The eighth annual online auction for United Way of Ellis County Is underway through Nov. 19.

To take part, visit www.liveunited.us and click on the auction banner. Some of the items up for bid include FHSU basketball season tickets, gift certificates, health and beauty items, a Flexsteel chair and ottoman, and a Traeger Grill.

Later this month, Couture for Men & Women is sponsoring a Night of Shopping on Friday, Nov. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be appetizers, drinks, and entertainment for shoppers, with a portion of the night’s proceeds benefiting United Way of Ellis County.