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Forney ISD Holds Dedication Ceremony for Don R. Willett Elementary School

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

Forney ISD opened its doors at the beginning of this school year to Don R. Willett Elementary School, a new campus in the district. Last week, the Honorable Don R.

Terrell Man Sentenced to 80 Years for Sexually Assaulting His Daughter

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

District Attorney Erleigh Norville Wiley announced Tuesday September 20th, a Kaufman County jury has sentenced BRIAN ALLAN KOHLER, 48, to 80 years in the Texas penitentiary.

Forney ISD Utilizes SMARTtag for Bus Riders

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

As a part of the continued effort to improve district safety and security, Forney ISD uses the Secured Mobility Authorized Ridership Technology (SMART) tag system for all students who ride the bus to and from school.

Why Don’t You Adopt-A-Grant?

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

I had the opportunity last week to unofficially adopt a grant from a teacher I know very well to provide headphones for her classes. Of course, being extra like I am, the headphones came in four colors and glowed in the dark.

Natural Ways to Fight Fall Allergies

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

As the days become shorter and the weather cools down, a new crop of allergy symptoms can arise, turning the autumn season into one marked by sneezing, scratchy throats and itchy eyes.

How to Overcome Mental Fatigue

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

Fatigue and exhaustion are often discussed in terms that characterize the physical effects that they have on the body. However, mental fatigue can be just as draining as physical exhaustion, even if its symptoms are not as evident as achy muscles or tired feet.

Questions

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

I receive a lot of emails, but I can’t answer them all. People have suggested I use auto-generated email responses designed to robotically thank people for messaging. But I don’t like this idea. Too impersonal. When I was 7, I wrote the governor.

Texas Pecan Production Below Average, Demand Remains St

Texas Pecan Production Below Average, Demand Remains Strong

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

Texas pecan orchards were expected to produce a mixed bag of results amid good prices and strong demand, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Larry Stein, Ph.D.

Star Transit Introduces Greater Flexibility in Mesquite Through on Demand Service

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

STAR Transit will transition Mesquite’s Route 201 (COMPASS) bus to on-demand service Oct. 1, giving passengers greater flexibility in traveling throughout the area. Additionally, the service area will be expanded to travel to places previously not covered.

Failure to Plan: Is it Planning to Fail?

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Thu, 09/29/2022 - 05:00

Benjamin Franklin once said, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” But as you chart your financial course, what steps should you take to help you keep moving forward to where you want to go? Consider these suggestions: • Establish and quantify your goals.