FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (September 18, 2025)

 Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the United States from Sept.15 to Oct. 15 each year. It’s a time to recognize and honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (July 10, 2025)

Join us on Thursday, July 10 at 11 a.m. for a family movie showing of “Moana 2.” We will provide popcorn and water. Guests are welcome to bring additional snacks, if desired. Monday, July 14 is our Teen Movie & Pizza Party from 3-5 p.m. Please call the library to register today.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (July 3, 2025)

Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, is a holiday celebrated in the United States every year on July 4th. It marks the day in 1776 when the country declared independence from Great Britain. In 1941, Congress established the Fourth of July, or Independence Day, as a national holiday.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (June 26, 2025)

The library is located at 301 E. 10th St., across from Mutz Ballpark. Library staff may be reached at ferrislibrary@ferristexas.gov or (972) 544-2110, Option 9.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (June 19, 2025)

The Perot Museum’s TECH Truck will be rolling to the library on Wednesday, June 25 from 10 a.m. to noon for an exciting hands-on community science adventure!

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (June 12, 2025)

Join us on Tuesday, June 17 at 11 a.m. for an exciting and educational adventure as we explore the fascinating world of snakes. This hands-on program, led by Snake Encounters, will introduce children and families to live snakes in a safe, engaging environment.

Ferris responds to measles concerns

Ferris – As measles’ cases reemerge across Texas, residents in the City of Ferris have reached out with questions. City officials are reassuring the public: Ferris is prepared.

PUBLIC NOTICE: PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FERRIS, TEXAS

Publish one time in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, May 1, 2025.

CITY OF FERRIS COMMISSIONS MURAL FOR MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT COMPLEX BUILDING

FERRIS – Mike McKeogh, a Wenatchee Washington-based artist often working on editorial and advertising projects as well as large scale art installations across the US, recently finished a 30’ wide x 12’ tall mural located on the south wall of the Ferris Municipal Government Complex Building facing...

Ellis County Sheriff’s Dept. breaks up Ferris cockfighting ring

INDIA – Ellis County Sheriff’s Department broke up a major cockfighting ring in the 700 block of E. India in Ellis County near the City of Ferris.According to the Sheriff’s Department, there were 16 citations made at the location with no arrests and no towed vehicles from the location.