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Kaufman County to Participate in National Wreaths Across America Day

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

Freedom is often defined as “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” However, some Americans will choose to forgo some of their personal freedoms by choosing to serve their country and its citizens. This selfless sacrifice is what makes every veteran a hero.

Forney ISD Middle School Theater Students Earn Honors at The Texas Thespians Regional Junior Festival North 2021

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

Students from all three Forney ISD middle school theatre programs recently participated in the Texas Thespians Regional Junior Festival North hosted by The Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy. Theatre students participated in workshops and competitions with theatre professionals from around the State.

Puttin’ on the Ritz

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

I had a childhood friend named Tammy. She lived at the end of my rural route road, a good 2-mile bike ride from my house. The excitement of finally being allowed to journey to see her, solo, was intense. Keep in mind, this was the 70s.

Ask Aunt B

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

Dear Aunt B, Do you pick a word to represent the year ahead? I have done this in the past. I think I would like to, but I don’t know where to start. Wordwise Dear Wordwise, I do pick a word every year. I really like the practice.

Laymen’s Corner

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

When something goes wrong in our daily activities we always know that someone else is to blame. We just don’t make mistakes like that. Down through the ages we have never learned to take the blame for our own actions when they are wrong or bad.

What is the Lesson of Daniel in the Lions’ Den?

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

“I think it teaches me that God is going to fix all of my problems, even the ones that I think will ‘eat me up’!” says Hillary, age 10. “Still, I know that, like Daniel, I must remain faithful to the Lord.

THE SPRING

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

For seventeen years, I had access to a couple hundred acres one half mile from my home that served as a close by place for me to hunt, fish, shoot photos for my writing and get exercise walking on an almost daily basis. Through the years, the place became very dear to me.

Charles Daniels Accepts Full-Time City Manager Position

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

During the December 7th meeting, Forney City Council unanimously approved the contract of Interim City Manager Charles Daniels. Effective immediately, Mr. Daniels will now serve as the city manager full-time. Mr. Daniels was originally appointed as interim city manager on April 14, 2021. Mr.

Tips for Managing Holiday Stress, Sadness

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

While the holidays are a time of joy and sharing, they can also be a time of significant physical and mental stress.

The Pride of Falcon Nation Band Percussion Ensemble To Perform in Chicago

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Thu, 12/16/2021 - 00:00

North Forney High School’s Pride of Falcon Nation Band Percussion Ensemble has been selected as one of three high school percussion ensembles in the world to perform at the 2021 Midwest Clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 21 in Chicago, Illinois.