Why Do Bad Things Happen to People?

“God allows bad things so we can be different,” says Matthew, age 9. Matthew, aren’t there better ways of being different? “Some of the people are bad, and some are good,” says Grant, 8.

IT’S DEER SEASON!

With the opener of the general deer season last weekend in North Texas, many of us have been making last minute preparations for upcoming hunts.

Varsity Golf Finishes Fall Season JV Teams Continue

The boys and girls varsity golf teams played in the Bridges invitational at Firewheel in Garland recently. The boys team finished 13th in the team competition. Leading the way for the Jackrabbits was freshman Jackson Belobraydic.

Financial Tips For New Veterans

On Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who have served in our armed forces. If you’ve recently separated or retired from the military, or you will be leaving soon, you can be proud of the service you’ve provided to your country.

Honoring the Veterans

At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the Armistice was signed by representatives of Germany and the Entente between 5:12 and 5:20 that morning formally ending the hostilities of World War One.

Public School Antics

I gave up being surprised about antics and behavior that occurs within the public school system long ago. However, a recent incident out of Hazard Kentucky left me speechless. According to multiple news outlets, Hazard High School held an event called “Man Week” during homecoming.

Lions Club Eye Exams/Glasses for Forney ISD Students

The Forney Lions Club recently came to Forney ISD and provided free eye exams and glasses for students in Forney ISD! The Forney ISD Health Services Department referred 80 students in need of professional evaluation and free glasses to the event.

Mesquite Announces 2021 Municipal Court Clerk and Deputy Marshal of the Year Honorees

During a ceremony on Nov. 1 to celebrate Texas Municipal Courts Week at Mesquite Municipal Court, the City of Mesquite announced Kristi Holt as the 2021 Clerk of the Year and Ronald D. Parker as the 2021 Deputy Marshal of the Year.

Three Rights Make a Left

THE END OF LIFE THROUGH A DOG’S EYES As I told you a few weeks ago, we have a new furry family member named Toby in our house and life hasn’t been the same since he came. He is an Ausie-Pom puppy and the source of endless fun and entertainment, especially for our grandkids.

58th Birthday Celebration at Old El Fenix Restaurant

“Honey, the boys want to know where you want to celebrate your ‘Birthday Dinner’ so they can be sure to be available,” casually remarked Vivian Themer a few weeks before the event.