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Forney ISD Receives Award for Theatre Education

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

Forney ISD is now a Texas Thespians Premiere Communities for Theatre Education district, one of only nine in the state.

Annual Water System Maintenance Planned March 6 – April 3

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 6 through April 3, 2023.

Be the Sprinkles on the Cake

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

I hope that most of you know that I own Flower Basket. And today, you will all learn that my “significant” birthday is in February, less than a week from Valentine’s Day.

Representative Keith Bell’s Capitol Update

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

Great meeting with Dr. Curran, Michael Glas, Steven Schiff, and Glen Robinson with East Texas Community Clinic and Carevide discussing their work on providing healthcare services in HD 4. Enjoyed a visit with Students and Administrators Dr. Jerry King, Ms. Cortney Curran, and Mr.

Encouraging Physical Activity to Upgrade Quality of Life in Aging Adults

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

As we age, strength training and aerobic exercise become increasingly important.

Gov. Greg Abbott Tells State Agencies to Stop Considering Diversity in Hiring

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

Gov. Greg Abbott’s office is warning state agency and public university leaders this week that the use of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives — policies that support groups who have been historically underrepresented or discriminated against — is illegal in hiring.

Don’t Let Fear Drive Investment Decisions

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

In the past year, we’ve seen some big swings in the financial markets. This volatility may make you feel as if you have little control over your investment success. But the truth is, you do have more control than you might think — as long as you don’t let fear guide your decisions.

WILD HOG PRICES RIVAL THAT OF DOMESTIC HOGS

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

I have always enjoyed eating pork; fried, cooked in roasts with veggies, barbecued, sausage, cured bacon and ham, it really doesn’t matter. I love pork, wild or otherwise! I honestly prefer quality pork cooked right over any other meat.

The Queen of Ballard Road

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

At some point, back in the early 60s, my father blew into Seagoville, TX, with his two near adult sons. Perhaps he was still married to his first wife. He isn’t around to ask, nor is she, nor is wife number two, my mother. Wife 3 died decades ago.

Why Did Jesus Say That Seeing Him Is Seeing The Father?

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Thu, 02/16/2023 - 05:00

The Bible says no man can see God and live (Exodus 33:20). Yet, Jesus said anyone who has seen him has seen God the Father (John 14:9). What gives? “When Philip asked to see God the Father, Jesus responded that he had been looking at the Father the whole time,” says Anais, 11.