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The Origins of Baby New Year

The Origins of Baby New Year

The Origins of Baby New Year

News Staff
Thu, 01/04/2024 - 05:00
Excitement for a new year abounds on January 1. Baby New Year is one of the more recognizable symbols of the New Year’s holiday, particularly in print advertisements and television commercials. Perhaps you’ve wondered what role Baby New Year plays in the celebration?
Representative Keith Bell Calls For and Presses Agency Over Proposed Forney Development

Representative Keith Bell Calls For and Presses Agency Over Proposed Forney Development

Representative Keith Bell Calls For and Presses Agency Over Proposed Forney Development

News Staff
Thu, 12/28/2023 - 05:00
On Thursday, December 14, in Forney, TX, a public meeting was held concerning the proposal for the creation of Municipal Utility District (MUD) south of Forney. The meeting was requested by State Representative Keith Bell in a letter to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Local Families Served at Christmas Store

Local Families Served at Christmas Store

Local Families Served at Christmas Store

News Staff
Thu, 12/28/2023 - 05:00
Nearly a dozen local families will have a merrier Christmas after attending a Christmas Store given for them on December 16 by a Forney nonprofit and two area churches. The Door Life and Pregnancy Center of Forney organized the event for its clients and their children.
93 Years Young

93 Years Young

93 Years Young

News Staff
Thu, 12/28/2023 - 05:00
On December 23, 1930, a sparkling brown-eyed little girl was born in Fort Worth, Texas. She was named Martha Jennine Rogers and was the darling niece of her mother’s 10 siblings. As life would sometimes go, her parents divorced when she was 9 years old.
How to Sustainably Dispose of a Real Christmas Tree

How to Sustainably Dispose of a Real Christmas Tree

How to Sustainably Dispose of a Real Christmas Tree

News Staff
Thu, 12/28/2023 - 05:00
For many people, nothing can compare to the smell, look and ambience of a real Christmas tree. And when the holidays are over, there are several ecofriendly ways to dispose of or recycle that ornamental piece of holiday tradition.
STAR Transit Announces Employee and Driver of the Year

STAR Transit Announces Employee and Driver of the Year

STAR Transit Announces Employee and Driver of the Year

News Staff
Thu, 12/28/2023 - 05:00
Eight people were honored during STAR Transit’s Quarterly Driver Safety Meeting and Employee Appreciation Week. Teresa Elliott was named 2023 Employee of the Year and Donna Harwood received the 2023 Driver of Year award. Nominees for Driver of the Year included Harwood and Yolanda Hamilton.
Landen Vasquez Achieves Rank of Eagle Scout in Troop 1857

Landen Vasquez Achieves Rank of Eagle Scout in Troop 1857

Landen Vasquez Achieves Rank of Eagle Scout in Troop 1857

News Staff
Thu, 12/28/2023 - 05:00
Landen Vasquez of Forney, Tx recently earned his rank of Eagle Scout. He is a senior at Forney High School and has been active in the band all four years. He is a member of troop 1857.