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STATEPOINT – When a new school year begins, most teachers don’t wait long before they begin scheduling tests, and assigning loads of homework and reading assignments. Here are three tips for helping kids stay on top of all their coursework:1.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (September 5, 2024)

STACEY LANKFORD / Library Manager

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 16:58

Join us for a Mexican Independence Day Celebration at the Library!On Monday, Sept. 16, from 4-6 p.m., come and enjoy delicious Mexican treats, lively music and dance, and crafts for all ages. Bring your family and friends for a fun and educational experience as we honor Mexican heritage and history.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: August 27 – September 2

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Tue, 09/03/2024 - 16:56

Corona, Luis, 52, DWI, immigration hold.Jackson, Elaine, 65, felony warrant-Felony 3.Coston, Lena, 20, misdemeanor warrant.Singleton, Norman, 48, felony warrant.Fabian-Mancia, Nelson, 42, DWI/open alch container, immigration hold.Robles, Daniel, 44, felony warrant-Felony 3.Cicena, Alfredo, 49,...

WILMER ARRESTS: August 25 – September 1

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Tue, 09/03/2024 - 16:55

Simpson, Quintdrea, 31, DWI.Wiley-Anderson, Zoudarrius, 26, warrant arrest other agency.Turner, Joshua, 43, DWI.Argumaniz, Haley, 23, public intoxication.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) part 58

STEVEN RAY BOWEN

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 16:53

The red bird perched on the rock, its heart throbbing, captured the moment, as Corrina and I sat talking by the creek until the shadows fell over the water.

OUT TO PASTOR: Doctor, could you repeat that?

DR. JAMES L. SNYDER

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 16:51

For the first time in my life, I’ve been having health issues. They’re nothing serious, but just enough to be aggravating.The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage has been very helpful with my medical issues.