CONSTITUTIONAL MINUTE #4

Let’s have a short conversation about our understanding of the heart and soul of our Constitution as intended by the founders.It’s the concept of “Enumerated Powers”.Simply put it means if a power is not specifically given in the Constitution, then it does not exist.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: July 21, 2022

The following students from Ennis earned degrees from Abilene Christian University during spring graduation ceremonies: Addison Boston (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) and Anna Gilb (Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood/Elementary Education).

OFF MY MEDS by Les Taha (July 21, 2022)

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: July 11 – 14

Gray, Dominic, 18, unauth use of vehicle, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle, no DL.Rodriguez, Rene, 33, DWI 3rd Felony 3.Alcantara, Francis, 35, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g, tamper/fabricate phys evidence w/intent Felony 3, tamper w/government record.

GLENN HEIGHTS ARRESTS: July 8 – 14

Sherman, Christopher, 35, assault causes bodily injury-family violence.Williams, Joseph, 17, assault.

WILMER ARRESTS: July 11 – 17

Wells, Jalen, 21, warrant arrest local.Daniels-Wiley, Kiambu, 28, warrant arrest other agency.Caldwell, Christal, 35, assault public servant, resist arrest search or transport.Luna-Lozano, Bryan, 18, poss marij <=5lbs>4oz.

CONSTITUTIONAL MINUTE #3

Let’s clear a common misconception which we have been led to believe in the past.Are we a democracy?NO. Absolutely not!But this is propagated daily in the media by reporters and politicians.Just listen to the daily news.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (July 14, 2022)

The Ferris Public Library’s Summer Reading Club Oceans of Possibilities has been great! We were so happy we could hold in-person programs this year.For the kids, ages 12 and younger, the “End of Reading Club’s Party” will be held on Tuesday, July 19 at 11 a.m.

Vet-approved tips to help keep pets safe this summer

FAMILY FEATURES – Extreme temperatures and booming sounds can have big impacts on pets.With record-breaking heat across much of the nation, the experts at Freshpet are helping pet parents with these tips to help keep their pets healthy and safe this summer. HEATHeat stroke can occur quickly in dogs.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: July 1 – 10

James, Raymond, 36, DWI 3rd Felony 3.Woods, Freddy, 43, criminal trespass, proh substance/item in Corr/CI Facility Felony 3.Martinez, Manuel, 29, assault causes bodily injury.Creel, Bonnie, 27, theft prop >=$750<$2,500.