BEHIND THE WHEEL: The 2021 Kia Seltos is just the right vibe for all the right reasons

If you are looking for a splashy little SUV that won’t do too much damage to your pocketbook then consider the 2021 Kia Seltos. With enough cargo space for all, a personality enhanced by diverse color options and upscale design, this Kia turns heads.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: ARTICLE 2, UNITED STATES BILL OF RIGHTS

The Second Amendment protects the individual right to keep and bear arms.  The concept of such a right existed within English common law long before the enactment of the Bill of Rights.

FACE-OFF OVER COVID-19 ORDERS

The following is a statement published July 16 on the City of Ferris Facebook page to the citizens of Ferris regarding COVID-19 policies and positions from the State of Texas:   Today, Governor Greg Abbott stated that, “there is no shutdown coming,” to the State of Texas, due to COVID-19, after...

Norman wins sheriff run-off election

WAXAHACHIE – Voters in Ellis County took to the polls last week and elected Brad Norman to take the seat of Ellis County Sheriff in the county’s lone runoff election. Challenger Brad Norman saw a win with 4,212, or 58.63-percent of the vote.  Current Sheriff Chuck Edge received 2,972 votes, or 41.

Routine I-45 speeding stop leads to drug bust

FERRIS – On July 15, at around 3 p.m., Ferris K9 Officer C. Banks made a traffic stop for speeding on the north bound lane of Interstate 45.  Banks identified the driver and passenger of the vehicle, and based on several factors had probable cause to detain and conduct a search of the car.

Court approves tax abatement

Freshpet is on the horizon for Ellis County after the Ellis County Commissioners Court approved a 70-percent tax abatement from the county for the next seven years. The 24-month project will have boots on the ground at their construction site in August and begin inspections in September.

MASTER FAMILY MEALS WITH EASE

FAMILY FEATURES – Comforting family meals are a tradition in many homes with time spent around the table sharing stories and laughs while enjoying great food.

COMICALLY INCORRECT by A.F. Branco (July 23, 2020)

OP-ED: This ‘anti-racism education’ sure looks awfully... racist

We often hear that what this country needs is an honest conversation about race. Here’s a whole lot of “honesty” for you, from an unexpected place:Black people are less likely than white people to be self-reliant.

OP-ED: Rural health providers need relief

Rural hospitals are a crucial component in the U.S. healthcare system. They play a vital role all across the nation in regions that are underserved by larger hospitals.