‘Durable’ smartphones are not indestructible. How to protect your device

STATEPOINT – The latest devices are packed with pricey new features, like advanced AI capabilities, call transcription and displays large enough to be worthy of gaming and binge-watching.And while they’re also getting more durable, they’re not indestructible, according to new research.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (November 7, 2024)

Each year on Nov. 11, Americans pause to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.Veterans Day is marked by parades, ceremonies, and moments of silence across the country.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: November 7, 2024

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) graduated more than 3,200 students worldwide in the summer 2024 term. Local graduates included Ashley Stanton and Victor Omoboyowa of Glenn Heights, and Tameka Herron of Midlothian.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: October 29 – November 5

Cisneros, Jacob, 17, assault by contact, poss CS pg 2 <1g.Jones, Kiere, 28, agg assault w/deadly weapon Felony 2, deadly conduct, deadly conduct, deadly conduct, deadly conduct, deadly conduct.Wright, Nicholas, 22, burglary of habitation Felony 3.Trujillo, Dahlas, 22, parole violation.

HUTCHINS ARRESTS: October 28 – November 3

Pedrin, James, 36, collision involving damage.Silerio, Placido, 23, insufficient bond-poss CS pg 1/1, insufficient bond-burglary.Arrendondo, Blake, 33, warrant arrest Dallas PD.

WILMER ARRESTS: October 27 – November 3

Arreola, Luis, 31, apprehension by police officer without warrant.Anderson, Justin, 44, DWI.

Supporting the Military’s hurricane relief efforts

STATEPOINT – As local communities throughout the southeast region of the United States coped with the damage caused by recent hurricanes, National Guard, Coast Guard and additional active-duty service members rescued people and pets, cleared roads, and distributed needed supplies.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (October 31, 2024)

Dress up in costume on Thursday, Oct. 31, and stop by the library anytime between 3 – 5:30 p.m. for spooky tunes & crafts, and, of course, treats!After that, make your way to the Ferris Department of Public Safety Building at 415 Ewing Blvd. from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: October 22 – 28

Leal, James, 40, poss CS pg 1/1-b<1g, poss CS pg 2-a <=2oz, theft prop <$2,500 2/more prev conviction.Lee, Michael, 51, theft prop <$2500 2/more prev conviction, unl use of criminal instrument.

HUTCHINS ARRESTS: October 21 – 27

Rojas-Rodriguez, Christian, 24, theft prop >=$2,500<$30,000.Balandrano, David, 28, criminal mischief >=$100<$750.Greely, Demarquiez, 19, theft prop >=$2,500<$30,000.Sanchez, Salvador, 20, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.Brown, Antwan, 21, theft prop >=$2,500<$30,000.