Midlothian law enforcement officer lost in line of duty has street named after him

MIDLOTHIAN – A Midlothian law enforcement officer who lost his life in the line of duty in October 1987 will have the street, which the new Midlothian Public Safety and Municipal Court facility will be located on once complete named after him; George Raffield Jr. Way.Raffield, 21, had only been in...

Ovilla enters discussion for the unborn sanctuary city

OVILLA – The Ovilla City Council addressed a discussion only item at this past Tuesday’s City Council meeting regarding the future possibility of creating an ordinance outlawing abortion in Ovilla.

BRISTOL SCHOOL HOUSE HANDICAP RAMP DEDICATED

BRISTOL – The Bristol School House, 100 Church St., recognized by the Texas Historical Society, received  $4,000 and other contributions from area residents to fund an ADA Handicap Ramp at the historical building.Pictured above are Carson Brown (representing State Rep. Brian Harrison); Rhonda Land,...

State Rep. Carl Sherman’s rare heart condition leads to open heart surgery last week

FERRIS – District 109 Texas State Representative Carl Sherman, whose district includes neighboring cities Lancaster, DeSoto and parts of Glenn Heights and Ovilla, underwent open heart surgery last week on Friday for a rare heart condition called hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy.He was...

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) part 67

I’ve seen players with savvy on the basketball court before, but Tommy had a different kind of wiggle with the ball than anything I’d ever seen.He could make your head spin.

OUT TO PASTOR: I didn’t know I loved it that much

One important thing I have learned is that you don’t appreciate something until it’s missing.I’ve learned that by many things that I just took for granted.Last week, for example, I had some problems with my truck, so I had to take it in for service.I had a doctor’s appointment across town that day,...

Survey reveals what’s top of mind for Holiday shoppers

STATEPOINT – As the holiday season approaches, many consumers are planning to kick off their shopping earlier this year, aiming to lock in low prices, take advantage of promotions, and ensure all their gifts arrive on time.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (November 21, 2024)

National Game and Puzzle Week is a celebration of games and puzzles spanning Thanksgiving week. It’s the perfect time to bring out board games and jigsaw puzzles and try something new.This week is a time to encourage families to spend more time together during the holidays.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: November 12 – 18

Rodriguez, Sheila, 41, assault-threat.Larue, William, 64, poss CS pg 1/1-b>=1g<4g.Johnson, Richard, 54, burglary of habitation Felony 2.Moore, Thurman, 64, poss CS pg 1/1-b<1g.Bledsaw, Paul, 25, assault causes bodily injury family member.Ramos, Juan, 46, theft prop >=$100<$750.Redford, Shane, 45,...

RED OAK ARRESTS: October 28 – November 11

Gilliland, Isaiah, 35, viol bond/protective order (warrant arrest).Bailey, James, 35, expired registration (warrant arrest), no driver’s license (warrant arrest), failure to appear (warrant arrest), no liability insurance (warrant arrest), no liability insurance (warrant arrest), no driver's...