Lifestyle

Former Forney Resident Achieves Gold Cups

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Thu, 06/21/2018 - 05:00
Lindsay Cates, who will be a 10th grader this Fall, has earned enough points to attain 3 separate Gold Cups this year from the National Federation of Music Clubs.

Forney High School Student Receives First Division at TSSEC

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Thu, 06/21/2018 - 05:00
Kristina Crawford, who will be a junior at Forney High School this Fall, received a First Division rating on her vocal art song at the Texas State Solo and Ensemble Competition held at the University of Texas in Austin on Memorial Day weekend.

Celebrate Fathers Day Weekend at the Dallas Arboretum

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Thu, 06/14/2018 - 06:28
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden invites dads to celebrate this Father’s Day weekend with barbecue and beer on June 16-17. Guests can enjoy beer samples, a cooking demonstration on how to prepare craft sausages, live music and Elliot’s Hardware will be showcasing grills at A Tasteful Place.

Forney Sixth Grader Earns Spot in State Honor Choir

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Thu, 06/07/2018 - 06:25
Margaret (Maggie) Ruth Holler, who will be a Forney 6th grader at Johnson Elementary, was recently selected to participate in the Texas Choral Director’s Association Honor Choir which will perform in July at the annual state convention attended by music educators and church choir directors from all...

Forney ISD Honors Superintendent McWilliams with a Retirement Reception

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Thu, 06/07/2018 - 06:20
FORNEY, Texas - For eight years Suzanne Mc- Williams has dedicated her time, energy, passion, dedication and devotion to the students and staff of the Forney Independent School District. Last Wednesday, May 30, the District and the Forney ISD Board of Trustees recognized and honored Mrs.

Lewis Elementary School Student Receives DAR Citizenship Award

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Thu, 05/31/2018 - 00:00
On Wednesday, May 23rd, Nancy Holland of the King’s Fort Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, presented sixth grader, Gabby Palmer, with the Youth Citizenship Award. Gabby received a medal and certificate.   To read more please log in or subscribe to the digital edition. http://www.

Rhea Elementary School Student Receives DAR Citizenship Award

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Thu, 05/31/2018 - 00:00
On Tuesday, May 22, Elisa Zelnick and Cynthia Goode of the King’s Fort Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, presented sixth grader, Caley Cottongame, with the Youth Citizenship Award. Caley received a medal and certificate.

Brooklyn Lodge 386 Presents 50 Year Pins and Special Awards

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Thu, 05/24/2018 - 05:00
Saturday night, 13 May 2018, 6:30 p.m., at Brooklyn Lodge #386, A.F &A.M. a special event occurred. The awarding of the five fifty year members, two widows, and a special award to a deserving lodge member. A meal was served at 6:30 p.m., followed by the special awards ceremonies.

City Council Recognizes Forney Fairy Prom Mothers

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Thu, 05/24/2018 - 05:00
Prom has always been considered something of a rite of passage in high school, for many girls and guys it is a meaningful night they will always remember. During the May 15 City Council Meeting, Mayor Rick Wilson and Council recognized the “Forney Fairy Prom Mothers”.