Ferris Texas

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) – part 34

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Wed, 01/31/2024 - 13:10

We severely violated our oft-used Oak-Ridge Boy’s “no time for lengthy speeches” motto in our monologue about Mrs. Long. Cheyenne listened carefully to every detail, but I suspected our departure off the main trail was not exactly the terrain Cheyenne wanted to investigate.

OUT TO PASTOR: The key to life is forgetting the right things

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Wed, 01/31/2024 - 13:01

The thing that has concerned me as I have aged is about forgetting things.In this regard, there is no comparison between The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage and myself. I have a problem remembering, and her problem is forgetting. She can’t forget anything.

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KIDS ARE OUR FUTURE: America rallies for afterschool programs

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Wed, 01/31/2024 - 12:54

STATEPOINT – Afterschool programs keep children safe, inspire them to learn, and give working parents the peace of mind that comes with knowing their kids are supervised and learning after the school day ends.There is an urgent need for greater investments in these programs, as U.S.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (February 1, 2024)

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Wed, 01/31/2024 - 12:50

Join us to celebrate National Take Your Child to the Library Day at Ferris Public Library on Thursday, Feb. 1.Thousands of libraries across the country celebrate this day by offering free, fun, fabulous activities for families.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: February 1, 2024

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Wed, 01/31/2024 - 12:48

Nathan Cantrell from Midlothian was named to the Presbyterian College President’s List for Fall 2023.MaKosha Pendergraft from Waxahachie was named to the University of Dallas Fall 2023 Honor Roll.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: January 22 – 28

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Wed, 01/31/2024 - 12:47

Liwanag, John, 33, public intoxication. Lozada, Joseph, 17, assault-family violence.Noria, Juan, 24, DWI/open container.Jimenez, David, 25, unauth use of vehicle.Sims, Mark, 35, agg sexual assault child Felony 1, indecency w/child-sexual contact Felony 2.