OPINION: Is it time to ban electric vehicles?

The New York Fire Department recently reported that so far this year there have been 108 lithium-ion battery fires in New York City, which have injured 66 people and killed 13. According to FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh, “There is not a small amount of fire, it (the vehicle) literally explodes.

NOTABLE QUOTABLES (August 17, 2023)

CIRCLING THE WAGONS“There’s been no evidence to show that [Joe Biden has] been involved in anything.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) – part 15

It is like looking down into the vastness of the Grand Canyon and knowing its wonder but never questioning its source: The Lord made that, all of that beauty His magnificent handiwork, ours is just to look at it and wonder at it.That, too, is the summer of 1973.

OUT TO PASTOR: One more scam call and I’m going to scream

Upon retirement, my life changed in few ways.I’m still as busy as before; I just don’t get a paycheck for being busy.The one thing that has changed – is I schedule a nap every day.As most people know, a NAP is simply “Navigating A Position.” That position is level.

The miracles of Jesus (part 15)

Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.

4 tech-friendly ways to ace the school year

STATEPOINT – American families are expected to spend record-high amounts this back-to-school season.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (August 17, 2023)

The Ferris Public Library’s Story Time for pre-school children will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 10:30 a.m.Each Wednesday, children will be treated to a story, fun activities, and have a snack. Before leaving, your child may choose a prize from the Treasure Chest to take home.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: August 17, 2023

Local Angelo State University student-athletes who made the Lone Star Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll for the 2023 spring semester include: Mekhi Greer of Waxahachie, Kobe Singleton of Red Oak, and Mariah Griffin and Samantha Rodgers of Midlothian.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: August 7 – 13

Sutton, Logan, 21, viol bond/protective order-assault Felony 3, continuous violence against family Felony 3, assault family/house member impede breath Felony 3, viol bond/protective order-assault Felony 3.Lopez, Enrique, 43, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3.

WILMER ARRESTS: August 7 – 13

Wilson, Phillip, 28, warrant arrest.Garcia-Zalazar, Hector, 52, reckless bodily injury child/elderly/disabled, assault causes bodily injury family member.