Forney 2022 Bond Open House and Discussion

On Tuesday September 13th, the City of Forney will be hosting an open house to discuss the following propositions in the upcoming Bond Election: Proposition A ($45.

Governor Abbott Appoints FHS Graduate to Serve as Stephen F. Austin University Student Regent

Ask Paige Vadnais, the new student regent for Stephen F. Austin State University’s Board of Regents, to list the things in life most important to her, and she will quickly respond, “My family and my dogs, whom I also consider family.” They factored greatly in her decision to attend SFA.

Mesquite Mayor Daniel Alemán, Jr. Expresses Sympathy and Gratitude After Historic Rain Event

Mayor Daniel Alemán, Jr., expressed his sympathy today for the loss of life and thanked City staff for their response in this statement today. “Yesterday, our city experienced a historic rain event that impacted many people.

Baylor University Celebrates Spring 2022 Graduates

May commencement ceremonies return to the Ferrell Center for the first time in two years.

News from area colleges. . .

More than 4,800 Baylor University students have been named to the Dean’s Academic Honor List for the Spring 2022 semester. The Dean’s Academic Honor List recognizes Baylor undergraduates for their outstanding academic work during each semester.

Off to a Great Start!

With the school year comfortably underway, the Forney Education Foundation has “started” school as well. Not that FEF took the summer off for vacation. Instead we were busy helping the students in Forney ISD.

My Generation

They called us the TV generation. Because that was pretty much all we had. No smartphones. No computers. No internets. We had a family TV. That was all. Some families had two TVs, but these were rich families. A few kids had TVs in their actual bedrooms, but these were kids known as “brats.

Finding Purpose in the Moment

As we traverse through life, I think most of us ponder and wonder about our purpose - the reason for our experience on the planet at this particular time. What is the meaning of life? What is the meaning of me? (Gulp.) I’ve pondered this question quite a bit, feeling a little inept in my answers.

Conditions Heating Up for Dove Season

Texans are used to scorching summers, but this year’s record highs across much of the state have left many dove hunters wondering about the upcoming season opener.

Anonymous Alerts Available for Students, Parents, and Community

The Anonymous Alerts anti-bullying and safety app reporting system helps combat bullying and other negative activity in schools by empowering students to speak up.