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3 Simple Ways to Get Back in Creditors’ Good Graces

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

A robust credit rating is a key component of a strong financial foundation. There’s a reason consumers’ credit histories are important to landlords, car dealerships and mortgage lenders.

Historic Discovery Confirms the Quarry That Supplied Limestone for The Alamo

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

A significant historical discovery has confirmed the exact quarry that provided the limestone used to build the Alamo, solving a long-standing mystery about the origins of one of America’s most iconic landmarks.

Public Input Sought on Proposed Texas Hunting Regulation Changes for 2025-26

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is accepting public comment until March 27 for the following proposed changes to the 2025-26 Statewide Hunting and Migratory Game Bird proclamations: Migratory Game Bird Regulations •Increase the daily bag limit of pintails from one to three in all duck...

Train’s Last Mile: Two Old Friends Take Final Trip

Robert Miller

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

Two friends–a train and a woman–who grew old together traversed the rails from Dallas to Kaufman for the last time Thursday night.

Forney ISD Announces New and Expansion of Choice Academies for 2025-2026

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

Forney ISD is proud to announce the next big expansion of its choice academies for the 2025-2026 academic year, offering students more opportunities to explore their interests and passions across multiple grade levels and disciplines.

How to Establish a Peaceful Backyard Retreat

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

Backyards have undergone quite a transformation over the last decade-plus. The days when patios and decks were all a backyard living space had to offer are largely a thing of the past, as homeowners have realized just how valuable it can be to commit to a stunning backyard.

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Seniors

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

The Layden Senior Citizens Center of Forney would like to welcome you at 101 Main Street in City Hall, open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please enter the front or through handicap-accessible doors located at the back of City Hall, where reserved parking for seniors is also available.

Did you know?

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

Meditation has gained traction in recent years as an effective means to promoting personal wellness, and those considering the practice should know that it does not require a significant time commitment. The Mayo Clinic notes meditation has been practiced for thousands of years.

Expelled Terrell High School Student Sentenced to 42 Years Imprisonment for Murder

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

On February 13, 2025, a Kaufman County jury found DARREN COLEMAN, guilty Murder. Coleman had previously attended Terrell High School in 2023, prior to his shooting and killing of Damaria Jackson, 17.

Did you know?

News Staff

Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:00

When buying a child’s first bike, shoppers should prioritize a bike that is lightweight, which will be easier for the child to maneuver while learning. The general rule of thumb is to find a bike that weighs less than one-third of the child’s overall weight.