David Tibbals Wins Multiple Awards at the State Fair of Texas

This week we congratulate David Tibbals as the second of 4 photographers from Forney winning awards at the State Fair of Texas Creative Arts Photography Competition. David moved to Forney in 2017 making him newest resident to win the award. David is an avid photographer.

An Early Season of Gratitude

The yearly calendar tells us (or at the very least gives us clues) as to what we should dwell on - a.k.a. think about at any given time.

Crandall High Senior Thomas McLaughlin Honored with the Love of the Game Award

Dave Campbell’s Texas Football, the ultimate authority on Texas high school and college football, has joined forces with BODYARMOR this fall to shine a spotlight on the passion and dedication of student-athletes across the Lone Star State.

Gov. Greg Abbott says Special Lawmaking Session will Begin on Oct. 9, Likely on School Vouchers

The session comes as a rift between the Texas House and the Senate grew following Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial, raising questions about the chambers’ ability to compromise on education issues.

Secretary Nelson Reminds Voters About Important Dates for the November 7 Constitutional Amendment Election

Sets December 9 as Uniform Runoff Date Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson reminded Texans to prepare for the upcoming constitutional amendment election on November 7.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month

Far too often in our country, young children take their lives because of bullying.

Lighting the Way for Teaching and Learning

Galileo Galilei did not invent the telescope, but he was the first to use it systematically to observe celestial objects, especially the moon. And since the September 29th Super Moon is a week old, this moon has begun to wane.

The Hill

My wife chose this movie and said she knew I would like it because it is about baseball, is based upon real details, and is not “R” rated. She knows me well!

FORNEY HIGHSTEPPERS

Staff Writer The FORNEY HIGHSTEPPERS originated in Forney in 1973 at the urging of Judi McKissick and under the direction of Marlene Baker Williams, who also taught English at Forney High School.

College Board National Recognition Program Award Goes to Three Crandall High School Students

Students at Crandall High School earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs celebrate students’ hard work in high school and showcase their strong academic performance.