Texas Wine Grape Growers Expect Quality Vintage for 2023

Expectations are for the 2023 Texas wine grape season to produce a quality vintage despite some challenges here and there, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

Guest Column: “A Call to Texans: Preserving Our Rich History”

Texans, our state is rich with tales of valor, triumph, and resilience. A history that is, in my opinion, the greatest and most fascinating in the Western world. The stories and endeavors of Texans are, without a doubt, some of the most important to our nation’s westward expansion.

The Facts About Insulation and Home Efficiency

Insulation can go a long way toward making a home more comfortable. Insulation reduces the transfer of heat from indoors and outdoors so homes stay more comfortable in both the winter and summer. Insulation also can block exterior noise.

Forney ISD Lowers Tax Rate 6.5 cents; Board Calls for School Funding Referendum that Includes Staff Pay and Hiring of More FISD Police Officers

For the 5th year in a row, Forney ISD has adopted a lower tax rate. The 20232024 tax rate adopted by the board is 6.5 cents lower than the previous year, and has lowered a total of 25 cents over the last 5 years.

City of Forney Hosts Back-to-School Food Drive Benefiting Forney Food Pantry

The City of Forney is excited to announce its Back-to-School Food Drive, aimed at supporting the Forney Food Pantry in providing essential resources to those in need within the community. The food drive will run from August 15th to September 15th, 2023.

Who is My Why?

I was asked this week why I am such a firm believer in Forney ISD. I happily replied that the teachers, our wonderful, professional educators, who teach their hearts out for their students are the first half – and that the students in Forney ISD are the other half of my “why”.

‘60s FOOTBALL is in the Air and News—

Staff Writer Last week’s article concluded with the 1958 Jackrabbit football season and the 1958—1959 Forney I. S. D. school year.

Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame Accepting Nominations Through Nov. 1

The Texas Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame committee is seeking nominations of individuals and organizations who’ve made important contributions to fishing in Texas for next year’s induction into the hall of fame. Applications are being accepted through Nov. 1.

Governor Abbott TxDot Announce Record $142 Billion Transportation Investment

The 10-year plan includes projects aimed at improving safety, mobility, maintenance and more Governor Greg Abbott today announced a record $142 billion in total investment for Texas’ transportation infrastructure.

What Do You Know About Your Vehicle?

I will be the first to admit that I know little “real” information about our vehicles! When one seems to have a “major” problem, I open the hood and look at all the parts crammed into that little space as if I might know what is wrong or how to fix it—then I almost always take it to “Grady.”