Outdoor Burning: What to Know Before You Light the Match

If you plan to light an outdoor fire this fall, remember to check first with your city and county about burn bans and local fire rules. Check the Texas burn ban map to see county burn ban information maintained by the Texas A&M Forest Service.

CISD Kicks Off Wellness Wednesdays for Staff to Promote Overall Health

This year, Crandall ISD introduced Wellness Wednesdays--a weekly initiative where employees are encouraged to participate in some form of a wellness activity, whether it is walking around the building, reading a book or doing a yoga class.

Forney City Council to Host Town Hall Meeting

The City of Forney and the Forney City Council will be holding a town hall meeting on Wednesday, November 10th. The meeting will be held from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the North Forney High School Performing Arts Center located at 6170 Falcon Way Forney, TX 75126.

Oak Ridge Boys Bring Elvira 40 Tour to Forney

A Gospel and Country Music Quartet whose influence on the music scene has spanned decades dating all the way back to World War 2, the Oak Ridge Boys are set to perform at Forney’s Spellman Amphitheater this Saturday, November 6, as the group wraps up this year’s Elvira 40 Tour.

Legislature Wraps Third Special Session With new Maps, Property Tax Relief

The third special session ended recently, with lawmakers granting final approval to new maps for statehouse and congressional districts, completing a process that began almost a year ago when the Legislature opened redistricting hearings in January.

Tips to Encourage Your Child to Adopt Healthy Eating Habits

While there is a lot of guidance available about what to feed children, until now, there has been little guidance about how to feed them. New recommendations offer parents and caregivers practical tips for encouraging healthy eating habits vital to growth, development and health.

BBB Releases 2021 Online Purchase Scams Report

Online purchase scams continue to be one of the riskiest scams facing consumers, according to the 2021 Online Purchase Scams Report. BBB’s annual report aims to provide new information about how consumers can find trusted sources that will help them make safe buying decisions.

The U.S. Coast Guard Serves a Unique Role

The United States Coast Guard is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected federal agencies. It was established in 1790 and continues to serve a dual role both domestically and internationally. The U.S. Coast Guard is comprised of roughly 42,000 men and women.

Kaufman Covid-19 Vaccine Sites

Shops at Terrell, Suite # 103, 301 Tanger Dr. in Terrell, TX (I-20 @ SH 34) COVID-19 testing and Pfizer vaccinations are available at the Shops at Terrell, formerly Tanger Outlets at 301 Tanger Dr., Ste. #103 (I-20 @ SH 34).

Forney ISD Marching Bands Reach Finals in Area C Marching Competition

The Forney High School and North Forney High School marching bands recently competed at the University Interscholastic League (UIL) Area C Marching Band Competition with both bands advancing to the finals. The competition, held at Memorial Stadium in Mesquite on Saturday, Oct.