Do You Remember “Wednesday’s Child” on Channel 8?

John Criswell did so many different “jobs” for several news stations during his remarkable career, but the one I remember most is one that made me stop to watch and listen when it would hit the screen— “Wednesday’s Child” segments, which he was the first to “anchor” as he saw the need for adoptions...

Simple Strategies to Protect Kids’ Vision Over the Long Haul

Parents recognize there’s no aspect of kids’ health that can be taken for granted. Common colds can appear overnight, and injuries on the playground can occur in the blink of an eye.

The Nutritional Benefits of Peaches

Pies, cobblers and smoothies might be the first things that come to mind when people think of peaches. Perhaps nutrition needs to muscle its way into that discussion? Peaches are typically viewed as a sweet treat, particularly in summertime.

100 Years Ago This Month: Historical Events from August 1923

The month of August has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in August 1923. •United States President Warren G. Harding dies suddenly in San Francisco on August 2.

Gov. Greg Abbott Signs $18 Billion Tax Cut Package for Texas Property Owners

Gov. Greg Abbott has signed an $18 billion tax cut for Texas property owners, sending the proposals to voters for their approval later this year. The package puts $12.

What is West Nile Virus?

Recent rainfall has led to a mosquito population increase across all regions of Texas. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts advise individuals and pet and animal owners to be mindful of West Nile Virus, WNV, a mosquito-borne virus that is prevalent in the U.S., and its effects.

Life is Tenuous

The more years I accumulate on this earth, the more I realize life is tenuous. It is short. It is fleeting. It is fragile. It it ethereal. It is delicate. It it beyond beautiful. It can be abrupt and unexpected. Unanticipated, not to mention amazing. Unpredictable at its best.

6 Large Donors Fuel Ken Paxton’s Post-Impeachment Campaign Fundraising

The suspended attorney general’s campaign disclosure did not shed light on how he is paying for his impeachment legal defense. Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton attracted six six-figure donors in his first fundraising report since the House impeached him in May.

FHS Band Placed 5th in State Competition

The Forney High School Wind Ensemble, under the leadership of Director of Bands Mr. Cody Newman, placed 5th overall in the state of Texas in class 5A! The Texas Music Education Association Honor Band competition is a state level competition.

Crandall ISD Students Honor Texans Who Died in WWII

Tara Hicks is a schoolteacher who has a deeprooted passion for providing her students with not only a great education, but also life experiences that leave these young men and women with lessons that stretch well beyond graduation.