ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (March 31 – April 5)

Brisbon, Jordyn, 23, continuous violence against family Felony 3. Torrez, Irene, 38, hinder apprehension or prosecution known felon Felony 3, traffic offense, traffic offense. Taylor, Jefferson, 42, DWI 3rd or more Felony 3, parole violation.

WILMER ARRESTS (March 29 – April 5)

Padilla, Ricardo, 32, criminal trespass. Garner, Dwight, 73, DWLI w/prev conviction/suspension w/o financial restitution. Robinson, Terrance, 43, continuous violence against family. Johnson, Darryl, 60, DWI.

A parent’s guide to paying for college with confidence

STATEPOINT – If you’re the parent of a college-bound student, you’ll soon be receiving financial aid award letters. Making sense of these letters and planning your next steps can help you navigate the years ahead.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (April 2, 2026)

  Easter is a springtime celebration held around the world. For many, it holds deep religious significance, while others enjoy it as a time for family gatherings and cherished traditions like decorating eggs and egg hunts. Adding to the charm of the holiday are a number of interesting facts.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (March 24 – 30)

Carrington, Auriana, 19, criminal mischief >=$2,500<$30,000. Pinilla, Aaron, 18, agg assault w/deadly weapon Felony 2. Sanders, Trae, 24, poss marij >4oz<=5lbs. Fugett, Michael, 37, DWI. Rios-Garcia, Luis, 34, DWI 2nd, DWI 2nd, immigration hold. Williams, Billy, 50, misdemeanor warrant.

RED OAK ARRESTS (March 23 – 30)

Sampson, Johnnie, 51, assault physical contact family violence. Chaney, Lee, 52, probation violation-poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g (warrant arrest). White, Ruben, 36, indecent exposure (warrant arrest).

WAXAHACHIE ARRESTS (March 15 – 28)

Perry, Jeremy, 35, poss CS pg 2 <1g. Gann, Alex, 35, false drug test falsification device. Murphy, Braylon, 19, evading arrest/detention, resist arrest search or transportation, poss CS pg 2 <1g, unl carrying weapon. Gutierrez, Alixandria, 36, warrant arrest.

WILMER ARRESTS (March 22 – 29)

Ovalle, Luis, 37, DWLI w/prev conviction/suspension w/o financial restitution, warrant arrest local. Jackson, Marcus, 45, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g, poss marij <2oz. Chavana, Erika, 29, poss marij <2oz. Pierce, Laquinta, 25, assault. Woodson, Joevonte, 29, poss marij <=4oz>2oz.

Expanded state leave policies help families thrive, say advocates

STATEPOINT – When a child is born or serious illness strikes, workers need time off, but for millions of Americans, it’s not that simple.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (March 26, 2026)

  Get ready to race! Children are invited to the library on Thursday, March 26 from 4 to 5 p.m. for an exciting PS5 Racing Tournament. Participants will compete in a bracket style competition, racing head-to-head as they advance through each round toward the championship.