ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: February 10 – 17

Davis, Xavier, 43, assault family/house member impede breath/circulation Felony 3.Wells, Rodney, 47, felony warrant Felony 3, felony warrant.Moore, Jason, 40, felony warrant.Williams, Timothy, 65, theft prop <$2500 2/more prev convictions.Wickman, Jackie, 65, felony warrant.

HUTCHINIS ARRESTS: February 10 – 16

Jeffery, Ruben, 34, Dallas Sheriff’s Office warrant arrest-criminal trespass.Bass, Marcus, 43, assault causes bodily injury family member.Oshkenaniew, Mitchell, 62, public intoxication.Lowry, Neil, 35, impersonate public servant Felony 3.

WILMER ARRESTS: February 9 – 16

Walker, Christopher, 49, viol bond/protective order 2+ times w/intent.McGuire, Amanda, 31, criminal trespass.Barboza, Adrian, 23, DWI. Area police arrest reports are published in the belief that an informed community is best able to preserve and protect life and property.

Don’t forget these 6 things on the day of your college entrance exams

STATEPOINT – While every institution weighs college entrance exam scores a little bit differently, one thing is certain: doing well can only boost your application to the school of your choice. That’s why you don’t want to leave anything to chance on the day of your test.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (February 13, 2025)

We want to thank everyone who participated in Take Your Child to the Library Day last Thursday. We had a wonderful turnout and introduced many new families to the library. Check out our Facebook page for pictures and program updates.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: January 13, 2025

The following local students were named to the Fall Dean’s List at Sam Houston State University: Emma Atchley, Bryten Fields, Madison Massey, Lindsay McManus, Amaya Sims and Katie Watson from Ennis; Emory Martinez from Ferris; Zykia Massey and Jayde Williams from Glenn Heights; Gift Azunna, Natalie...

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: February 3 – 9

Pitre, Scott, 44, continuous violence against the family Felony 3Owens, Angeline, 18, engage organized criminal activity use/exhibit deadly weapon Felony 2Miah, Rayhan, 26, forgery financial instrument >=$2500<$30,000.

HUTCHINS ARRESTS: February 3 – 9

Carmack, Billy, 41, warrant arrest Dallas Sheriff’s Office-DWI 2nd, warrant arrest Dallas Sheriff’s Office -reckless driving.

WILMER ARRESTS: January 27 – February 9

King, Jeremy, 28, warrant arrest local.McGuire, Amanda, 31, criminal trespassWhaley, Xavier, 32, assault family/household member w/prev conviction, assault family/household member w/prev conviction.Diaz-Contreras, Everardo, 42, warrant arrest other agency.Lee, Anthony, 57, DWI 2nd.

Why Americans are rallying for afterschool programs this Spring

STATEPOINT – Afterschool programs help children and youth thrive in school and in life. They provide homework help, opportunities to get active, and access to healthy snacks and meals.