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Spellman Museum of Forney History Updates

Don Themer, Fhpl Board Member

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

First of all, our Forney Museum is open Wednesday through Saturday afternoons, free of charge! Some things change; some remain the same, but you can probably see something you missed the other time(s) if you come again and again.

Mesquite Fire Fighters Participate in Dallas 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

News Staff

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

The Mesquite Fire Department participated in the Dallas 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Saturday September 4th. Mesquite had 25 firefighters participating, the most out of the 101 fire departments represented.

Crandall ISD History Made as the 5,000th Student Enrolled in the District

News Staff

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

On the first day of school, Martin Elementary first grader Zuri Paniagua didn’t know it, but she made Crandall ISD history as the 5,000th student enrolled in the district. But that record number didn’t stop there -- as of September 1, CISD has 5,356 students enrolled.

Mesquite Park in Honor of Jon Latimore - the City’s First African American Police Officer

News Staff

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

Jon Latimore was hired in 1985 as the first African American Police Officer to serve in the Mesquite Police Department. On September 7, the Mesquite City Council approved a resolution naming a future park to be located on North Bryan Avenue in his honor.

Top Tips for Homeowners to Prep Financially for Natural Disasters

Statepoint

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

Climate change is making natural disasters more extreme, from extending the duration of disaster seasons to increasing the intensity of fires, storms and floods. Indeed, the U.S. Geological Survey notes that with increasing global surface temperatures, the intensity of storms will likely increase.

Midwestern State University August 2021 Graduates

News Staff

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

Jamie Nicole Gardner, Master of Education, graduated from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, in August 2021. MSU Texas awarded degrees to 237 undergraduate and graduate students.

SNHU Announces Summer 2021 Dean’s List

News Staff

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the summer 2021 Dean’s List. Full-time students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 are named to the Dean’s List.

When Do I Plant Wildflower Seeds for Spring Blooms?

News Staff

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

Now is the time for Texas wildflower lovers to plant their favorite varieties for flowers in the spring, said Joseph Johnson, program manager for The Gardens at Texas A&M University.

What is the Driving Force in Your Life?

Carey Kinsolving

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

“Not following directions,” says Lyle, 5. I’ve been down that road, Lyle, and it’s not one you want to travel. “My mommy and daddy’s kisses and hugs,” says Emily, 5. There are a lot of kids who wish they had it so good. Loving parents can lay the foundation for life in their children.

Texas Horned Lizard Hatchling Release Marks Milestone to Save State Reptile

News Staff

Thu, 09/23/2021 - 05:00

Once common, the Texas horned lizard is now one of more than 1,300 species of concern across the state. But there is good news for the little “horned toad.”