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The cotton lands of Ellis County, Texas, are well adapted to tractor farming but the houses of the farmer tenants stand empty

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https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770112/
A black and white photograph depicting a solitary wooden cabin situated in an open field with barren land around it. The sky is clear, suggesting either early morning or late afternoon lighting conditions due to the absence of shadows cast by objects within the frame. The image has been labeled "1-9056 H7," possibly indicating its cataloging number for archival purposes. It captures a sense of isolation and simplicity in rural living during what appears to be an earlier time period, as inferred from the style of construction and overall composition.
February 25, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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House of ex-tenant farmer now on relief. Ellis County, Texas

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https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770114/
The image is a black and white photograph depicting an old wooden house situated in the middle of what appears to be farmland. The building exhibits signs of weathering, with its walls showing exposed wood planks and paint peeling off. There's a covered porch attached at one end where some objects are visible through the window openings. In front of the house is a cleared area that looks like it was recently used for cultivation or gardening as evidenced by rows of plants in varying stages of growth, with young sprouts and more mature crops separated along two parallel lines. The landscape surrounding includes open fields extending to the horizon under a clear sky. There's sparse vegetation on either side, possibly wild shrubs. The photograph is marked at the top edge with text "D-801547," which could indicate its cataloging or archival reference number and suggests it may have been taken as part of an official documentation project related to rural life conditions during a specific period. The image has a timestamp visible in white lettering across the bottom, reading "-EO1I 39" followed by "5", indicating some form of categorization system used for this photograph. The composition and setting suggest it could be from historical agricultural studies or documentation efforts aimed at capturing rural landscapes during times when farming was more prevalent. The house's condition alongside the cultivated fields hints at [...]
November 14, 2025 at 4:27 AM
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Our Ellis County Democratic Party Chair, Kelly Blackburn, with our new State Democratic Party Chair, Kendall Scudder! #texasdemocrats💙 #wearedemocrats #texas #elliscounty
March 29, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Church for es. Ellis County, Texas

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https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770251/
The photograph depicts a rural scene with an older wooden structure that appears to be a farmhouse or small barn, featuring shingles on the roof and visible weathering. In front of this building are two vintage vehicles, possibly from the mid-20th century, parked side by side with people standing beside them. The individuals seem engaged in conversation near these cars. The landscape is flat and expansive, suggesting an agricultural setting, with a grassy field that shows signs of dryness or infrequent rainfall. In the background, there are hints of other buildings and vegetation indicative of rural farmland. A clear sky suggests good weather conditions at the time the photo was taken. Additional context for this image can be found in Ellis County, Texas, where Dorothea Lange's work is documented through a collection on images.loener.nl under file identifier 6495b7dbba25398d90c4f5a2.jpg. This photograph seems to capture the essence of rural life and community during that historical period in Texas, reflecting Lange’s focus on social issues such as poverty and agriculture.
November 13, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Child of former tenant farmer, now a day laborer. Ellis County, Texas

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https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770113/
This black and white photograph shows a young child in the foreground with their hand near their mouth. The child has dark eyes, short curly hair, and appears to be wearing a patterned garment that is light-colored with darker speckles or spots on it. The background of the image consists of what seems like wooden boards, possibly part of a structure such as a fence or wall. There are no other people visible in the frame. The photograph has an old-fashioned appearance and gives off a vintage vibe due to its monochromatic color scheme and grainy texture.
January 1, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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family going to church. Ellis County, Texas

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https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/2017770252/
The black and white photograph features a vintage Model T car with two adults seated in the front, possibly traveling through rural Texas. The vehicle appears to be an early model of automobiles from around 1910-1927 era based on its design details such as spoked wheels, prominent fenders, and open-spoke hubcaps typical for that period. There is visible text at the top edge in a non-English script which might indicate foreign language notation or code pertaining to the photograph's cataloging system within the archive where it was stored. The adults are wearing hats indicative of early 20th-century fashion; one wears what appears to be a flat cap, while the other is more obscurely dressed with only partial visibility. They seem engaged in conversation or looking off into the distance as they drive along an unpaved road through grassland that suggests a rural setting. The surrounding environment includes sparse vegetation and trees indicative of open land typical for Texas plains during this era. The clear sky above implies fair weather conditions at the time when the photograph was taken. There's no indication of modern technology or contemporary elements, reinforcing its historical context from around 100 years ago in American history.
November 14, 2025 at 12:28 AM
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Ellis County reported a ransomware incident affecting some systems. Officials contained the disruption quickly, with cybersecurity and law enforcement partners investigating. No evidence of personal data access has been found. #EllisCounty
Ellis County Reports Ransomware Incident
Ellis County reported a ransomware incident that affected some of its computer systems, prompting immediate containment measures and the involvement of cybersecurity specialists. The county is still investigating with law enforcement and cybersecurity partners, and no evidence of access to personal or sensitive information has been found so far. #EllisCounty
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September 19, 2026 at 10:45 AM
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Ransomware hits Ellis County, KS government IT systems - officials scramble to contain the blackout. https://intel.threadlinqs.com/threat/TL-2026-2571 #ThreatIntel #Ransomware #EllisCounty #Kansas
Ransomware Attack Disrupts IT Systems and Services in Ellis County, Kansas
September 18, 2026 at 9:42 PM
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Residents are raising alarms over the expansion of a local recycling facility, questioning compliance and safety as piles of materials exceed fence heights!

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Waxahachie Residents Voice Concerns Over HHLR Metals Expansion and Fence Height
Residents express concerns about HHLR Metals' expansion and insufficient fence height enforcement.
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August 20, 2025 at 5:33 AM
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Brick streets to big pastures.
Ellis and Schleicher are two faces of Texas pride.

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Ellis County vs. Schleicher County | Counties Across Texas Spotlight Series — TEXAS FORWARD PARTY
Texas heritage meets new horizons here. Ellis County’s historic squares and booming suburbs south of Dallas showcase small-town life adapting to big-city growth. Both counties reflect the state’s…
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November 19, 2025 at 5:50 AM
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Ellis County is taking a stand for local control, urging the Texas Legislature to grant authority for managing the impacts of booming data centers on resources and infrastructure.

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Ellis County commissioners unanimously ask Texas Legislature for limited authority to regulate data centers
Ellis County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution urging the Texas Legislature to give counties limited authority to address data-center impacts, citing concerns about electricity, water use, noise and changes to agricultural land use.
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May 4, 2026 at 12:51 AM
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Ellis County is stepping up firefighter safety with new gear and a locally built skid unit, all thanks to federal grants!

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Commission approves SAFER grant purchases for firefighter gear and a locally built skid unit
Ellis County accepted grant funding and approved purchase orders to outfit firefighters with NFPA-compliant structural gear under a SAFER award and to build a brush-truck skid unit locally; county share of the skid-unit cost is roughly $1,800 after reimbursement.
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January 23, 2026 at 8:11 AM
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Ellis County is on the brink of a transformative animal shelter initiative fueled by a $15 million donation, but volunteers warn that urgent interim solutions are needed to save countless lives.

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Ellis County fact-finds regional animal shelter after $15 million donation; volunteers urge interim fixes and faster timeline
Following fact-finding visits, commissioners discussed options for a regional animal shelter after a $15 million philanthropic gift; rescue volunteers urged interim countywide animal-services plans and faster action rather than a long planning timeline.
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August 20, 2026 at 3:08 AM
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Ellis County's appraiser revealed a solid 97.33 median residential ratio for 2025, while the county proudly achieved a perfect score on the state compliance checklist for 2026!

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Ellis County appraiser reports 97.33 median residential ratio, says county met state compliance
The county appraiser told commissioners that residential median appraisal ratios for 2025 were 97.33 (313 sales) and commercial 89.82 (12 sales); the county also scored 100% on the Kansas PVD procedural compliance checklist for 2026.
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September 12, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Ellis County is gearing up to enhance firefighter training with a new regional facility, thanks to a $454,000 grant that promises to elevate safety across western Kansas!

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Commissioners accept Patterson Family Foundation grant to build regional fire training facility on county land
Ellis County accepted a roughly $454,000 Patterson Family Foundation challenge grant and allocated a 10-acre parcel at 1515 West 55th for a proposed regional training facility featuring a live-fire Connex tower, flashover and LPG props, and classroom space; commissioners authorized moving forward and staff outlined a $820,000 equipment need and a $178,000 matching goal.
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September 12, 2026 at 5:57 PM
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Ellis County is celebrating its new breastfeeding 'plus' designation, highlighting community support with 45 businesses joining the initiative and a dedicated lactation space for employees!

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Ellis County highlights breastfeeding coalition designation, unveils county lactation room
Local health, hospital and county officials described how Ellis County earned a breastfeeding 'plus' designation in August 2026, credited 45 participating businesses and outlined county workplace supports including a new lactation room for employees.
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September 12, 2026 at 4:43 AM
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Ellis County commissioners have made a bold move by approving budgets for 2027 that exceed the revenue-neutral rate, sparking discussions about future funding and projects!

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Ellis County adopts 2027 budgets that exceed revenue-neutral rate
The Ellis County commission approved the proposed 2027 general fund and fire district budgets, which exceed the revenue-neutral rate, and adopted Resolution 20 26-16 after a combined public hearing; commissioners voted unanimously to pass the budgets.
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September 12, 2026 at 3:51 AM
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The Ellis County commission has approved a $22,923.50 legal payment for the Tallgrass solar project's agreements, and the best part? No tax dollars were spent!

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Commission approves payment of legal invoice tied to Tallgrass solar agreements
The commission approved a $22,923.50 payment to Foulston for legal work related to the Tallgrass solar conditional use permit and contribution agreement; staff said the developer initially funded $200,000 into escrow and that no tax dollars were used for the initial attorney payments.
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September 12, 2026 at 4:02 AM
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Ellis County is set to revolutionize firefighter training with a new $454,000 facility featuring cutting-edge live-fire technology and a generous matching grant challenge!

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Ellis County accepts $454,000 Patterson Family Foundation grant, allocates 10-acre parcel for regional fire-training facility
The commission accepted a roughly $454,000 grant from the Patterson Family Foundation toward a proposed regional training facility and agreed to allocate a 10-acre parcel at 1515 West 55th for the project; staff outlined facility components and a $178,000 match challenge from the foundation.
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September 12, 2026 at 3:54 AM
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Ellis County is set to transform volunteer firefighter training with a $454,000 grant and a brand new facility, paving the way for enhanced safety in Western Kansas!

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Ellis County accepts $454,000 Patterson Family Foundation grant for regional fire-training facility
The commission accepted a roughly $454,000 challenge grant from the Patterson Family Foundation, approved allocation of a 10-acre parcel at 1515 West 55th for a regional training facility, and authorized staff to pursue matching funds to secure additional equipment and buildout.
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September 11, 2026 at 6:52 PM
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GrowHaze is on a mission to boost Ellis County's economy, successfully keeping a major employer while creating jobs and promoting housing development for a thriving community.

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GrowHaze tells Ellis County commissioners it helped retain a major employer and is focused on housing and workforce
Mike Klingen of GrowHaze briefed commissioners about the group's work to retain and expand businesses in Ellis County, including helping Agility avoid relocation and supporting housing initiatives; he described economic ripple effects and said GrowHaze is focused on keeping residents and growing the local workforce.
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September 11, 2026 at 6:53 PM
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In a closely contested decision, the Ellis County Commissioners Court has set a new property-tax rate of 0.273500 for 2026, aiming to balance budgets and rebuild reserves.

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Ellis County adopts 0.273500 property-tax rate after narrow 3–2 vote
After staff outlined the three-part components of the proposal and residents urged no-new-revenue, the Ellis County Commissioners Court voted 3–2 to adopt a 0.273500 tax rate for tax year 2026, shifting revenue between maintenance, debt service and farm-to-market categories and directing staff to amend budget pages to conform.
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September 11, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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Ellis County is set to revolutionize firefighter training with a new regional facility backed by a $454,000 grant and a challenge for community support!

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Ellis County accepts Patterson Family Foundation grant to seed regional fire‑training facility, allocates 10‑acre site
The commission accepted roughly $454,000 from the Patterson Family Foundation as a seed for a regional live‑fire and rescue training facility, agreed to allocate a 10‑acre parcel at 1515 West 55th, and endorsed fundraising to meet a $178,000 match challenge to complete equipment purchases.
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September 11, 2026 at 8:12 AM
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Ellis County's judge reveals a shocking audit: a $6 million tax revenue underestimation and $16.3 million in discrepancies, but insists there’s no missing money.

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Ellis County judge: audit shows underestimation, not missing $20 million; forensic audit sought
County officials reported audits found the FY26 budget underestimated tax revenue and identified roughly $8.3M in extra collections plus about $8M in delinquent accounts; the judge said there is no indication of missing funds and the court will solicit forensic-audit proposals.
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September 3, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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Ellis County just adopted a $113 million budget, adding new administrative positions without raising taxes, but the decision sparked heated debates among commissioners and residents alike.

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Ellis County adopts FY2027 budget, funds county administrator and budget officer after public debate
Ellis County Commissioners Court adopted the FY2027 budget 3–2, including new county administrator and budget officer positions funded by reallocations; commissioners agreed to remove reliance on a tax anticipation note and to adjust a DA seizure fund balance as part of the motion.
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September 3, 2026 at 10:56 AM