Survey reveals what’s top of mind for Holiday shoppers

STATEPOINT – As the holiday season approaches, many consumers are planning to kick off their shopping earlier this year, aiming to lock in low prices, take advantage of promotions, and ensure all their gifts arrive on time.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (November 21, 2024)

National Game and Puzzle Week is a celebration of games and puzzles spanning Thanksgiving week. It’s the perfect time to bring out board games and jigsaw puzzles and try something new.This week is a time to encourage families to spend more time together during the holidays.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: November 12 – 18

Rodriguez, Sheila, 41, assault-threat.Larue, William, 64, poss CS pg 1/1-b>=1g<4g.Johnson, Richard, 54, burglary of habitation Felony 2.Moore, Thurman, 64, poss CS pg 1/1-b<1g.Bledsaw, Paul, 25, assault causes bodily injury family member.Ramos, Juan, 46, theft prop >=$100<$750.Redford, Shane, 45,...

RED OAK ARRESTS: October 28 – November 11

Gilliland, Isaiah, 35, viol bond/protective order (warrant arrest).Bailey, James, 35, expired registration (warrant arrest), no driver’s license (warrant arrest), failure to appear (warrant arrest), no liability insurance (warrant arrest), no liability insurance (warrant arrest), no driver's...

WILMER ARRESTS: November10 – 17

Arreola, Luis, 31, apprehension by police officer without warrant.

Easy renter-friendly tips to weatherize your home

STATEPOINT – Taking the proper steps to weatherproof your rental is a simple way to stay snug this cold-weather season – while also resulting in notable savings on heating and energy bills.In fact, a Duck brand survey found that 80% of people noticed a decrease in their heating bill after using...

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (November 14, 2024)

Mickey Mouse’s birthday is celebrated each year on Nov. 18.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: November 6 – 12

Tisdale, Coleman, 37, injury child/elderly/disabled w/intent bodily injury Felony 3.Woods, Freddy, 45, proh substance/item in correctional facility Felony 3.Henderson, Keiondre, 26, agg robbery Felony 1.Mijango-Zavala, Miguel, 31, misdemeanor warrant, felony warrant.Gouge-Hartman, Cristie, 43,...

WILMER ARRESTS: November 3 – 10

Worloma, Massa, 27, agg assault causes serious bodily injury.Brown, Valencia, 38, DWI.Martinez, Armando, 38, public intoxication.Phillips, Ricky, 61, deadly conduct.Parks, Jamel, 38, warrant arrest other agency.Lockett, Jeremiah, 40, warrant arrest other agency.Witherspoon, Kirsten, 28, warrant...

‘Durable’ smartphones are not indestructible. How to protect your device

STATEPOINT – The latest devices are packed with pricey new features, like advanced AI capabilities, call transcription and displays large enough to be worthy of gaming and binge-watching.And while they’re also getting more durable, they’re not indestructible, according to new research.For the past...