31, 2011

ENNIS, TX – Local actress, Fran Jeffery Anderson, has turned her dreams of a community that cherishes its heritage into dramatic reality. Based on her belief that the performing arts can educate, as well as entertain, the unique theatrical troupe she has founded is enjoying wide acclaim. Targeting

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