ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: February 12 – 19

Parker, Jeffery, 34, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g.Posada, Javier, 68, DWI 3rd Felony 3.Bryant, Steven, 61, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g.

Are these common myths preventing you from securing your family’s future?

STATEPOINT – With the cost of most goods and services on the rise, straining many household budgets, families are likely looking for ways to cut expenses.But it’s important to make wise decisions before cutting, as some expenses are worth more than they cost and can provide a lifetime of benefits.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (February 15, 2024)

We have a fantastic book display to begin your reading journey for Black History Month.Several books are available to enrich your child’s knowledge of black history or enjoy exploring the diverse and powerful voices of Black authors.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: February 5 – 11

Rogers, Dominique, 28, public intoxication.Black, Shana, 44, viol bond/protective order 2+ Felony 3.Reyes, Manuel, 32, poss CS pg 2 <1g, unl carrying weapon.

RED OAK ARRESTS: February 5 – 12

Hill, Jerry, 47, fail to ID fugitive intent give false info, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g.Brown, Horace, 55, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g.Cornett, Kasey, 31, DWI 2nd, assault peace officer/judge.Rogers, Jeremy, 53, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g.Simpson, Deanna, 47, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g.

FERRIS ISD LEE LONGINO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CONGRATULATES ITS JANUARY ARTISTS OF THE MONTH

The winners are (l-r): 1st Grade – Alina Bolden, 2nd Grade – Elias Garcia, 3rd Grade – Connor Null, and 4th Grade –Addyson Turner.5th Grader Natalie Ramirez Rivera is not pictured.

WILMER WARRANT RESOLUTION PROGRAM ENDS MARCH 8

WILMER – The City of Wilmer is offering a warrant resolution program beginning this week through Friday, March 8.You can benefit from this program if you have one or more arrest warrants outstanding that are unpaid for citations.

TEXAS TRUST GIVES $80,000 IN GRANTS TO NORTH TEXAS SCHOOL EDUCATORS

Midlothian High School was one of several schools receiving a Texas Trust Credit Union grant, through its Texas Trust Gives Foundation.The “grant patrol” of the foundation surprised educators and delivered funds to various school districts in North Texas.

13 ROISD athletes commit to colleges

RED OAK – Red Oak High School and the Athletics Department hosted college-bound student-athletes, their families, coaches, and college representatives on Feb. 7.13 student-athletes signed their intent to various colleges.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: February 8, 2024

Local students who received degrees during the 2023 Fall semester at Sam Houston State University include Nathanial Alcantar from Ennis, Caroline Kelly from Ferris, Morgan Roper from Midlothian, William Starnes from Ovilla, and Rachel Hicks and Jylon Menefee from Waxahachie.