Opportunities Abound

Opportunities are always there to do right by someone and lift them up. The Board Members of Forney Education Foundation know that it can be easy to seize an opportunity to visit with someone about what FEF does and how much it impacts the students and teachers in Forney ISD.

Commissioners’ Court Approves Sheriff Sub Station

Forney ISD Donates Land Near North Forney High School Through a creative partnership with the Forney Independent School District, Kaufman County will soon begin construction on a new Sheriff Sub Station on the west side of the county in Forney.

“Through the Years” with the Kenny Rogers Band Featuring Don Gatlin to Perform in Terrell on September 8

Don Gatlin joins Kenny Rogers original band for a one-of-a-kind tribute to the country music giant live in concert at the Terrell ISD Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center at 7:30 pm on Thursday, September 8, 2022. This is the first performance in the 2022-2023 E!

Three Rights

The Pine Tree Flag and the “Divine Right of Kings” Among the landmarks of history that led up to the American Revolution and independence, there were some lesser-known events long before the ones we all know about and hold dear.

TPWD Launches Search for New Executive Director

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) opened applications Wednesday for a successor to retiring executive director Carter Smith. Smith will retire effective January 2023, ending a 15-year tenure at the helm of the agency.

Ramsey Named Chief of Juvenile Probation Department

Kaufman County Court At Law Judge Tracy Gray announced this week that Trenis Ramsey, who has served the county for more than 26 years, has been named Chief of the Juvenile Probation Department, replacing long-time Chief Laura Peace upon her retirement.

Autumn at the Arboretum: A Fall Fairy Tale, Presented by Reliant

For the 17th year, Autumn at the Arboretum: A Fall Fairy Tale, presented by Reliant, highlights the nationally acclaimed Pumpkin Village featuring pumpkin houses and creative displays utilizing more than 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

As you know, the stock market has attracted a lot of attention – and for good reason, as we’ve seen considerable volatility almost from the beginning of the year. But if you own bonds, or bond-based mutual funds, you might also have some concerns.

A LIFETIME OF HUNTING

I used to think getting ‘old’ would be a total drag. I’d be sitting around in the rocking chair reflecting upon the good old days, and I guess that day will come.

Mesquite Approves Five Cent Tax Rate Reduction

The City of Mesquite approved the 2022-23 Budget at its August 15 meeting which includes a tax rate of .65814. This tax rate is 5 cents below the current tax rate. “This budget reflects the input from our citizens which includes improved public safety, street repairs and a vibrant economy.