Ferris Texas

Pecan Cove is a private and purposely built water skiing lake near the Waxahachie and Red Oak boundaries.

Pecan Cove is a private and purposely built water skiing lake near the Waxahachie and Red Oak boundaries.

MAWS holds advanced water-skiing clinic

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Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:37
RED OAK – Metroplex Adaptive Water Sports held an advanced water-skiing clinic at Pecan Cove in Waxahachie on Saturday, June 18.Pecan Cove is a private and purposely built water skiing lake near the Waxahachie and Red Oak boundaries.

OBITUARY: Francys Ann Shivers

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Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:30
Francys Ann Shivers (nee Gregory), was a resident of Ferris for 33 years.She was born in Denison, Texas on July 4, 1941, and travelled to her final resting place on June 10, 2022, to be with her Lord and Savior and beloved family members who preceded her.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Basketball is life!

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Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:27
Welcome, all, to the “front porch.”I’ve been reminiscing lately about my illustrious – or maybe not so much – basketball career.The nostalgia came from my study in the book of Philippians where the apostle makes the grand statement that “To me Christ is life,” as some translations put it.

OUT TO PASTOR: What the world needs most today... are good fathers

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Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:26
There is much talk today about what’s wrong with our society.That list is pretty long.But the most important cause of problems in our culture today is the lack of good fathers.So many children grow up without a father in the home. How tragic.I was fortunate enough to know my father.
Photo courtesy Getty Images

Photo courtesy Getty Images

Keep pets safe all summer long

Ellis123
Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:24
FAMILY FEATURES – Summer means extra time outdoors. Sunny months provide a perfect opportunity for bonding with pets, but higher temperatures, seasonal plants and pests and additional travel can pose higher risks for complications.

Top tips for a smooth move

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Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:21
STATEPOINT – Whether hiring professionals or doing it all on your own, preparation is the most important step in a smooth move.The experts at Duck Brand recommend staying organized with packing lists and labels.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: June 13 – 20

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Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:18
Oro, Pedro, 31, DWI.Tillotson, Dominic, 61, agg assault w/deadly weapon Felony 2.Robinson, Steve, 59, DWI.Isaac, Kirkland, 25, DWLI w/prev conv, unl carrying weapon.Dennard, Kristina, 36, assault-family violence.Duncan, Lonnie, 37, theft prop >=$100<$750.Puente, Robert, 35, burglary of building.

GLENN HEIGHTS ARRESTS: June 10 – 16

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Wed, 06/22/2022 - 13:16
Duffie, Terry, 47, warrant arrest Lancaster PD.Hill, Aaron, 49, assault family/household member impede breath, unlawful restraint, interfere w/911 call, theft of firearm.Wilson, Trevionne, 21, warrant arrest Dallas Co. Sheriff.Shawky, Moustafa, 72, assault by contact.Lakes, Mira, 65, fleeing.