National Glazed Doughnut Day / National Pharmacist Day
National Glazed Doughnut Day
January 12
The origin of the name “doughnut” is unclear. Some researchers suggest the name refers to the nuts that were placed inside the ball of dough to compensate for the uncooked center. Other researchers...
Employee Appreciation Day / Oreo Cookie Day
Employee Appreciation Day
March 6
Studies clearly show that companies where the employees feel appreciated generate better work performance. The folks at Parade list 40 different ways for management to show their gratitude for the work their staff does,...
Farmhouse Furnishings In Downtown Ennis
The world lost a creative advocate for the neighborhood and being a good neighbor at the passing of Fred Rogers. A generation of Americans were charmed by a mythical and yet real-life message of what it means...
What Does It Mean To Be A Neighbor?
Here at Ellis DownHome, our mission and vision for this website revolves around connecting the people in the communities at which we live - through stories, lifestyle articles, and the events that join us together. Neighbors sharing...
Welcome, Austin Hedgcoth
Austin Hedgcoth is a student at the University of North Texas who is pursuing degrees in Communications and Journalism. He was born in Overland Park, Kansas, but eventually moved to Midlothian, Texas, and graduated from Midlothian High...
Hummingbirds
If you have some brightly colored flowers or a hummingbird feeder in your yard, chances are you have been visited by the world’s smallest bird! There is still time for you and your children to do a...
Mental Health Conversation – Part 1
At DownHome, we want to bring you fun, informative, and interesting content, of course! We also want to talk about real life and real things, because people are ultimately what matter most to us.
Today begins the first...
Her Story: Amy Dojahn
A Servant's Heart
Ennis resident Amy Dojahn is a licensed professional counselor and co-founder of the Runnin Free Ranch, which specializes in equine assisted counseling. Runnin Free Ranch was founded on the Bible verse, “Now the Lord is...
Why Do Birds Fly In A V?
Keeping with the bird theme this time, here is a very simple STEAM activity that demonstrates why some birds, like geese, fly in a v-formation when they are migrating. As adults, we probably have a good idea...
Put the phone down and keep your eyes on...
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and with the summer approaching and more cars on the road, State Farm is reminding drivers to put the phone down and keep your eyes up.
New drivers are often taught to...
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Vets & Pets
This page lists animal shelters, pet groomers, veterinarians, kennels, pet boarding and other...
