How to set up the ultimate workstation for kids at home

STATEPOINT – Want to help guarantee your child’s academic success? While you can’t control what goes on in the classroom, you can facilitate their study time at home by setting up an A+ workstation.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than books (August 24, 2023)

Story Time for preschool children is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Children are treated to stories, fun activities, and a snack. Before leaving, your child may choose a prize from the Treasure Chest to take home.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: August 14 – 20

Burgess, Daniel, 29, assault family/house member impede breath Felony 3, interfere w/emergency request for assistance.Gonzalez, Christian, 34, public intoxication. Campbell, Ashley, 38, DWLI w/prev conviction/suspension w/o financial restitution.Lafitte, James, 31, DWI, DWI.

Wilmer E.M. Gilliam Memorial Public Library concludes summer programming with a Back-to-School Bash

WILMER – The City of Wilmer’s E.M. Gilliam Memorial Public Library had an active summer for residents this year.

4 tech-friendly ways to ace the school year

STATEPOINT – American families are expected to spend record-high amounts this back-to-school season.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (August 17, 2023)

The Ferris Public Library’s Story Time for pre-school children will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 10:30 a.m.Each Wednesday, children will be treated to a story, fun activities, and have a snack. Before leaving, your child may choose a prize from the Treasure Chest to take home.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: August 17, 2023

Local Angelo State University student-athletes who made the Lone Star Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll for the 2023 spring semester include: Mekhi Greer of Waxahachie, Kobe Singleton of Red Oak, and Mariah Griffin and Samantha Rodgers of Midlothian.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: August 7 – 13

Sutton, Logan, 21, viol bond/protective order-assault Felony 3, continuous violence against family Felony 3, assault family/house member impede breath Felony 3, viol bond/protective order-assault Felony 3.Lopez, Enrique, 43, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3.

WILMER ARRESTS: August 7 – 13

Wilson, Phillip, 28, warrant arrest.Garcia-Zalazar, Hector, 52, reckless bodily injury child/elderly/disabled, assault causes bodily injury family member.

How to help keep your child safe and healthy this school year

STATEPOINT – As students return to classrooms, doctors say that it’s important to ensure that children are up-to-date with routine childhood vaccinations.