Convicted murderer found guilty of threatening to ‘light up’ Midlothian workplace

WAXAHACHIE – Jamison Whitaker, 44, of Dallas, was convicted of terroristic threat and sentenced to 40 years in prison on Oct. 23.Ellis County and District Attorney Ann Montgomery stated in a news release, “On Nov. 18, 2022, Whitaker arrived to work at Liberty Tire Recycling with an AM-15, an...

WEEK 10: High School Football Schedules (October 31 & November 1, 2024)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31Life School vs Ranchview at Ranchview, 7 p.m.  FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1Avalon vs Blum at home, 7:30 p.m.Ennis vs Mesquite Poteet at home, 7 p.m.Ferris vs Kemp at Kemp, 7 p.m. Italy vs Itasca at home, 7 p.m.Maypearl vs Mexia at Mexia, 7:30 p.m.Midlothian vs Red Oak at Red Oak, 7...

Midlothian extends winning streak to seven, beats Tyler 42-28

MIDLOTHIAN – Linebacker Nick Teufel’s pick-six with 1:51 left sealed the victory for Midlothian over Tyler at Midlothian ISD Stadium. Tied at 28 with just over six minutes to go, the Panthers (7-1, 4-0 in District 7-5A Div.

Midlothian Heritage skates past Mesquite Poteet, 49-0

MESQUITE – In a dominating performance, the Midlothian Heritage Jaguars triumphed over the Mesquite Poteet Pirates with a commanding score of 49-0.Heritage showcased their offensive prowess, amassing 256 rushing yards and demonstrating the strength of their physical offensive line.Za’ko Davis led...

WEEK 9 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCORES (October 24 & 25, 2024)

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24Waxahachie 16, Skyline 13 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25Avalon 54, Walnut Springs 8Ennis 14, Crandall 38Ferris 14, Canton 28Italy 41, Bosqueville 6Life School 13, Alvarado 79Maypearl 17, Grandview 20Midlothian 42, Tyler 28Midlothian Heritage 49, Poteet 0Ovilla Christian 6, Prestonwood...

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) part 64

I walked Corrina to her door, moving slowly up the herringbone brick walkway and up the old red-brick steps to the front porch.“Do you mind if I holler at your mom and dad?”

OUT TO PASTOR: Nothing is more satisfying than doing nothing

We were facing Hurricane Milton, and everything was being shut down. Milton was to hit us on a Wednesday night. Because we were in the center of where it was supposed to come, we were not allowed to get out and drive on the streets.

Supporting the Military’s hurricane relief efforts

STATEPOINT – As local communities throughout the southeast region of the United States coped with the damage caused by recent hurricanes, National Guard, Coast Guard and additional active-duty service members rescued people and pets, cleared roads, and distributed needed supplies.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (October 31, 2024)

Dress up in costume on Thursday, Oct. 31, and stop by the library anytime between 3 – 5:30 p.m. for spooky tunes & crafts, and, of course, treats!After that, make your way to the Ferris Department of Public Safety Building at 415 Ewing Blvd. from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. for snow cones, popcorn, candy,...

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: October 22 – 28

Leal, James, 40, poss CS pg 1/1-b<1g, poss CS pg 2-a <=2oz, theft prop <$2,500 2/more prev conviction.Lee, Michael, 51, theft prop <$2500 2/more prev conviction, unl use of criminal instrument.Yeldell, Cecily, 39, continuous violence against the family Felony 3, injury child/elderly/disabled w/int...