FERRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY: More than Books (December 18, 2025)

 Make the Ferris Public Library part of your December plans!Whether you need holiday reads, a quiet place to study, or want to join in on one of our fun programs, we’re here for you.We have 2 holiday programs scheduled for Dec. 22. From 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

LOCAL STUDENT UPDATE (December 18, 2025)

Local students graduating from the University of Texas at Tyler during the 2025 Fall Semester include: Mauricio Hernandez and Jennifer Zmolik of Ennis; Valeria Guerrero of Ferris; Joshua Hicks and Caeci Page of Midlothian; Pamela Rodriguez of Ovilla; Gavin Miller, Claire Tennery and Hadeel Zourkout...

ELLIS COUNTY ARRESTS (December 9 – 15)

Hughes, Ashton, 37, evading arrest/detention w/vehicle Felony 3, bench warrant.Gainus, Jaresa, 35, burglary of habitation Felony 2.Hawkins, Marquryon, 26, unl poss firearm by felon Felony 3.Monroe, Jeremi, 18, indecency w/child sexual contact Felony 2.

WILMER ARRESTS (December 7 – 14)

Richardson, Robert, 63, assault causes bodily injury family member.Yager, Sheila, 60, continuous violence against the family.Wilson, Jeremiah, 29, poss marij <2oz, warrant arrest local.Bailon, Marceino, 28, DWI, poss marij <2oz.King, Jeremy, 29, unl poss firearm by felon.Reynoso, Nury, 33, DWI.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: Isn’t it time we stopped looking at the differences and started considering the similarities between us as Americans?

 Let’s talk about the upcoming mid-terms – and well – let’s talk about elections in general.Who are you going to vote for in 2026?And, other than the incumbent’s already available history, do you really know what they’ll do in the future or what their opponent might decide to do once in office?

Wilhelm appointed as Ellis County 504th Judicial District Court Judge

 ELLIS COUNTY – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Midlothian’s Greg Wilhelm as the judge for the new 504th Judicial District Court in Ellis County.The effective date of his term began Dec. 1, and is set to expire Dec. 31, 2026, or “until a successor is elected and qualified.

Ferris city manager earns doctorate

 FERRIS – Ferris City Manager Brooks Williams has earned the Doctor of Public Administration degree from Liberty University’s Helms School of Government, completing an applied research project that directly examined how to strengthen the way the municipal government serves residents.

January election set for Ennis Mayoral, Pro-Tem candidates

 ENNIS – The candidates filing for the upcoming Ennis Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem open seats have all officially filed for the Jan. 31, 2026 special election.The Mayoral election will fill the current vacancy for a term expiring May 2027.

Student makes Ennis FFA history

 ENNIS – One Ennis ISD student recently made history when she took part in the Texas FFA State Contest.Macy Dudley became the first Creed Speaker in Ennis FFA history to advance to the Texas FFA State Contest.

FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) part 105

 Corrina gently broke loose from her mom and walked to the car to be alone. Red got up off his knees with a groan and limped over to me. He said in a low voice, “Pup, you better go talk to that girl there.