WAXAHACHIE ARRESTS (January 11 – 19)

Carcamo, Rafael, 42, DWI/open alch container.Pina, Gloria, 44, public intoxication.Ramirez-Ramos, Yerandy, 28, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.Hernandez, Erik, 29, DWI.Watkins, Vondrell, 21, disorderly conduct discharge/display firearm.Turner, Damontriaze, 26, warrant other agency.

WILMER ARRESTS (January 11 – 18)

Macias, Juan, 25, DWI.Caballero, John, 36, warrant arrest other agency, warrant arrest other agency.Hadir, Abraheem, 28, DWI/open alch container.Martinez, Wilfredo, 22, resist arrest search or transport, warrant arrest other agency.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: “If you don’t know, now you know” – Minneapolis could have been avoided, but it was not a sore that had suddenly just festered overnight

 This week is about Minnesota.I struggled with writing it because so much has already been said from every right, left and any other human being angle, so what’s left to say?I offer my comments and accept many will take issue.If so, that’s your journey.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: It is well!

 Welcome to the “front porch.”One sublime feeling that seems to be more common beginning in the cold days of December is that of peace.

OUT TO PASTOR: An old geezer looking for new tricks

 Although the year is new, I’m still an old geezer.I think I know what geezer means, but I’m not sure what the definition of “old” is.One person’s old is another person’s youth. Believe me, I don’t know the difference.

TASTE: Pair simplicity and flavor with seafood pasta

FAMILY FEATURES – Simplifying family dinners after the holiday season starts with easy recipes that don’t sacrifice flavor. To save time heading into the new year, add a recipe like Shrimp Spaghetti to your repertoire.

FOCUS ON FAMILIES: Helping families meet their children’s basic needs

STATEPOINT – Greater income allows parents to better meet children’s basic needs, and financial stability can reduce parental stress.Advocates say that child tax credits (CTCs) provide one avenue for states to increase family resources and are encouraged by progress being made by Washington, D.C.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (January 15, 2026)

 STORY TIME at the Ferris Public Library is more than just listening to a book – it’s a warm, welcoming space created to spark a love of reading from a very early age.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (January 15, 2026)

 Bobbie Tucker of Red Oak has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester at the University of the Cumberlands.Joshua Cullins of Waxahachie was named to Columbia College’s Fall 2025 Semester Dean’s List.

LOCAL: Vehicle burglaries on the rise

 MIDLOTHIAN – Police  issued a reminder to remember to take your belongings, lock your vehicle and hide anything that you do not take with you.A number of vehicle burglaries have been reported in Midlothian in the past few weeks.Police said the burglaries occurred in various areas of the city.