NOTABLE QUOTABLES (September 19, 2024)

MORE CROOKED THAN THE BRAZOS“Federal prosecutors and agents may never make a decision regarding an investigation or prosecution for the purpose of affecting any election or the purpose of giving an advantage or disadvantage to any candidate or political party.

OBITUARY: Tiffiny Donnom (Hill) Ross Thomas

Our beloved Tiffiny Donnom (Hill) Ross Thomas passed away surrounded by family on August 29, 2024, at the age of 53. She was born in Dallas, Texas, on January 17, 1971.Tiffiny was known for her vibrant energy and loving nature. She graduated from Duncanville High School in 1989.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) part 60

“Popman,” Cheyenne said, “I’ve been meaning to ask you something for a while. I’ve been thinking on it, and I’m not sure I have the exact answer.”“All right.”“When you boil it down, who, is this story about? I could make a case for four or five different people.

OUT TO PASTOR: One man’s Apple Fritter is pure delight

One thing I have learned in life is there are times when things DO come together.For the last several months, I have been struggling to keep up with my schedule.That is always frustrating for me. I like finishing what I start – and finishing it on time.

ON THE SIDELINES: Ferris vs Peaster, Sept. 6, 2024

All images above were captured by Ferris High School student photographers. Ky Creek photo above and copy by Lily Sanchez, Ferris High School: Senior captain and middle linebacker, Ky Creek, has made an unexpected return to football this season following a tough battle with a shoulder injury.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (September 19, 2024)

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate Mexican Independence Day at the library this week! We had a fantastic turnout, and we’re grateful to Mariachi Lindo Tejas and Pamela’s Creativity Face Painting for their contributions.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (September 19, 2024)

Landri Schreier of Midlothian is one of 22 student-athletes at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock who received an Academic Medal of Honor for the 2023-24 academic year from the Ohio Valley Conference.On Sept.

FERRIS: Lee Longino Elementary’s September Students of the Month

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: September 9 – 16

Hobart, Caleb, 39, poss CS pg 2 <1g, public intoxication.Becker, Edward, 35, felony warrant-Felony 2.Blankenship, James, 47, felony warrant.Nyunt, Than, 52, DWI.Rodriquez, Deborah, 64, criminal mischief >=$750<$2500.

RED OAK ARRESTS: September 2 – 9

Seely, Brooke, 19, DWI.McGrew, Darrell, 36, viol bond/protective order.Riley, Skyyanah, 19, engaging in organized criminal activity, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.Bolar, Aniyah, 17, engaging in organized criminal activity, tamper/fabricate phys evidence w/intent to impair, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.