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Frohe Ostern!

Dina Moon

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

Spring brings many gifts, especially here in the south. The temps begin to warm. Everything gets a dose of Mother Nature’s balayage, rapidly morphing from brown to emerald green. The world is suddenly full of babies.

Laymen’s Corner

Submitted By Willie Holt

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

MUSIC We need to have a little happiness around this country and in our neighborhood. One place to start is with music. There are those who can sing, and those who can play music. Those who cannot do either one of those can hum (when no one can hear).

How Would You Proclaim Jesus’ Resurrection?

Carey Kinsolving

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

If Jesus rose from the dead today, how would you announce his resurrection? “I would be screaming,” says Meg, age 9, “‘Jesus is not in the tomb.’ I would be telling everyone in the world. I think everyone would be going crazy over that.”

Tips to Raise Earth Conscious Kids

Statepoint

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

Children are never too young to learn the importance of sustainability or begin adopting eco-friendly habits. Earth Day, celebrated April 22, is a great time to get started, and experts say it all starts with playtime.

Making Daylight Saving Time Work for You

Statepoint

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

Daylight Saving Time (DST) is here, which means you are operating on a brand new schedule. Unfortunately, time changes can cause many negative physical and mental effects on the body -- and be a logistical nuisance to boot!

Stay Safe When Working in the Yard This Spring and Summer

News Staff

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

A day spent working in the yard is an ideal way to pass the time on spring and summer afternoons. A pristine landscape can add value to a property and instill pride in homeowners who put a lot of thought and effort into their lawns and gardens.

Brooklyn Lodge, Grand Lodge of Texas Host Cornerstone Leveling Ceremony at Griffin Elementary

Misty Holler Photos Courtesy Of Darrell Hefley

Thu, 03/25/2021 - 05:00

Last Saturday, March 20, 2021, the Brooklyn Masonic Lodge dedicated a commemorative cornerstone at Forney ISD’s Jerry & Helen Griffin Elementary School.

Forrest Frierson Named New Crandall Police Chief

News Staff

Thu, 03/25/2021 - 05:00

On Monday March 15, in a unanimous vote, the Crandall City Council confirmed City Manager Jana Shelton’s selection of Forrest Frierson as the next Chief of Police of the Crandall Police Department.

Business Owners’ Issues Go Beyond ‘Mom And Pop’ Label

News Staff

Thu, 03/25/2021 - 05:00

If you own a small business, you typically don’t get a lot of recognition – so you may be pleased to learn that March 29 is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day.

Falcons Baseball Opens District with Sweep of Royse City

Tim Danziger

Thu, 03/25/2021 - 05:00

On their way to a 14-3- 1 pre-district record, the North Forney Falcons averaged fewer than six hits and six runs per game. Following a 23-0 blowout win over Lancaster in the opener, the Falcons scored more than five runs in a game just five times over their next 17 games.