OPINION: Texas will do what is necessary to protect itself against illegal immigrants

Lost in the media stampede last week over the Supreme Court’s correct and prudential decision that former President Donald Trump could not be disqualified from state ballots on the whim of unelected election officials was the court’s decision the same day of a less voluble but probably more...

NOTABLE QUOTABLES (March 14, 2024)

INDIFFERENCE“Biden does not even KNOW my child’s name – it’s pathetic! If you are going to say her name, at least say the RIGHT NAME!”– Laken Riley’s mother, Allyson Phillips BIDEN’S BUDGET NIGHTMARE“President Biden treats the taxpayers as though we are limitless ATMs.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) – part 38

Friends, right here we need to pause and thank you for traveling along with us now through thirty-seven chapters. We haven’t hardly taken a breath in telling our story, but that’s a good thing. I love that we can share these memoirs here on this ‘Inspiration’ page, because it is such real life.

OUT TO PASTOR: Why does Monday have to follow Sunday?

The older I get, the more I wake up not knowing what day it is.That is particularly true on Mondays.My favorite day of the week is Sunday. I enjoy attending church, fellowshipping with other Christians, and, of course, the Sunday worship services.

4 things Millennials and Gen Zers should know about life insurance

STATEPOINT – For a Millennial or Gen Zer who is young and healthy, life insurance may be the last thing on their mind.However, life is unpredictable and having coverage is important in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (March 14, 2024)

Families are invited on Thursday, March 14 from 3:30 to 5  p.m. for our after-school game time. Afterward, stay for St. Patrick’s Day themed crafts from 5 to 6 p.m., while supplies last. Refreshments will be served. Story Time is hosted every Wednesday from 10:30 – 11 a.m.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: March 14, 2024

Abbie Pevehouse of Waxahachie graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing from Abilene Christian University.Audrey Painter of Midlothian was named to Biola University’s Dean's List for academic excellence.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: March 4 – 11 

Montesdeoca, Carlo, 26, theft prop >=$100<$750.King, Keadre, 29, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.Young, Anthony, 46, DWLI w/prev conviction.Deal, Michael, 31, parole violation.Ross, Erik, 34, agg sexual assault Felony 1, continuous violence against family Felony 3.Johnson, Garland, 61, criminal trespass.

WILMER ARRESTS: March 3 – 10

Garcia, Jeffery, 18, DWI, unl carrying weapon.

TASTE: Celebrate St. Pat’s with traditional Irish dishes

FAMILY FEATURES – If St. Patrick’s Day inspires feelings of hearth and home rather than leprechauns and green beer, you can celebrate tradition with warm, filling meals that harken back to Irish heritage.