5 Ways to Slay Valentine’s Day This Year

Valentine’s Day is no longer just for the happy couples. Whether you’re married, dating or content being single, there are ways for everyone to celebrate love of all kinds, including romance in 2022, regardless of relationship status. 1. Custom Cards.

Sometimes, Quiet Listening has the Power to Save a Life

For most of us, teaching seventh-grade English would be akin to an eternal assignment teaching flying monkeys to sit still. Just thinking about it, we might feel Dorothy’s terror at being carried away. But not for Miss Smith.

Tips for Teaching Kids Empathy

One of the most important skills kids can learn is empathy -- the ability to understand how others are feeling. A valuable social skill that’s often the mark of a good leader, empathy aids in communication and helps people build connections with others.

Forney Police Arrest Three Suspects on Attempted Murder Warrants

On Friday, January 7th, 2022, Forney Police conducted surveillance on a residence in the 200 block of Giddings in Forney, TX. Three subjects with warrants for attempted murder out of Louisiana were known to be at the residence.

North Forney High School Dance Student Selected for State Performance By the Texas Dance Educators Association

The Texas Dance Educators Association (TDEA) of Texas recently held a convention in Houston, Texas and announced high school dance students that were selected to the TDEA All-State performance. One of the dancers selected was North Forney High School dance student Alexis Thompson.

Time to Reap the Harvest From Hunts

Deer seasons in Texas (with a few exceptions) are coming to a close. Of course, deer hunting will continue on TPWD managed ranches where the state sets harvest limits.

Watch Out For Tax Scammers

Sadly, identity theft happens throughout the year – but some identity thieves are particularly active during taxfiling season. How can you protect yourself?

Plant Seeds for the Future

The beginning of a new year brings some of the most anticipated mail–the new seed catalogs! The photos accompanying the descriptions of each plant are enough to make any gardener drool and forget their resolution to not be swayed by the pretty pictures.

Dallas Arboretum Presents Dallas Blooms: Birds in Paradise

Spring will come to life at the Dallas Arboretum’s Dallas Blooms: Birds in Paradise from February 19 to April 10, 2022. Named by Southern Living as one of “The Best Places to See Stunning Spring Blooms Across the South,” Dallas Blooms is the largest annual floral festival in the Southwest.

Get to Know the Month of January

January may be best known for resolutions, new beginnings and snowy weather. But there’s plenty of other trivia tidbits that make the first month of the year stand out. 1. January is named for the Roman god Janus. Janus was the protector of gates and doorways.