Father’s Day gift ideas for rock star dads

STATEPOINT – If you have a “rock star” dad, a traditional Father’s Day gift may not strike the right note.

EYES ON ELLIS COUNTY (June 4, 2026)

  ALMA Matias Zatonyl was named Mayor Pro-Tem for the Alma City Council at a council meeting held earlier this month. Council also voted to have the council meetings filmed via a YouTube Channel for the city. CEDAR HILL D Magazine has named two Cedar Hill destinations in its Ultimate Outdoor Guide.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (June 4, 2026)

The library is located at 301 E. 10th St., across from Mutz Ballpark. Library staff may be reached at ferrislibrary@ferristexas.gov or (972) 544-2110, Option 9.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (May 26 – June 1)

Chrystal, Daja, 26, theft prop >=$750<$2500. Rogers, Ryan, 32, criminal mischief >=$30,000<$150,000 Felony 3. Whitley, Jayla, 23, felony warrant, theft prop >=$2,500<$30,000, theft prop >=$2,500<$30,000, theft prop >=$750<$2,500, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.

WAXAHACHIE ARRESTS (May 24 – 30)

Cornstubble, Shane, 49, assault causes bodily injury family member. Bowman, Sirshae, 34, warrant other agency. Johnson, Cassandra, 46, DWI. White, Timothy, 53, disorderly conduct Singleton, Jeremiah, 19, unl carrying weapon. Fuller, David, 45, warrant arrest,  warrant other agency.

WILMER ARRESTS (May 24 – 31)

Gonzalez, Ruby, 35, engaging in organized criminal activity, forgery to defraud or harm of another, theft prop >=$2,500<$30,000. Limon, Angel, 24, viol bond/protective order.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Psalm 119 – more than words on a page

  Welcome to the “Front-Porch.” Coming again to Psalm 119, there is splendor and wonder in this piece of spiritual literature that comprises 176 verses.

OUT TO PASTOR: Just pinch a nickel until the buffalo screams

  Every so often, something happens reminding me of my father, who passed away over 16 years ago. Thinking back, he was the epitome of frugality. If I were to look up in the dictionary the meaning of frugality, I would not be surprised to find my father’s name.

SPEAKING TRUTH: Is there life after death?

  As a little boy I stood with my parents at a graveside service when a small plastic shovel was presented to me. I was asked if I wanted to scoop some dirt and toss it on the casket. I turned my head downward, then nervously backed into my mother and declined.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: Did you know the US and Israel could be integrating its military?

  I don’t think you guys are ready for this shocker. However, before I dive fearlessly down this rabbit hole, I will say if we ever get open borders between the United States and Israel, Tel Aviv did wow me. That was some years back though. I even saw an amazing Lady Gaga show there – I digress.