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Forney High School Highsteppers Elite Dance Team Wins Awards at National Dance Alliance Competition

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Thu, 03/17/2022 - 05:00

The Forney High School Highstepper Elite Team recently competed at the National Dance Alliance (NDA) Nationals in Orlando, Florida and won several trophies. This was the first time that the Forney High School Elite Team competed at NDA Nationals.

Various EMERGENCIES? Who Will Be There To Help? The KCESD #6 Will Be There To Help!

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Thu, 03/17/2022 - 05:00

The “KAUFMAN COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT #6” will be there to help, but you may be wondering the following: “Just what is this organization or group; what types of help can be provided; who are the providers?

Kaufman County East Young Marines Participate in BONEFROG CHALLENGE

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Thu, 03/17/2022 - 05:00

Kaufman County East Young Marines accepted the invitation to volunteer for the BONEFROG Navy Seal Obstacle Course Challenge held on March 05, 2022, at COUSINS Paintball of Forney, TX. This amazing 3+ plus mile run with over 20 obstacles was a first for the 6 participating Young Marines.

Gardening Chores for March

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Thu, 03/17/2022 - 05:00

One of the busiest gardening months of the year is here. March weather can be very fickle – it could still freeze since average last freeze in Kaufman County is around March 30, and yet it still could be very balmy and pleasant most of the month.

North Texas Municipal Water District Annual Report Shares Successes and Challenges Overcome during Fiscal Year 2021

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Thu, 03/17/2022 - 05:00

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) released its Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 sharing numerous accomplishments as it continues to deliver vital water, wastewater and solid waste services in the North Texas region.

Texas Game Wardens Now Accepting Applications for Paid Summer Internships

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Thu, 03/17/2022 - 05:00

Texas Game Wardens are currently accepting applications for summer internships across the state. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department encourages college students of all backgrounds and fields of study to apply for these 12 available openings.

North Texas Municipal Water District and John Bunker Sands Wetland Center Celebrate New Education Facilities

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Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center (Center), along with the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) and The Rosewood Corporation, invites the public to celebrate the completion of expanded education facilities at a grand reopening event scheduled for Saturday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Crandall High School Fine Arts Students Claim 70 First Division Medals at Region 3 UIL Contest

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Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

Members of the Crandall High School band competed at the Region 3 UIL Solo and Ensemble competition this past Saturday, Feb. 26. Almost 120 students claimed individual awards at the event, hosted by Garland ISD.

NIGHT TIME IS THE RIGHT TIME

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Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

I love hunting wild hogs as I’m sure most readers of my column have learned through the past several decades. I even wrote a book on the subject a few years ago.

Financial Advisors Can Help Reduce Anxiety

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Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

The long-running coronavirus pandemic has fueled a lot of anxieties – including financial ones. But some people have had far fewer worries than others.