HELPING OTHERS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON: Be ready to save a life

FAMILY FEATURES – Every year, 350,000 people die from cardiac arrest in the United States.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 28, 2023)

The Ferris Public Library will be closed to the public from Jan. 2 – 4, for our annual inventory.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: December 18 – 21

Crawford, Jalzeria, 29, DWI. Wright, Deandre, 22, evading arrest/detention, agg assault w/deadly weapon Felony 2, assault family/house member impede breath Felony 3. Dow, Bobby, 31, DWLI w/prev conviction.Stein, Melissa, 33, DWLI w/prev conviction.

RED OAK ARRESTS: December 11 – 25

Adams, Alexis, 25, DWI.Butler, Khaya, 19, poss marij <2oz.Anderson, Brianna, 18, abandon/endanger child imminent danger bodily injury, no driver’s license, failure to appear.Popoca, Silvino, 36, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=4g<200g.Harris, Junious, 35, sale of opium or derivative.Wilkerson, Patrick, 58, agg...

How you can donate plasma and save a life

STATEPOINT – Millions of people around the world rely on plasma to treat a range of conditions, including rare inherited diseases, severe burns and trauma, liver disorders, and for cancer supportive care.“Plasma-derived medicines are often the only therapies available for patients with many rare,...

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 21, 2023)

Our holiday craft event for adults surpassed expectations! It provided an opportunity for our adult community to come together and enjoy the holiday season in a fun and creative way.The turnout for our Grinch day was fantastic!

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: December 12 – 17

Rosar, Benjamin, 38, assault-family violence.Durham, Gary, 58, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g Felony 2, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g.Offer, Magon, 34, assault-family violence, FMFR.Craig, Abbie, 41, FMFR, exp motor vehicle registration, exp motor vehicle registration, FMFR.

WILMER ARRESTS: December 10 – 17

Celimundo, Rufino, 55, warrant arrest other agency.Perez, Landy, 41, public intoxication.Robinson, Rosalie, 46, warrant arrest other agency.Cruz-Rodriguez, Pablo, 38, driving while intoxicated.

How to host the Holidays affordably

STATEPOINT – From getting your home ready for guests and finding the perfect gifts to preparing a delicious meal, the holidays can seem overwhelming and expensive – but they don’t have to be.Take the following steps to save time and money on seasonal essentials.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 14, 2023)

Ho! Ho! Ho! We have a vast collection of books celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa for your reading and cooking pleasure. Our adult books range from Romance to Mystery, including several entertaining and cooking titles. And let’s not forget about the little ones!