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Forney ISD Board Lowers Tax Ratefor 5th Year in a Row; Forney ISD Receives ‘A’ Rating for TEA’s Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) for 7th Year

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

For the fifth year in a row, the FISD Board has lowered the tax rate for residents living within the Forney ISD school boundaries. The Board approved the new rate during the September meeting. Since 2020, the Forney ISD tax rate has decreased by a total of 18.5 cents.

Forney Chamber of Commerce Provides Hundreds with Thanksgiving Meals

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

On Saturday, November 19, the Forney Chamber of Commerce provided Thanksgiving meal boxes to 250 families in need through counselor referrals with Forney Independent School District.

Thanksgiving: Have an Attitude of Gratitude

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

Thanksgiving is much more than a big meal with family and friends. It’s a time to reflect on, and be thankful for, all of the good things you have. It’s important to be grateful, not just on Thanksgiving, but each and every day.

The Meaning of November

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

The month of November brings many thoughts and memories to a community that is filled with thoughtful, caring people.

10 Ways To Enjoy A Sober Thanksgiving

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

Thanksgiving brings delicious food and special memories with loved ones and family members. However, it can also bring stress, especially for those recovering from alcohol addiction. That’s because most Thanksgiving celebrations include lots of drinking.

Annual Mesquite Christmas in the Park

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

To kick off the holiday season, Mesquite Parks and Recreation’s annual Christmas in the Park, is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3, and Sunday, Dec. 4, from 2 to 7 p.m. at Westlake Park, 601 Gross Road.

BIG BUCKS AND GREAT FRIENDS

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

After six decades of hunting deer, I’ve come to enjoy spending time in the outdoors with friends at deer camp almost as much as actually harvesting the deer. But don’t get me wrong. Sun glistening off big antlers still gets my pulse racing.

What To Know About Sustainable Investing

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

You may have heard about “sustainable investing.” But if you’re not familiar with it, you may have some questions: What does it involve? Is it right for me? Can I follow a sustainable investing strategy and still get the portfolio performance I need to reach my goals?

Gratitude 2022 - A New Perspective

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

November is typically gratitude month. It’s a time for us to take stock of and count our blessings, being mindful of them and appreciating all that life has bestowed upon us. We all know we should practice gratitude every day of the year, but heck, like the song says: one out of twelve ain’t bad.

Cracker Jacks

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Wed, 11/23/2022 - 05:00

Silver alerts are terrifying. Don’t misunderstand. Amber alerts make me queasy and cause tears to spring forth from my eyes, too. True crime aficionado that I am, I know it’s not easy to get an Amber alert issued.