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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.
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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.
American Medical Association President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., and his son Ethan.

American Medical Association President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., and his son Ethan.

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.