Senate Democrats need to stop resisting and confirm Neomi Rao to D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals

President Trump has nominated an exemplary person to serve on the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for D.C. in Neomi Rao.

Texans need to be vigilant against human trafficking

Border security is getting much needed attention right now to ensure law enforcement has the tools they need to stop human and drug traffickers. But these problems don’t stop at the border and often victims of trafficking aren’t limited to those smuggled into this county.

The BLAKE Act falls short of applying to its namesake, Blake Farenthold

WASHINGTON – Immediately after settling a sexual harassment suit using taxpayer money that he offered to pay back (but never did), former U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold, R-Corpus Christi, took a $160,000-a-year job as a legislative liaison for the The Calhoun Port Authority.

Bill referrals & committee hearings will begin soon

The Texas Legislature convened in Austin last month for its 86th Regular Session and the number of gun control measures filed so far is unprecedented. And there’s more to come - the deadline for bill introduction is not until March 8.

January sales tax revenue totaled $2.8 billion

AUSTIN — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $2.8 billion in January, 6 percent more than in January 2018. “The growth in sales tax collections was primarily due to continued strong spending in oil- and gas-related sectors,” Hegar said.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: Feb. 7, 2019

Courtney Kendrick of Red Oak has been named to the Fall 2018 Dean’s List for McMurry University. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must have maintained at least a 3.5 grade point average while taking twelve or more credit hours.

THE FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than books (Feb. 7, 2019)

3rd grade students from Lucy Mae McDonald Elementary visited the Ferris Public Library Jan. 31 and were treated to a story, given a tour and were told about all the programs the library holds throughout the year.

FEB. 4 FERRIS CITY COUNCIL MEETING RECAP: Hatfield retains board positions

FERRIS – Although agenda items at the Monday, Feb.

Red Oak High School hosts signing day

RED OAK – Red Oak High School and the Athletics Department are hosting a signing day Wednesday, Feb. 6. The signing day is for college-bound student-athletes, their families, coaches and college representatives.

Red Oak man reported missing found dead in Lake Waxahachie

RED OAK – The body of 51-year-old Estean Freeman Jr., of Red Oak was found Tuesday, Feb. 5 in Lake Waxahachie.  On Feb.