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Annual Water System Maintenance Planned March 1 – 29

News Staff

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 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.

Hey, put some ALOE VERA on it

Don Themer Staff Writer

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

For most of my life I have heard the above advice but did not take it seriously until the past years of retirement when I have had more time to work outside and suffer various “dings,” scratches, bites, stings, burns, a possible snake bite, and various rashes.

Free Rides to all Vaccination Locations

News Staff

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 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.

Estate Planning For Blended Familie

Estate Planning For Blended Families

News Staff

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

If you’re in a blended family, you’re already aware of the emotional and financial issues involved in your daily life. But what about the future?

How You Look and Dress—Copyright, 1949

Don Themer

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

I was fortunate enough to be a student at/in Forney High School when Mrs. Rea Thomas was the Librarian; she was the “keeper” of a vast number of books and a tremendous “vertical file,” filled with all sorts of goodies.

Forney ISD Fine Arts Hosts Multiple Live Theatrical Productions

Forney Isd

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

High school and middle school students in the Forney ISD Fine Arts program recently presented multiple theatrical productions. Into the Woods opened at North Forney High School and Little Women opened at Forney High School, both with limited audiences.

Mesquite Moves Forward to Expand its Animal Shelter

Maria Martinez, Director Of Neighborhood Services

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

The Mesquite City Council approved a $227,735 contract with GSR Andrade Architects to expand the existing Mesquite Animal Shelter facility by 4,000 square feet. The expansion will include more kennels to house animals as well as a new outdoor play area.

Samantha Criswell Recognized as Important Female Leader Forney Native and FHS Graduate

Don Themer Staff Writer

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

I have found out that as 2020 was drawing to a close, SAMANTHA CRISWELL was recognized by the City of Mesquite as an “important female leader of our Community.”

Forney ISD Board of Trustees Approve Mascots for Three New Schools

Forney Isd

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

The Forney ISD Board of Trustees officially approved the new mascots for the three new schools that will open in August for the 2021-2022 school year. The mascots were nominated and voted on by students and their families that will attend the schools when they open their doors this fall.

School Board Recognizes Elementary and Secondary Students of the Month

Forney Isd

Thu, 02/18/2021 - 05:00

Congratulations to Journei Qualls from Blackburn Elementary School for being named the Forney ISD Elementary Student of the Month for February. Also, Congratulations to Adesua Aigbomian from North Forney High School for being named the Forney ISD Secondary Student of the Month!