Ferris ISD employee fired for inappropriate student communication

FERRIS – The Ferris Independent School District was made aware of the possible inappropriate communication between an ISD employee and student last week on Nov. 20.An immediate investigation was opened and correspondence went out to Ferris ISD students’ parents confirming the report.

Waxahachie 1st Responders mourn passing of colleague

WAXHACHIE – First responders in Waxahachie are mourning the loss of one of their own, Pump Engineer/Inspector Kevin Lindsey who passed away last week. Lindsey died while off-duty leaving not only Waxahachie Fire-Rescue, but also the Waxahachie Police Department with heavy hearts.

Ferris proclaims National American Indian Heritage Month

FERRIS – Mellanie Cain, chair of the American Indians Committee for the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and chair for CCNT Membership and Outreach, collaborated with Ferris Mayor Fred Pontley, to officially proclaim November as National American Indian Heritage Month in Ferris.

Helping students with disabilities pay for college

STATEPOINT – Every student deserves a fair shot. Fortunately, opportunities exist to help people with disabilities pursue the education and training they need to succeed in their chosen career path.

Ovilla’s Christmas tree lighting set for Dec. 5

OVILLA – The City of Ovilla will light its Christmas tree on Thursday, Dec. 5.The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting will begin at 6 p.m. at Heritage Park, 675 W. Main Street.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (November 28, 2024)

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our fall craft sessions this week! Be sure to follow us on Facebook to stay informed about upcoming events and check out photos of the amazing crafts that were created.The Library will be closed on Wednesday, Nov.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: November 19 – 25

Nobles, Shamol, 35, DWLI w/prev conviction/suspension w/o financial restitution.Perez, Leonardo, 45, parole violation.Claiborne, Jeremy, 42, theft prop <$2500 2/more prev convictions.Lloyd, Heather, 38, proh substance/item in correctional facility Felony 3.

WILMER ARRESTS: November 17 – 24

Bernal, Nevaeh, 19, warrant arrest local, warrant arrest local.Cabrera, Edwin, 15, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle.Sims, Tyree, 25, poss marij <=5lbs >lbs > 4oz, unl carrying weapon.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) part 68

Sonny always leaned over that half-door and intently watched the games in progress. It was almost as if he were studying the game, watching every player’s tendency, determining their weaknesses, and then making a game plan of how he would plot to stop that player if he were playing him.

OUT TO PASTOR: It all boils down to one thing

Of all the things I have learned, one has made a difference in my life.I hear stories about how married couples are unhappy. These days, something must be wrong with you if you haven’t been divorced and remarried five times.