DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: Let’s talk about the USA and its amazing Constitution

Last week I wrote about the Texas border crisis, and then I happened to see this bit from the US Constitution. Article IV, Section 4 reads the Constitution requires our government to protect and defend our borders.

OPINION: It’s long past morning in Biden’s America

Ronald Reagan did something 40 years ago that now seems impossible: He romped to re-election with victories in 49 states.Along the way he buried the age issue, rode a growing economy with declining inflation, and promoted a country with renewed faith and spirit.

NOTABLE QUOTABLES (May 11, 2023)

THE BIG LIES“The debt is not a debt that I accumulated.” – Joe Biden“In my first two years, I reduced the debt by $1.7 trillion. No president’s ever done that.

SPEAKING TRUTH: Pushing others down, while lifting yourself up

“There is a mysterious evil within us, that causes us to treat people with contempt. It is a corruption we are born with, but through Jesus we can become new people.”Contempt.In relationships with other people, it reflects how one treats another person.

OUT TO PASTOR: My reward I’ll eat it if I want to

One day last week, I was up early working in my office as I normally do.I happened to pause what I was doing for a moment and smelled this wonderful aroma.I know it wasn’t me because I hadn’t taken a shower yet. The aroma was coming from the kitchen area.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (May 11, 2023)

We welcome your donations of books, audiobooks, and DVDs in good condition. These supply the annual library book sale, which brings dollars back in, in support of the library. If you come by and we’re closed, just put items in our outside dropbox. The Library has a lot to share with you.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (May 11, 2023)

The following local students recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines: Everett Allen of Red Oak (University of Lynchburg), Elizabeth Haralson of Stillwater (Oklahoma State...

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: May 1 – 7

Ahuyon, Pedro, 44, assault causes bodily injury.Hawkins, Brandon, 26, DWI/open container.Whitfield, Brandon, 34, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g.Johnson, Christopher, 30, theft prop >=$50<$500, burglary of building.

RED OAK ARRESTS: May 1 – 8

Cornett, Kasey, 31, burglary of habitation.Foster, Dustin, 33, felony absconder warrant Arkansas.Manning, Ashley, 30, burglary of habitation, resist arrest search or transport.Barcenas, Ray, 35, evading arrest/detention, resist arrest search or transport.Woodson, Chester, 44, DWI 2nd.

TASTE: FRESH SUMMER FLAVORS FIT FOR THE PATIO

FAMILY FEATURES – Gatherings in the summer sun are all about easy, convenient recipes combined with the joy warm weather brings. Spend those special occasions with those you love most and make this summer one to remember with flatbreads, sliders and sweet treats for all to share.