4 tech-friendly ways to ace the school year

STATEPOINT – American families are expected to spend record-high amounts this back-to-school season.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (August 17, 2023)

The Ferris Public Library’s Story Time for pre-school children will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 10:30 a.m.Each Wednesday, children will be treated to a story, fun activities, and have a snack. Before leaving, your child may choose a prize from the Treasure Chest to take home.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE: August 17, 2023

Local Angelo State University student-athletes who made the Lone Star Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll for the 2023 spring semester include: Mekhi Greer of Waxahachie, Kobe Singleton of Red Oak, and Mariah Griffin and Samantha Rodgers of Midlothian.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: August 7 – 13

Sutton, Logan, 21, viol bond/protective order-assault Felony 3, continuous violence against family Felony 3, assault family/house member impede breath Felony 3, viol bond/protective order-assault Felony 3.Lopez, Enrique, 43, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3.

WILMER ARRESTS: August 7 – 13

Wilson, Phillip, 28, warrant arrest.Garcia-Zalazar, Hector, 52, reckless bodily injury child/elderly/disabled, assault causes bodily injury family member.

How to help keep your child safe and healthy this school year

STATEPOINT – As students return to classrooms, doctors say that it’s important to ensure that children are up-to-date with routine childhood vaccinations.

FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (August 10, 2023)

Do you have a young child just starting Pre-K or Kindergarten? If so, you’re likely doing some preparation for the upcoming school year by talking to your child about what to expect. Picture books help normalize the experience of starting school.

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS: July 31 – August 6

Trantham, Billy, 36, agg assault w/deadly weapon Felony 2, assault causes bodily injury.   Hoover, Joshua, 44, poss CS pg 1/1-b <1g, poss CS pg 1/1-b >=1g<4g Felony 3.

RED OAK ARRESTS: July 24 – August 7

Jones, Camren, 18, fleeing police officer, obstruction or retaliation.Lopez, Bradley, 40, assault family/house member impede breath/circulation.Johnson, Kadesia, 27, public intoxication.Washington, Kashyrean, 26, DWI, unl carrying weapon.

WILMER ARRESTS: July 31 – August 6

Hernadez, Juan, 48, DWI  2nd.