ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: February 16 – 25

Ramirez, Gaspar, 30, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle Felony 3.Santos, Joseph, 27, harassment.Chandler, Michael, 45, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3.Antkiewicz, John, 27, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle Felony 3, tamper/fabricate phys evidence w/intent Felony 3.Knight, Grant, 36, DWI...

WILMER ARRESTS: February 18 – 25

Jackson, Romerros, 44, evading arrest/detention w/prev conviction.Sanabria-Lopez, Roxanna, 26, assault public servant.Arevalo, Erica, 38, public intoxicationLee, Kenneth, 51, evading arrest/detention w/prev conviction, fail to ID fugitive from justice, warrant arrest.Young, Jordan, 19, warrant...

Faculty, staff reflect on love for TSTC

RED OAK – “TSTC feels like home,” Marcus Balch, provost for Texas State Technical College’s North Texas campus, said.

Ferris’ Mural Design Contest encourages artists to submit renditions of the city’s rich history

FERRIS – Local, national, and international artists or artist teams are encouraged to submit their unique perceptions of Ferris’ rich history by submitting ideas for the city’s mural design contest.With a vibrant history dating back to the early 1870s, city leaders are excited to highlight the...

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (February 22, 2024)

On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Ellis County Elections Department will be holding the Joint Republican and Democratic Primary Elections here at the library from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m. Feel free to call the library at (972) 544-2110 or come by to get a copy of local early voting centers for Ellis County.You...

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: February 22, 2024

The following local students were named to the Dean’s List at Sam Houston State University for the Fall 2023 semester: Emma Atchley and Katie Watson from Ennis; Jayde Williams from Glenn Heights; Karli Calvert, Crista Haver, Madeline Reynolds, Morgan Roper, Kynnady Sparks and Zoey Stephenson from...

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.Altman, Hamilton, 37, assault family/house member impede breath Felony 3, unauth use of vehicle, assault causes bodily injury, viol bond/protective order, viol bond/protective...

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...

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.Mark your calendars for our Black History Month celebration on...

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.Senegal, Charlton, 43, assault causes bodily injury, resist arrest search or transport, obstruction or retaliation Felony 3, viol...