Mesquite Installs First Latino Mayor and Newly Elected City Councilmembers

At the Nov. 15 Mesquite City Council meeting, a ceremony was held to install the newly elected Mayor and City Councilmembers. This included Mayor Daniel Alemán, Jr. as the first Latino Mayor in the history of Mesquite, TX. Mayor Alemán said, “I’m excited to be the first Latino Mayor of our city.

Texas Winter Tradition of Rainbow Trout Stocking Began November 24th

November is known as a time to give thanks, but in Texas the month also marks the beginning of a winter tradition for anglers of all ages across the state. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department kicked off this tradition when it began stocking thousands of rainbow trout Nov. 24.

Cold Temperatures are Around the Corner

Winter solstice, the first official day of winter, Dec. 21, is still more than a month away. But with freezing temperatures around the corner, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts have tips on how to protect your plants, pipes and pets.

Stock the Pantry with Holiday Baking Ingredients

Many holiday traditions begin with family and friends gathered in the kitchen or around the dinner table. Food is an integral part of celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas and Chanukah, and key components of each holiday are tied exclusively to food.

Kaufman/Henderson County Line to Be Settled in Court

Kaufman County, in an effort to settle a 130-year-old boundary disagreement with Henderson County, has filed a civil lawsuit against Henderson County in a District Court in neighboring Van Zandt County.

Forney ISD Opens Covid Vaccine Clinic

Forney ISD will hold a weekly COVID vaccine clinic on Thursdays with varied hours. Please see the schedule below. Pfizer and Moderna vaccines will be offered at the Forney ISD Administration Boardroom located at 600 S. Bois D’Arc Street. Dates and times • December 2: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Maximize Your Charitable Giving

The Tuesday after Thanksgiving has become known as Giving Tuesday, when people are encouraged to donate to charitable organizations. If you’d like to take part in this special day, you’ll want to maximize the effectiveness and benefits of your charitable gifts.

Tis the Season to Be Thankful

One of the most American holidays is upon us now-- Thanksgiving! The beginning of the holiday is somewhat common lore with the Native Americans helping the Pilgrims to survive and eventually thrive.

Forney Police Arrest Elvis Sestic for Evading Arrest Detention with Vehicle

On Thursday, November 11th, 2021, at approximately 7:13 p. m. hours, Forney Police responded to US Hwy 80 and FM 548 after receiving a report of two vehicles coming out of the Mesquite area involved in a continuing disturbance.

Holiday at the Arboretum Features New 50-Foot-Tall Dazzling Musical Tree That Plays Merry Tunes

Photos by Larry Golden Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, has a new treasure that’s sure to get visitors in the holiday spirit: the Dazzling Musical Tree, a 50-foot-tall tree animated with more 42,000 lights and merry holiday tunes that play every half hour.