FINANCIAL FOCUS

Many people would agree that preparation is the key to success in many areas of life. Yet, when it comes to being ready for a financial emergency, a sizable percentage of Americans are feeling distinctly unprepared — and that can lead to problems.

Clay Jones Memorial Relays this Saturday, March 18

The Clay Jones Memorial Relays are scheduled for this Saturday, March 18, at City Bank Stadium located on the grounds of Forney High School.

The Basics of Vertical Farming

Farms often inspire awe thanks to their beauty and the serenity of the areas that surround them. Though no farms may inspire such feelings as strongly as those in the heart of the countryside, another type of farm can induce a sense of awe as well.

Summer Camp by the Numbers

Summer camp is a rite of passage for many children. Each year, campers of all ages head off to nearby recreation centers or travel to rural areas to claim their cabins and bunks. Here’s a deep look at some of the statistics surrounding summer camps.

Forney ISD Partners with Evolv to Enhance Safety and Security

Earlier this year, Forney ISD expanded the random safety screening program as a part of the next phase of ongoing enhancements to our safety and security plan.

Susan Cluse to join City of Mesquite as Assistant City Manager

Susan Cluse, current City Manager for the City of Balch Springs, will assume the role of Assistant City Manager with the City of Mesquite effective July 1, 2023. “I am excited to have someone of Ms. Cluse’s experience on our team.

Make This a March to Remember

The beginning of the month of March comes roaring in like a proverbial lion, testing our resolve to withstand that gale force wind.

MISSING

If You Text, Chat, Instagram, or Face Time, This is for You! I do not do the above “modern technology” much, if at all, so at first I was not enthused when I discovered how the movie opened; however, the longer I watched, the more intrigued I became— and I was rather sad when the story ended!

Luis Jaime Ceballos Sentenced to 46 Years in Prison

On February 22, 2023, a Kaufman County jury sentenced Luis Jaime Ceballos of Arlington, Texas to 46 years in prison for the offense of Manufacturing/Delivery of a Controlled Substance PG1 4 grams to 200 grams.

“Serving the Best Agricultural Black Land Section in Texas”

Staff Writer *1889—1939* This is the final installment of excerpts from this major edition of what was to later become The Forney Messenger.