ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: August 21 – 24

Tolleson, Courtney, 33, theft prop >=$100<$750/failure to appear, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3.Calvert, Trista, 45, poss CS pg 1a <20au, unl carrying weapon, poss marij <2oz.Green, Demas, 49, theft property $1500<$20,000 Felony 3, parole violation Felony 3.

RED OAK ARRESTS: August 7 – 21

Haynie, Revan, 44, parole violation-man/del CS pg1>1=1g<4g, unl poss firearm by felon.Sweet, Domonique, 29, assault.Evans, Judy, 59, public intoxication.Emeh, Chidiebere, 49, interfere w/public duties.Sierra, Jeus, 42, DWI.

WILMER ARRESTS: August 14 – 27

Alvarado, Emmanuel, 25, DWI.Nichols, Reshanna, 30, DWI.Allen, Sybil, 61, DWI.Holland, Shakendra, 37, warrant arrest.Chavez-Bravo, Jose, 39, DWI/open container.Nealy, Kimberly, 38, DWI.Cerda-Marques, Mateo, 35, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle, unl carry weapon w/felony conviction.

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.