Fireworks sales will be permitted in all rural areas (unincorporated) of Ellis County between June 27, 2011 at 12:00 AM and July 5, 2011 at 11:59 PM. Consumer use of fireworks will be permitted in all rural areas (unincorporated) of Ellis County between July 1, 2011 and July 5, 2011. The Ellis County Rural Fire Department recommends that fireworks be used between the hours of 10:00 AM to up until midnight. Have a great Independence Day from all of us at the Sheriff’s Office & the Rural Fire Department!