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Annual Water System Maintenance Planned March 1 – 29

News Staff

Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 1 through March 29, 2022.

9 Statistics About Multiple Sclerosis

News Staff

Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults. MS is an autoimmune disorder in which one’s body attacks the myelin sheath protecting nerve fibers, resulting in inflammation and a number of neurological impairments. Here’s a look at MS by the numbers. 1.

School Board Recognizes Members of Forney ISD Swim and Dive Team

News Staff

Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

Several members of the Forney ISD Swim and Dive Team from Forney High School and North Forney High School recently competed at the University Interscholastic League (UIL) State Swim and Dive Competition.

Entries Sought for the 64th Annual Rodeo Parade

News Staff

Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

Decorated floats, dance groups, community organizations, antique cars, school clubs, and more will be marching through Downtown Mesquite for the annual Rodeo Parade, starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 2, 2022. This year’s theme is Real. Texas. Rodeo. and marks the parade’s 64th anniversary.

Texas Bats to Emerge Soon

Adam Russell

Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

Bats are beginning to become active in some southern parts of the state, and while cold fronts could reduce activity, it is a good time for the public to be aware of the benefits and risks associated with Texas species.

It’s Just the Golden Hour

Dina Moon

Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

Propaganda: dissemination of information – facts, arguments, half-truths, or lies – to influence public opinion. I know politics are important, but that’s not what this is about. Politics, at any level, make my stomach turn.

Is Life An Accident?

News Staff

Thu, 03/10/2022 - 05:00

(Part 2 of 2) “If life were an accident, why would we be here on the Earth?” asks Jenna, age 6. The “why” question is what separates humans from animals and other living things. Animals don’t ask “Why?” They don’t question their destiny or pose existential questions. Dogs don’t long to be cats.

FHS Graduate Dressed for Success in Yellowstone Prequel 1883

Misty Holler

Thu, 03/03/2022 - 05:00

When Laci (Bradshaw) Roberts was a student at Forney High School years ago, she knew she enjoyed the theater arts program, and it was clear that she had an artistic knack for creating various things.

North Forney High School Band Students Selected to The Lonestar Youth Winds Ensemble

News Staff

Thu, 03/03/2022 - 05:00

Two North Forney High School band students recently auditioned and were selected for the The Lonestar Youth Winds (LSYW) ensemble.

Time Marches On

Billie Kasper

Thu, 03/03/2022 - 05:00

February is in the rearview now and March has arrived…that means that the Fourth Annual Casino Night for the Forney Education Foundation is happening soon! This year the event, presented by Gallagher Construction and Huckabee, will happen at the new Kaufman Civic Center on April 2, 2022.