News

From the Desk of HD 4 State Representative Keith Bell Legislative Update February 2021

News Staff

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

Winter Storm Update The winter storm that wreaked havoc on our state left the majority of Texans without power or water for days at a time. Lives were lost and unnecessary suffering occurred.

The USO: A Look Back at 80 Years of Continuous Service

Statepoint

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

The United Service Organizations (USO), the nation’s leading not-for-profit charity that serves the men and women in the U.S. military and their families, is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year.

Rep. Lance Gooden & Two Dozen House Republicans Urge President Biden to Recognize Border Crisis & Declare National Emergency

News Staff

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Lance Gooden (R-TX) and two dozen House Republicans sent a letter to President Biden urging that he recognize the immigration crisis and declare a national emergency at our southern border.

Forney Chamber Ribbon Cutting

News Staff

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

Children’s Lighthouse of Forney 2401 FM 741

Annual Water System Maintenance Planned March 1 – 29

News Staff

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 1 through March 29, 2021. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year-round water quality.

Free Rides to all Vaccination Locations

News Staff

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

STAR Transit is providing free rides for persons with confirmed appointment to get the COVID 19 vaccine shots. The curb-to-curb service extends outside of the agency’s service area.

Temporary Exemption for Qualified Property Damaged by Disaster

Kaufman Central Appraisal District

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

Due to the February 12, 2021 disaster declaration by the governor, certain properties within Kaufman County may qualify for a temporary exemption under section 11.35 of the Texas Property Tax Code.

Coach Joe Jones and his BASKETBALL BROCHURE

Don Themer

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

Last week’s column apparently brought back some memories and also raised a few questions, so I will try to answer some remaining queries. In the “supporting advertisers” section, you might notice that Margaret Mitchell Furniture was still in business and going strong.

What Did I Learn from the Record-Breaking Recent COLD?

Don Themer Staff Writer

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

1. Let the faucets “run,” not just drip, when temperatures are really extreme! The water has to MOVE. 2. Don’t worry about conserving energy—leave the thermostats high enough to keep the structures and pipes warm!

Rogan Ward Named FISD Elementary Student of the Month

Forney Isd

Thu, 03/11/2021 - 05:00

Congratulations to Rogan Ward, a student at Crosby Elementary School for being named the Elementary Student of the Month for March. The Forney ISD Board of Trustees recognized Mr. Ward at the March monthly board meeting on Monday, March 1, 2021.