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County judge issues statement regarding revenue discrepancies
Staff report Ellis County Judge John Wray released the following statement Thursday regarding the discrepancies discovered in the county’s tax revenue estimate: As stated during our most recent Commissioners Court meeting, discrepancies were identified in the tax revenue estimate used for the current county budget. Following the results of the examination conducted by Ellis County’s…
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Tony Bennett: This Labor Day, celebrate the skilled trades, address America’s skilled worker shortage
Tony BennettTexas Association of Manufacturers While enjoying the Labor Day weekend of end-of-summer barbecues, retail sales, and beach trips, many Americans may forget the original intent of the holiday – to honor the contributions and achievements of the American worker. This Labor Day is an opportunity to shift our focus back to the physical backbone…
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Arthur I. Cyr: How serious are North Korea threats?
The surviving communist regime in North Korea has belligerently threatened unspecified action due to joint military exercises involving South Korea and the United States. This is nothing new, nor are the exercises.
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Cheryl Chambers: 1965-2026: County mourns longtime treasurer
Bill Spinks wspinks@cherryroad.com Ellis County Treasurer Cheryl Chambers’ sudden passing on Aug. 18 at the age of 60 brought shock to the community, followed by lots of praise for her service to the public. First came the remembrance of her life and service, followed by planning for her replacement. “She carried out her duties with…
