WILMER ARRESTS (April 5 – 12)

Padilla, Ricardo, 32, criminal trespass. Perez, Landy, 43, apprehension by police officer w/o warrant. Mosley, Jonathan, 34, warrant arrest local. Salas, Eduardo, 31, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g. Belmontes-Garcia, Miguel, 31, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g. Pinkard-Williams, Darius, 34, poss marij <2oz.

Strategic ways to reduce your taxable income

STATEPOINT – Have you ever lamented how much of your earnings go to taxes? One way to ensure that more of your money benefits you and your future is by making strategic contributions to tax-advantaged savings accounts.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (April 9, 2026)

  We have a fun and busy couple of weeks ahead at the library, so be sure to mark your calendars and join us! We’ll kick things off with Game Time on April 16 from 4 to 5 p.m. with an hour of relaxed, hands-on fun where kids can unwind, play, and enjoy some friendly competition.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (March 31 – April 5)

Brisbon, Jordyn, 23, continuous violence against family Felony 3. Torrez, Irene, 38, hinder apprehension or prosecution known felon Felony 3, traffic offense, traffic offense. Taylor, Jefferson, 42, DWI 3rd or more Felony 3, parole violation.

WILMER ARRESTS (March 29 – April 5)

Padilla, Ricardo, 32, criminal trespass. Garner, Dwight, 73, DWLI w/prev conviction/suspension w/o financial restitution. Robinson, Terrance, 43, continuous violence against family. Johnson, Darryl, 60, DWI.

A parent’s guide to paying for college with confidence

STATEPOINT – If you’re the parent of a college-bound student, you’ll soon be receiving financial aid award letters. Making sense of these letters and planning your next steps can help you navigate the years ahead.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (April 2, 2026)

  Easter is a springtime celebration held around the world. For many, it holds deep religious significance, while others enjoy it as a time for family gatherings and cherished traditions like decorating eggs and egg hunts. Adding to the charm of the holiday are a number of interesting facts.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (March 24 – 30)

Carrington, Auriana, 19, criminal mischief >=$2,500<$30,000. Pinilla, Aaron, 18, agg assault w/deadly weapon Felony 2. Sanders, Trae, 24, poss marij >4oz<=5lbs. Fugett, Michael, 37, DWI. Rios-Garcia, Luis, 34, DWI 2nd, DWI 2nd, immigration hold. Williams, Billy, 50, misdemeanor warrant.

RED OAK ARRESTS (March 23 – 30)

Sampson, Johnnie, 51, assault physical contact family violence. Chaney, Lee, 52, probation violation-poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g (warrant arrest). White, Ruben, 36, indecent exposure (warrant arrest).

WAXAHACHIE ARRESTS (March 15 – 28)

Perry, Jeremy, 35, poss CS pg 2 <1g. Gann, Alex, 35, false drug test falsification device. Murphy, Braylon, 19, evading arrest/detention, resist arrest search or transportation, poss CS pg 2 <1g, unl carrying weapon. Gutierrez, Alixandria, 36, warrant arrest.