Why pregnant women should receive this very important test

STATEPOINT – Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that can spread to a fetus during pregnancy or a newborn during labor.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (June 12, 2025)

Join us on Tuesday, June 17 at 11 a.m. for an exciting and educational adventure as we explore the fascinating world of snakes. This hands-on program, led by Snake Encounters, will introduce children and families to live snakes in a safe, engaging environment.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (June 12,2025)

Jordan Herring of Ennis was named to the Spring 2025 Dean’s List at York University.Zachary Navarro of Waxahachie graduated with a Master of Arts from the University of Central Arkansas.Kennedi DeLany of Waxahachie was named to the Missouri State University’s Spring 2025 Dean’s List.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: June 3 – 9

Palmer, Ashley, 34, DWI 2nd.Shears, Gevoni, 21, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle Felony 3.Lopez, Ricardo, 48, poss CS pg 1/1-b>=1g<4g Felony 3, tamper/fabricate phys evidence w/intent to impair Felony 3, parole violation.

GLENN HEIGHTS ARRESTS: May 30 – June 5

Clark, Kemarra, 42, warrant Irving PD, warrant Lancaster PD.Hall, Isaiah, 23, warrant Grand Prairie PD.Abdullah, Jonathan, 24, warrant Dallas County Sheriff’s Office.Waites, Tonia, 54, violation of certain court orders or conditions of bond in family violence.

WILMER ARRESTS: June 1 – 8

Roberts, Curtis, 62, warrant arrest other agency.Stokes, Melissa, 32, assault causes bodily injury family member.Lockett, Jeremiah, 41, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle.Buchanan, Eboni, 42, DWI 2nd, poss marij <2oz.Moreno, Vanessa, 24, DWI.Washington, Quentin, 18, poss marij <2oz.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (June 5, 2025)

The library is located at 301 E. 10th St., across from Mutz Ballpark. Library staff may be reached at ferrislibrary@ferristexas.gov or (972) 544-2110, Option 9.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (June 5, 2025)

Daylen Jackson of Ennis has been named to the Honors List for the 2025 spring semester at Graceland University.Gerald Monroe of Glenn Heights has been named to the President’s List for the 2025 spring semester at Graceland University.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: May 27 – June 2

Manning, Jerry, 57, bench warrant.Rodriguez, Jesse, 30, assault causes bodily injury family member.Wylie-Rodriguez, Deborah, 65, criminal mischief >=$750<$2500, DWI/open alch container, accident involving damage to vehicle>=$200.Riddle, Harry, 47, poss CS pg 1/1-b>=1g<4g Felony 3.

RED OAK ARRESTS: May 12 – June 2

Baladez, Johnny, 37, no motor vehicle liability insurance- 2nd offense.Richardson, Ketron, 31, man/del CS pg 1-b >=4g<200g-probation violation.Sweat, Nakia, 39, poss marij <2oz.King, Steven, 42, public intoxication.Cortez, Nolan, 27, DWI.Bass, Mikayla, 21, hinder secured creditors >=$2,500<$30,000.