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Helping you get the most out of your prescription drug benefits

STATEPOINT – The health care system can feel uncoordinated and costly. One in 10 U.S. adults ration medication because they can’t afford their prescriptions, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (May 16, 2024)

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.This is an annual celebration that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States.In June of 1977, U.S.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: May 16, 2024

Maria Toker of Waxahachie was named among the students who qualified for Belmont University’s spring 2024 Dean’s List.BryAnn McDaniel of Midlothian graduated from Schreiner University in Kerrville with a BA in Multi-Disciplinary Studies.

RED OAK ARRESTS: April 22 – May 6

Hassell, Chance, 28, Pardon and Parole Board Austin-public intoxication.Garcia, Daniel, 47, burglary of building parole violation.Wise, Amari, 21, agg assault against public servant, agg assault date/family/house member w/weapon serious bodily injury, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle.

WILMER ARRESTS: April 21 – May 12

Taylor, Dennis, 30, poss marij <2oz, unl carrying weapon.Arizu, Jose, 31, DWI/open container.Montiel-Guevara, Rutilio, 33, DWI, DWI.Labad, Phillip, 64, agg assault date/family/house w/weapon serious bodily injury.
Student construction team members Hunter Allen, Paul Armendariz, Mark Birmingham, Finel Brown, Dwayne Green, Evan Hernandez, Kyle Williams, Bennie Wilson and Aceson Womack with ROISD Board members Donna Knight, Johnny Knight, and Melanie Petersen.

Student construction team members Hunter Allen, Paul Armendariz, Mark Birmingham, Finel Brown, Dwayne Green, Evan Hernandez, Kyle Williams, Bennie Wilson and Aceson Womack with ROISD Board members Donna Knight, Johnny Knight, and Melanie Petersen.

ROISD’s CTE dedicates gazebo built by students

RED OAK – Red Oak High School Construction Tech students and teacher Doug Wuerch have been busy this spring building and installing a gazebo on the back porch of the ESC. A dedication was held for the structure on May 3.
Photo by MIchael Seiber / The Ellis County Press

Photo by MIchael Seiber / The Ellis County Press

FERRIS WELCOMES MICON TAX SERVICES

The Ferris Chamber of Commerce and Ferris businesses welcomed MICON Tax Services, 101 S. Main Street to town, on Friday May 3.Owners Mike and Constance Longo commented, “We are excited to be a part of Ferris and are looking forward to working with everyone.
Photo courtesy of Unsplash

Photo courtesy of Unsplash

Thoughtful gift ideas for Mother’s Day

FAMILY FEATURES – To show your mom just how much she means to you, choose a Mother’s Day gift that reflects her interests and passions.As you’re looking for the perfect gift, consider these thoughtful ideas that will touch her heart.

DPS announces Featured Fugitive for May, 2024

AUSTIN – Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Marcos Christopher Alonzo is this month’s Featured Fugitive.The reward for information leading to his arrest is increased to $4,000 during May 2024 if the tip is received this month.