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Traylor, Bateman and Idemudia Win in Landslide

Traylor, Bateman and Idemudia Win in Landslide

Traylor, Bateman and Idemudia Win in Landslide

News Staff
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 05:00
In the Forney City and ISD elections held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, twoterm city council member James Traylor handedly defeated challenger Caz Tankersley by a final count of 719 to 208. Newcomer Jay Weatherford managed to unseat incumbent Sandi Primous with a 556 to 395 showing.
Saunders Named New Forney ISD Police Chief

Saunders Named New Forney ISD Police Chief

Saunders Named New Forney ISD Police Chief

News Staff
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 05:00
Forney ISD is proud to announce that Jason Saunders is the next police chief for Forney ISD. “I am honored to be selected as Chief and grow the department on the foundation we built,” Saunders said.
Pediatricians Can Help Teens Quit Vaping and Using Tobacco

Pediatricians Can Help Teens Quit Vaping and Using Tobacco

Pediatricians Can Help Teens Quit Vaping and Using Tobacco

News Staff
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 05:00
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death and disease in the United States and it almost always begins during adolescence. According to leading medical advocates, pediatricians have a role to play in getting kids to quit vaping electronic cigarettes and using other tobacco products.
Mothers Come in All Shapes and Sizes

Mothers Come in All Shapes and Sizes

Mothers Come in All Shapes and Sizes

News Staff
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 05:00
Mother’s Day is traditionally celebrated on the second Sunday in May since it became an official national holiday in 1914. The example our mothers give us on how to be caring, giving adults is truly invaluable. They show us that being present and active in children’s lives creates better humans.
Great Gifts for Moms From All Walks of Life

Great Gifts for Moms From All Walks of Life

Great Gifts for Moms From All Walks of Life

News Staff
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 05:00
Mother’s Day is an opportunity to show moms how much they’re loved and appreciated. Though many moms may insist they don’t want anything beyond spending the day with their children, gifts are a big part of Mother’s Day.
Dog Owners Encouraged to be Aware of Heartworm Risk as Temperatures Rise

Dog Owners Encouraged to be Aware of Heartworm Risk as Temperatures Rise

Dog Owners Encouraged to be Aware of Heartworm Risk as Temperatures Rise

News Staff
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 05:00
Rising mosquito activity heading into the summer months poses an increased risk of transmitting heartworm disease to dogs, which can lead to damage of the heart, lungs and arteries if left untreated.
Let Go of the Anchor

Let Go of the Anchor

Let Go of the Anchor

News Staff
Thu, 05/09/2024 - 05:00
Imagine you are swimming while holding a heavy anchor which is pulling you under water. What would you do? Of course you would let go of the anchor to keep from drowning. Maintaining your grip on the anchor would lead to certain disaster.