Give Yourself Some ‘Paychecks’ For Retirement

During your working years, you’ve probably met the costs of living through your salary. But once you retire, where will the money come from? Is there a way to give yourself a “paycheck” for retirement? There is indeed - but you’ll have to do a good job of managing your available income sources.

My Why is Because of Her

We are asked many times about our personal “Why” we so passionately believe in the Forney Education Foundation. And all of the Board members have different whys but they do tend to be the same reason: the children/students in Forney ISD.

Did You Know? Christmas Lights

Lights on a Christmas tree may seem like a relatively recent phenomenon, but people who can’t wait to deck the halls each December may be surprised to learn that this beloved tradition dates all the way back to the late nineteenth century.

City of Forney Announces Employee Awards

During the City of Forney employee holiday luncheon Mike Benson was named this year’s employee of the year, Peter Morgan was selected as Supervisor of the Year and Patrick Nyagaka was awarded with the Making a Difference Award. Congratulations to all.

Christmas Time Is Here

“Christmas Time Is Here” is a song written for the 1965 television special “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” which was one of the first animated specials produced for network television in the United States.

The Origins of Christmas Caroling

The festive nature of the holiday season makes it an ideal time to sing, especially in groups. Perhaps it’s no surprise then that caroling, a tradition that dates back many centuries, ultimately collided with Christmas. Caroling and Christmas caroling are two different things. According to History.

The 12 Days of Christmas

“On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a partridge in a pear tree.” The familiar lyrics of this tune are sung as part of Christmas caroling and holiday celebrations, reaching a crescendo each time singers belt out “five golden rings.

Why are Christmas Colors Red and Green?

Many people may not get in the holiday spirit without decorations and all the trimmings. Chances are strong that if you have containers full of items just waiting to see the light of day again this holiday season, those items are red or green or some combination thereof.

Did you know?

According to Gallup’s 2021 Economy and Personal Finance survey, the average individual in the United States is retiring earlier than many people might expect.

Crandall ISD Recognizes Holiday Greeting Card Contest Winners from Elementary Campuses

Rudolph, Frosty and Santa were all special guests at Crandall ISD’s board meeting Monday night December 13th as Trustees recognized the three winners of this year’s holiday greeting card contest.