Why you shouldn’t brush off the dentist this year

STATEPOINT – When scheduling annual physicals, screenings, vaccinations and other preventive care, don’t forget about another critical part of overall health that gets neglected all too often: dental care.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (January 4, 2024)

The Ferris Public Library will be closed to the public from Jan. 2 – 4, for our annual inventory. We will reopen Monday, Jan. 8 at 9 a.m.We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but it is extremely important that we have an accurate counting of our collection.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: January 4, 2024

McKenna Littleton of Midlothian was named to the Dean’s List at Lehigh University in the Fall 2023 semester.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: December 22 – January 1

Miguez, Tanner, 25, DWI. McMullen, Cody, 28, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g, unl carrying weapon, loose livestock. Rocriguez, Hugo, 34, deadly conduct Felony 3, criminal mischief >=$100<$750.Guillen, Alexander, 17, injury child/elderly/disabled w/intent Felony 3.Michael, Christopher, 24, speeding, NPFR.

HELPING OTHERS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON: Be ready to save a life

FAMILY FEATURES – Every year, 350,000 people die from cardiac arrest in the United States. However, hands-on emergency intervention like cardiopulmonary resuscitation – or CPR – from a bystander can make the difference between life and death in sudden cardiac arrest emergencies.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 28, 2023)

The Ferris Public Library will be closed to the public from Jan. 2 – 4, for our annual inventory. We will reopen Monday, Jan. 8 at 9 a.m.We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but it is extremely important that we have an accurate counting of our collection.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: December 18 – 21

Crawford, Jalzeria, 29, DWI. Wright, Deandre, 22, evading arrest/detention, agg assault w/deadly weapon Felony 2, assault family/house member impede breath Felony 3. Dow, Bobby, 31, DWLI w/prev conviction.Stein, Melissa, 33, DWLI w/prev conviction.

RED OAK ARRESTS: December 11 – 25

Adams, Alexis, 25, DWI.Butler, Khaya, 19, poss marij <2oz.Anderson, Brianna, 18, abandon/endanger child imminent danger bodily injury, no driver’s license, failure to appear.Popoca, Silvino, 36, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=4g<200g.Harris, Junious, 35, sale of opium or derivative.

How you can donate plasma and save a life

STATEPOINT – Millions of people around the world rely on plasma to treat a range of conditions, including rare inherited diseases, severe burns and trauma, liver disorders, and for cancer supportive care.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 21, 2023)

Our holiday craft event for adults surpassed expectations! It provided an opportunity for our adult community to come together and enjoy the holiday season in a fun and creative way.The turnout for our Grinch day was fantastic!