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ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: October 30 – November 5

Paulin, Alex, 24, assault causes bodily injury.Vasquez, Stacy, 43, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3.Mendoza, Oned, 31, DWI.Garcia, Isidro, 19, poss marij <2oz. Garcia, Jesus, 19, poss marij <2oz.Joyner, Christian, 26, assault causes bodily injury.
Photo by Michael Seiber

Photo by Michael Seiber

High water rescue made near Palmer Saturday, October 28.

Palmer and Red Oak Fire/Rescue units responded to a high water rescue call between 10 and 10:30 a.m. on Sat., Oct. 28.A woman became stranded when she drove her Mustang into the flooded southbound I-45 frontage near Palmer.

‘Picture Wilmer 2040’ open house in November

WILMER – In the summer of 2022, Wilmer initiated a long-range planning effort called the Picture Wilmer 2040 Plan to update the Wilmer community (Comprehensive Plan) of ongoing future growth and development in the city.
Marcy Bursac, winner of the G2 Overachievers Grant.

Marcy Bursac, winner of the G2 Overachievers Grant.

Want to achieve your goals? Write them down

STATEPOINT – If you have a big idea, goal or dream about helping others, writing down your vision can help.Studies show you’re 42% more likely to achieve your goals if you write them down.Take it from Marcy Bursac.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (November 2, 2023)

Voting for the 2023 Ellis County Constitutional Amendments and Joint Elections will be held on Election Day, Nov. 7, 2023, at the Ferris Public Library, 301 E. 10th St., Ferris, TX., from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.Ellis County registered voters can vote at any voting center in Ellis County.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: October 23 – 29

Martinez, Pedro, 31, unl use of criminal instrument, ICE detainer Felony 3.Johnson, Anthony, 21, poss marij <2oz, terroristic threat of family, no driver’s license.Wilson, Curtis, 31, assault-family violence. Jackson, Samantha, 22, prostitution.Avila, Alvaro, 31, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g.

RED OAK ARRESTS: October 16 – 30

King, Raenia, 31, poss CS pg 2 >= 1g < 4g.Bell, Bryant, 32, public intoxication.Davis, Marion, 42, DWI 2nd.Carson, Adam, 17, minor in possession of tobacco, minor in possession of alcohol.

WILMER ARRESTS: October 16 – 22

Asadi, Nidyah, 44, warrant arrest. Garcia, Alexis, 21, poss marij <=5lbs>4oz.Lockridge, Nathaniel, age unknown, apprehension by police officer without warrant.Burns, Christopher, 52, DWI.
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4 Ways you can observe National Veterans and Military Family Month

STATEPOINT – When was the last time you thanked a military member or veteran for their service? November is National Veterans and Military Family Appreciation Month and an excellent time to celebrate, support and honor service members.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (October 26, 2023)

Trick or Treat at the Ferris Public Library!Before heading out on the town, drop by in costume for some fang-tastic trick or treating at the library. Story Time is hosted every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Children are treated to stories, fun activities, and a snack.