OFF MY MEDS by Les Taha (January 20, 2022)

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: January 20, 2022

The following local students were named to the Fall 2021 Dean’s List at Abilene Christian University: Colton Jakubik of Waxahachie, a senior majoring in Biology; Adrienne Schumacher of Midlothian, a sophomore majoring in Biochemistry; Will Morgan of Waxahachie, a senior majoring in Social Studies;...

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: January 10 – 13

January 10 – 13 Norris, Dominique, 25, criminal trespass.Bell, Kenneth, 21, theft prop >=$100<$750, proh substance/item in Corr/CI Facility Felony 3.Cantu, Andres, 24,  parole violation-poss CS pg 2 <1g.Padron, Paul, 29, poss CS pg 2 >=4g<400g Felony 2, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle Felony 3.

FERRIS ARRESTS: January 6 – 12

Garcia Contretas, Jorge, 37, accident involving death.Garza, Noe, 39, warrant arrest other agency.Galliano Bonilla, Luis, 39, warrant.

5 ways to stay busy and active in retirement

STATEPOINT – Many people look forward to their retirement for years. However, once it begins, they may find all the newfound free time overwhelming.If you’re planning on retiring soon, having a plan for how you’ll spend your time is important for your health and happiness.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (JANUARY 13, 2022)

Area students who graduated is the fall from Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas include: Kasey Justus of Waxahachie, Bachelor of Security Studies in Intelligence and Analysis; Jordan Parks of Waxahachie, Bachelor of Arts in Theatre; Alan Velasquez of Waxahachie, Master of Business...

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: January 3 – 9

Williams, Kanesha, 36, assault causes bodily injury.Hernandez, Daniel, 39, harassment.Fraire, Guadalupe, 73, DWI.Rico, Leslie, 24, theft prop >=$2,500<$30,000, speeding, traffic offense.May, Kyle, 42, DWLI w/prev conv.

FERRIS ARRESTS: January 4

Wang, Zongqiang, 50, warrant other agency.

RED OAK ARRESTS: December 27 – January 9

Hocutt, Joseph, 58, poss CS pg 1 <1g.Vallejo, Andres, 36, theft prop >=$750<$2,500, no DL, no DL, speeding between specified streets, speeding between specified streets.Ortega, Gustavo, 18, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.

10 doctor-recommended New Year’s resolutions you need to make today

STATEPOINT – While investing in your health and wellness can sound like an overwhelming goal, doctors say that there are easy, tangible resolutions you can make to feel your best and better protect your health.