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Dallas’ Dirtiest Job Turns into Southwest’s Largest Floral Festival

News Staff
Thu, 12/12/2019 - 05:00
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s horticultural staff, with the help of up to 30 additional seasonal gardeners, are laying out and planting more than 500,000 springblooming bulbs throughout the 66-acre garden.
Finding Exotic Animals in Forney

Finding Exotic Animals in Forney

Finding Exotic Animals in Forney

News Staff
Thu, 12/12/2019 - 05:00
There are many hidden spots in Forney. Recently, I found a place where a beautiful blue and green feathered peacock greeted me at the gate. A place where animals inspire and fun awaits, The Gentle Zoo quickly left a warm impression.
Shop small businesses to improve the holiday experience

Shop small businesses to improve the holiday experience

Shop small businesses to improve the holiday experience

News Staff
Thu, 12/05/2019 - 05:00
It’s the time of year when newspapers thicken with sales circulars and holiday advertisements. Consumers looking to beat the hustle and bustle and steer clear of the crowds this year may want to pay attention to local businesses in lieu of trekking to nearby shopping malls.
Connect with faith this season

Connect with faith this season

Connect with faith this season

News Staff
Thu, 12/05/2019 - 05:00
Reading scripture can be an integral part of participating in one’s religion and bringing a faithful community together. Scripture is an essential component of weekly faith services, but the Bible can be embraced any day of the week.

STEWARDESS turned SCHOOLTEACHER

News Staff
Wed, 11/27/2019 - 05:00
Conclusion **Last week’s article closed with the following: For a “couple” years during the summers and on Saturdays, Mom commuted to East Texas State University in Commerce, Texas, where she obtained her Masters in Education Degree in 1972.
Forney Bass Club Donates to the Forney Food Pantry

Forney Bass Club Donates to the Forney Food Pantry

Forney Bass Club Donates to the Forney Food Pantry

News Staff
Thu, 11/21/2019 - 00:00
The members of the Forney Bass Club, a local bass tournament organization, are planning to donate $825 to the holiday needs of the Forney Food Pantry.
Mayor Mary Penn Presents Check to Forney Food Pantry

Mayor Mary Penn Presents Check to Forney Food Pantry

Mayor Mary Penn Presents Check to Forney Food Pantry

News Staff
Thu, 11/21/2019 - 00:00
During the November 5 City Council Meeting, Mayor Mary Penn presented a check to the Forney Food Pantry for $842.34. The money was raised by Mayor Penn through a local charity softball tournament in late October.
City Council Celebrates Municipal Court Week

City Council Celebrates Municipal Court Week

City Council Celebrates Municipal Court Week

News Staff
Thu, 11/14/2019 - 05:00
During the November 5 City Council Meeting, Mayor Mary Penn presented a proclamation to the Municipal Courts staff for Municipal Court Week, which is recognized from November 4 through 8.