WILMER ARRESTS (February 15 – 22)

Contreras, German, 37, warrant arrest local.Fitzgerald, Jeremiah, 19, poss marij <2oz, unl carrying weaponHarris, Donell, 24, viol bond/protective order 2+ times w/intent 12 months.Watson, Andre, 27, poss marij <2oz.

4 smart tips to save money and stay well this season

STATEPOINT – The beginning of the year is a natural time for a reset, especially when it comes to budgets and better-for-you habits. With cold and flu season still in full swing, it’s also a time when many people start thinking about how to stay healthy without spending more than they planned.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (February 19, 2026)

 A big thank you to all the families who joined us for Take Your Child to the Library Day. We’re so grateful for our wonderful community and love sharing the joy of reading with you! Check out our Facebook page for photos of the event.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (February 19, 2026)

Juliet Amadi, Felicity Hesters and Demilade Omotoso of Midlothian, Jordyn White of Ovilla, and Jordyn Brown of Waxahachie graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in the fall 2025 class.Luke Zmolik of Ennis was named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List at Youngstown State University.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (February 9 – 15)

De La Cruz, Ruth, 27, burglary of habitation Felony 2.Williams, Tanya, 19, assault causes bodily injury family member, viol bond/protective order, health and safety violation, assault causes bodily injury family member.Session, Christopher, 58, DWI 2nd.

WAXAHACHIE ARRESTS (February 1 – 7)

Smith, Theodore, 27, warrant other agency.Torrez, Jose, 37, unl carrying weapon, DWI.Robinson, Sharon, 55, warrant arrest.Woods, Matthew, 37, criminal trespassHong, Maria, 33, assault causes bodily injury family member.

WILMER ARRESTS (February 8 – 16)

Coleman, Alexus, 33, warrant arrest local.Byrd, Terrence, 38, unl carry weapon w/felony conviction.

How programming found worldwide supports the U.S. military community

STATEPOINT – When you think about the USO, you likely think about entertainment tours or airport lounges, but the organization’s scope is much wider than that.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (September 12, 2026)

 February is both Black History Month & Library Lovers Month, and we are offering a wide range of activities and resources to celebrate both!

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (February 12, 2026)

Jordan Morgan of Midlothian has been named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.Emma Fletcher of Waxahachie graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Services from Abilene Christian University.