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Midwestern State University Spring Honors

News Staff
Thu, 06/03/2021 - 05:00
Midwestern State University recognized 1,089 honor students for the Spring 2021 semester. The President’s Honor Roll included 385 students, the Provost’s Honor Roll included 317 students, and the Dean’s Honor Roll included 387 students.

St. Norbert College Spring Dean’s List

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Thu, 06/03/2021 - 05:00
Noah Liptack of Forney has been named to the 2021 spring semester dean’s list at St. Norbert College. A minimum 3.5 grade point average is required for academic eligibility. Founded in 1898, St.
Fun Spring and Summer

Fun Spring and Summer

Fun Spring and Summer Toys and Games for Kids!

News Staff
Thu, 06/03/2021 - 05:00
In the warm weather months, you can keep toddlers and preschoolers engaged with these great learning toys and games perfect for the season: • Chalk it Up: With just a colorful set of washable, toddler-safe chalk, your child can create their own artwork on any sidewalk or patio.
The COOKIE LADY Will Be Missed

The COOKIE LADY Will Be Missed

The COOKIE LADY Will Be Missed

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Thu, 06/03/2021 - 05:00
It has not been too long ago that I wrote about Mrs. Kost, details about her longtime devotion to and association with her favorite baseball team, and the fact that the Texas Rangers ‘Cookie Lady’ had contracted Covid-19 and was struggling.
Texans Could Carry Handguns Without a Permit Under Bill Headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s Desk

Texans Could Carry Handguns Without a Permit Under Bill Headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s Desk

Texans Could Carry Handguns Without a Permit Under Bill Headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s Desk

News Staff
Thu, 05/27/2021 - 05:00
A measure long sought by conservative activists allowing Texans to carry handguns without a license is on the cusp of becoming law after the Texas Senate approved a compromise on the bill Monday, sending it to Gov. Greg Abbott. Abbott has said he would sign the permitless carry proposal into law.
City of Forney Hires New Director of Economic Development

City of Forney Hires New Director of Economic Development

City of Forney Hires New Director of Economic Development

News Staff
Thu, 05/27/2021 - 05:00
After a diligent interview process, the City of Forney and the Forney Economic Development Corporation are excited to announce the hiring of Lynn Spencer as the Director of Economic Development.
You Can’t Handle the Tooth

You Can’t Handle the Tooth

You Can’t Handle the Tooth

News Staff
Thu, 05/27/2021 - 05:00
By the time you read this, I will have flipped the script of my 50s and plummeted down the rabbit hole known as 54. My time in the land of quinquagenarians has been exciting and enlightening. In other words, I adore my 50s. My 20s were HARD. I was a young mom.
Forney ISD Announces Staff Transitions and New Hires for the 2021-2022 School Year

Forney ISD Announces Staff Transitions and New Hires for the 2021-2022 School Year

Forney ISD Announces Staff Transitions and New Hires for the 2021-2022 School Year

News Staff
Thu, 05/27/2021 - 05:00
“We want to congratulate our Forney Family moving into new positions for next year, and welcome some new leaders to our district,” said Forney ISD Superintendent Dr. Justin Terry. “They each have a heart for doing what’s best for our students, and we are excited they are a part of our Forney Family.