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.

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.

HPU Presents Degrees to 187 Graduates at Recent Commencement Ceremonies

Howard Payne University presented degrees to 187 graduates at Commencement ceremonies held in May for fall 2020 and spring 2021 graduates. Degrees were conferred by Dr. Cory Hines, HPU president, and other university personnel.