Beat the Heat With Smoked Pulled Pork

Outdoor cooking is a staple come the warmer weather. When the dog days of summer arrive, few people want to spend time turning on the oven or standing by the stove. That’s when mastering grilling or barbecuing becomes so essential. Many people now have smokers in their outdoor cooking arsenals.

Luster Takes the Helm as New Head Coach as Jackson Retires from North Forney High School

After four great years at North Forney, Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach Randy Jackson has announced his retirement. While with the Falcons, he built an incredible culture and successful football program.

Kaufman County Considers Curfew for Minors

With crime on the rise throughout the nation, Kaufman County is considering implementing a curfew for minors in the unincorporated areas of the county to help protect our youth.

Texas Marine Accounted For From World War II

The Defense POW/ MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced today that Marine Corps Reserve Pfc. J.L. Hancock, 21, of McLean, Texas, killed during World War II, was accounted for on Feb. 17, 2021.

Children’s Advocacy Center for Kaufman County Awarded Grant from TVEC Charitable Foundation

The Children’s Advocacy Center for Kaufman County is excited to announce being awarded the TVEC Charitable Foundation award. This grant in the amount of $4,000.00 was awarded to the Children’s Advocacy Center for Kaufman County on June 22, 2021.

From the Desk of HD 4 State Representative Keith Bell June Update

Governor Greg Abbott Announces Border Security Plan The failure of the federal government to secure our border has created a crisis. Texas is taking action to restore order and finish the wall!

Emma Hawkins Named a Spring 2021 Presidential Scholar

Emma Hawkins was named a Presidential Scholar. Hawkins is a Junior from Forney, TX. Hawkins was among more than 1,200 students named a Presidential Scholar. To qualify for Presidential Scholar honors in a given semester, a student must earn a 4.

Every Little Moment Helps

The impact of even a simple gesture can manifest an enormous moment in a stranger’s life. Teachers understand that it is the little things that can give a student the motivation needed to start on the learning path.

Nguyen Graduates from UA Little Rock

Ha Kim Ngoc Nguyen of Forney, TX, graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock during the spring 2021 semester. Nguyen graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Nearly 1,260 degrees were awarded for the spring 2021 semester.

Mesquite Approves Shadow Creek Crossing Commercial Project

Mesquite has approved an agreement for the construction and development of a new retail project called Shadow Creek Crossing on nearly seven acres that could include a variety of retail stores and restaurant concepts. The property is owned by LF Gateway LP and is located next to John D.