Are you a Medicare rookie? Pros can help you find right plan

STATEPOINT – Roughly 4.4 million Americans will reach the age of 65 in 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. While age is just a number in some respects, this particular birthday marks the time when Americans become eligible for the federal Medicare health insurance program.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (October 5, 2023)

On Oct. 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse will cross through our region. It will travel across eight U.S. states from Oregon to Texas. Obscuration over Ferris will be 81.13%. We are inviting friends and families to our upcoming free, educational Solar Eclipse Viewing Party from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: September 21 – October 1

Rike, Sandra, 55, theft prop >=$100<$750, fraud use/poss ident info #items 10<50 elderly Felony 1, injury child/elderly/disabled w/intent Felony 3. Longoria, Brandon, 29, poss marij <2oz.Williams, Darriont, 20, evading arrest/detention.

Think life insurance is not for you? Consider these insights

STATEPOINT – Life insurance can provide protection to loved ones. But experts say that common misconceptions lead many to assume this important aspect of financial planning is not right for them.

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

Join the Ferris Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 5 for our Hispanic Heritage Celebration: Movie & Craft. We will be watching “Encanto” and making our own Maribel inspired glasses & Isabela’s flower ring.“Encanto” is rated PG. Crafts – 3:30 to 4 p.m., movie – 4:15 to 6 p.m.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: September 18 – 24

Young, Paula, 47, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g, driving motor veh w/o driver’s license, FMFR, violaton of motor vehicle inspection, driving motor veh w/o driver’s license, ran stop sign at crosswalk, driving motor veh w/o driver’s license, violaton of motor vehicle inspection, driving motor veh w/o...

WILMER ARRESTS: September 17 – 24

Martinez-Aguilar, Eduardo, 20, fraud use/poss identifying info # of items <5, DWI/open container, unl carrying weapon.Hendrix, Moriyah, 21, warrant arrest other agency.Wyatt, James, 68, DWI 3rd or more.

What every parent or caregiver with kids in childcare needs to know

STATEPOINT – Childcare is essential for families across the United States. Millions of children attend childcare every day, and millions of parents and caregivers rely on it.

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

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated nationwide Sept.15 – Oct. 15 by honoring the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans in history, culture, and achievements.Sept.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: September 11 – 17

Sanford, Fred, 46, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=4g<200g Felony 2.Sinanovic, Lirija, 47, viol bond/protective, viol bond/protective order, criminal mischief >=$750<$2,500, assault causes bodily injury.Haywood, Maurice, 21, theft prop >=$100<$750.