Ferris Texas
Homecoming Queen nominees (L-R): Sophomore Princess Teliya Ezell, Junior Princess Haylee Mathers, nominee Jayden Perkins, Senior Hannah Carr (QUEEN), nominee Courtney Riddle, nominee Alex Jones and Freshman Princess Ady Mathers.
2019 Italy High School Homecoming Court (Photos by Barry Byers / Italy ISD – IT Department)
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Wed, 10/02/2019 - 12:33
Officials break ground for new Wilmer elementary school
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WILMER – There are three public schools and one charter school in the Wilmer Hutchins school district right now.
On Tuesday, that number changed to add one more.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
Todd Little visits Finley Jr. High in first school visit as county judge.
JUDGE LITTLE SPEAKING TO 8TH GRADE CLASS
News Staff
Ellis County Judge Todd little made his first school visit as County Judge on Thursday afternoon - his first visit comes by invitation of 8th grade Social Studies Department Chair Ashley Sweatt, in honor of Constitution Week.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
FERRIS – A CITY IN CRISIS
News Staff
The city of Ferris is in crisis.
In the past few weeks, the mayor and interim city manager have both resigned.
The city is also searching for a new economic development director and a new city manager.
The public safety director has requested a severance package.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
Meet your local law enforcement officers on National Night Out
News Staff
Most cities in the Best Southwest bypass holding the annual National Night Out event in August due to the hot weather. So, as October rolls around residents know it is almost time to celebrate the event with hot dogs and festivities and a meet and greet from local law enforcement officers.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
Are you stressed out?
News Staff
The American Psychological Association reports Americans are stressed about money.
Stress about money and finances appears to have a significant impact on Americans’ lives according to the Association.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
San Francisco, Los Angeles and Seattle should be held to Clean Water Act standards as human waste pollutes their waterways
News Staff
In March of 2018, San Diego County, California cities of Imperial Beach and Chula Vista sued the International Boundary & Water Commission-United States Section and Veolia Water North America West over the ‘devastating pollution discharges’ from the Tijuana River.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
Despite obstruction from Congress, Trump delivers on promises including building the wall
News Staff
From day one of his Administration, President Trump has been working to deliver on his campaign promises. Because the hostile, liberal media does such a lousy job of informing voters of Trump’s accomplishments, a quick rundown of some of the promises he has kept is in order.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
CJ Palmer (15) scored on this run up the middle after powering through multiple tackle attempts.
Hawks upset #8 SOC 28-21
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A year ago, the Hawks gave South Oak Cliff its only real challenge in District 6-5A Division II, and although both the Golden Bears and Hawks made it into the playoffs, the Hawks season ended in the first round, leaving a bitter taste.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
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MAKING THE MOST OF THE MEDICARE ANNUAL ELECTION PERIOD
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STATEPOINT – Medicare Advantage (MA) plans are increasingly popular, offering robust benefits including vision, health, dental, drug coverage and more. For the more than 22 million people with an MA plan, the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP), running from Oct. 15-Dec.
Thu, 09/26/2019 - 00:00
