Ferris Texas

The operation was called Operation Genesis because it was a first of its kind in Ellis County and one that many agencies took part in. As Sheriff Norman stated in a press conference held May 28, “We will actively pursue those who target our children.” 10 individuals have been arrested and the remaining 6 are being actively pursued.

The operation was called Operation Genesis because it was a first of its kind in Ellis County and one that many agencies took part in. As Sheriff Norman stated in a press conference held May 28, “We will actively pursue those who target our children.” 10 individuals have been arrested and the remaining 6 are being actively pursued.

10 SUSPECTS ARRESTED FOR ‘ONLINE SOLICITATION OF A MINOR’

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Wed, 06/02/2021 - 13:23
ELLIS COUNTY – The Ellis County Sheriff’s Department released the names of 10 suspects who were recently arrested for “Online Solicitation of a Minor.” There are also six arrests pending, which Ellis County Sheriff Brad Norman said are being “actively” looked for. “It is a priority for us” he said.

Hours before Texas House plans voting bill passage - Democrats stage walkout

Ellis123
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 13:18
Come hell or high water, Democrats seem ready to deny any moves to enforce voter integrity. They already claim voter ID laws deny Americans the ability to vote.  You’d think they’d be more concerned with all the other things these ID-less Americans can’t do, but they only care about voting.

Traffic headache ahead on U.S. 77

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Wed, 06/02/2021 - 13:16
ELLIS COUNTY – Will it ever be over? Traffic that is, and the answer is no – not yet. While work on I-35 never ends, late last week U.S. Highway 77 became the latest roadway detour to avoid. The detour on U.S. 77 will last until spring 2022.
Lake Ridge Elementary’s Matthew Gaines and his wife Carol

Lake Ridge Elementary’s Matthew Gaines and his wife Carol

Italy Resident/Cedar Hill teacher shows students the Zen of fishing

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Wed, 06/02/2021 - 13:02
ITALY – Italy resident Matthew Gaines likes to fish.  Gaines is also a teacher at Cedar Hill’s Lake Ridge Elementary, so he is teaching his students to enjoy fishing too. “I incorporate fishing to provide real life connection to science,” Gaines explains. “It gives the content purpose.
Catherine Mortensen

Catherine Mortensen

OPINION: Three brothers left for war, only two returned home

Ellis123
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 12:40
To paraphrase Gen. Douglas MacArthur, I do not know the dignity of my great uncle’s birth, but I know the glory of his death. My great uncle Augustine Leonardi was born in Pueblo, Colorado on Aug. 4, 1918, far from the battles raging in Europe during the First World War.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: Lickin’ that calf again!

Ellis123
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 12:38
Good week to all. Welcome to the “front porch.” About a decade ago, I heard the great motivational speaker Zig Ziglar tell a memorable story. It kind of reminded me of what my mama or Grandma would have told me as they tried to get me to grow up right.

OUT TO PASTOR: It’s my tongue and I’ll wag it if I want to

Ellis123
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 12:37
Like everybody else, I have my share of trouble. It’s not that I want to get into trouble, but trouble always seems to be somewhere near where I am at the time. Some trouble I can’t prevent. It just happens, and no matter what I do, trouble is in the room.

ON THE JOB TRAINING (Part 10)

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Wed, 06/02/2021 - 12:35
When He had come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed Him. And behold, a leper came and worshiped Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Then Jesus put out His hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed.” Immediately his leprosy was cleansed.