Retribution or community concerns?

FERRIS – Several councilmen attempted to “pull apart” a planned development recommended to the council from Ferris Planning and Zoning on a re-zoning plan for Michael Martinez’s property at west 9th and south Main street to be developed for several proposed businesses on the ground level with...

RED OAK: ‘Christmas Grinch’ purse snatcher identified

RED OAK – The Red Oak Police said last week they have identified the ‘Christmas Grinch’ purse snatcher who went on a crime spree last month at the local Walmart.

Love kicks off 2019

Twelve colorful hearts visually expressing love’s joyful, bountiful nature illustrate the first Forever stamp issued in 2019 and will be revealed by the U.S. Postal Service during a first-day-of-issue ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 10. News on the stamp is being shared with the hashtag #LoveStamps.

Community policing by design in Palmer

PALMER – It is a mission that continues to take shape. Palmer Chief of Police John Zaidle said the police department in Palmer is ever evolving and “taking shape each and every day.

Red Oak Hawk Theatre presents ‘9 to 5’

RED OAK – Red Oak Hawk Theatre presents the thought provoking comedy “9 to 5” on Friday, Jan. 11 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 12 at both 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Red Oak High School’s Performing Arts Center.

Ferris gated alley concerns residents

FERRIS – If the gate is closed does that mean you can’t go inside? That is what some residents are wondering right now about a new set of gates closing off the alley on 6th Street and right in the middle of downtown Ferris.

SEWER ISSUES IN WILMER APARTMENTS IN COMPLIANCE

WILMER – While Wilmer city officials said it is not the most ideal situation, the sewer removal at the Emoli/Liberty Crossing Apartments is following TCEQ requirements. “It is happening, it is not ideal,” said Wilmer Interim City Administrator Dr. John Hubbard.

THE HEADLINES FROM FERRIS’ WILD RIDE IN 2018

March 1, 2018 FERRIS SEEKING APPROVAL OF $12-MILLION BOND FOR NEW FERRIS MUNICIPAL CENTER City Manager Bill Jordan assures all Ferris residents over the age of 65 their home property taxes would not increase due to the upcoming proposed bond election.