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Area Students Win Big at Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

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Area Students Win Big at Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

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Thu, 02/12/2026 - 04:00

Olivia Wortham of For‑ney earned Junior Heifer Calf Champion with Kenn Dixie Erica 434 in the An‑gus division at the 2026 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo (FWSSR) on January 24.

Forney ISD Adds UIL Wrestling to Athletic Programs

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Forney ISD Adds UIL Wrestling to Athletic Programs

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Thu, 02/12/2026 - 04:00

The addition of wrestling reflects Forney ISD’s commitment to creating new pathways for stu‑dents to discover their strengths. Wrestling is one of the fastest‑growing sports in the country, providing athletes with skills including disci‑pline, strategy, physical conditioning, and mental resilience.

H-E-B Opens Store in Forney, Continues Growth in North Texas

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H-E-B Opens Store in Forney, Continues Growth in North Texas

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Thu, 02/05/2026 - 05:00

H-E-B officially opened its Forney H-E-B store, making it the 11th H-EB location the retailer has opened in the DFW Metroplex. The 139,000-squarefoot Forney H-E-B joins 10 other H-EB stores and three Joe V’s Smart Shop locations the retailer has opened in the area since 2022.

Representative Keith Bell Endorsed by National Federation of Independent Business

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Representative Keith Bell Endorsed by National Federation of Independent Business

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Thu, 02/05/2026 - 05:00

The NFIB Texas PAC, comprised exclusively of NFIB members from Texas, endorsed 97 incumbent state legislators for re-election, including 11 in the Senate and 86 in the House of Representatives.

EVO Entertainment Breaks Ground on Major New Entertainment Destination in Forney

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EVO Entertainment Breaks Ground on Major New Entertainment Destination in Forney

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Thu, 01/29/2026 - 05:00

EVO Entertainment has officially broken ground in Forney, marking the start of construction on a major new entertainment destination. The January 20 groundbreaking celebration brought together community leaders, development partners, and local stakeholders to commemorate the milestone.

Forney ISD Juniors and Seniors Receive Over $2.37 Billion in Scholarship Offers

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Forney ISD Juniors and Seniors Receive Over $2.37 Billion in Scholarship Offers

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Thu, 01/29/2026 - 05:00

Forney ISD is celebrating an extraordinary achievement, as juniors and seniors across the district have been awarded an unprecedented $2,378,851,988 in scholarship offers for the current academic year.

Forney ISD Middle School Indoor Drumline Recieves Advocacy In Action Award

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Thu, 01/22/2026 - 05:00

Music for All has announced the Forney ISD Middle School Indoor Drumline as a recipient of the 2026 Advocacy in Action Awards. These awards highlight educators and programs that have created an event or idea that is exceptional in their field and community.

Crandall ISD Announces 2026–2027 School Year Start Times

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Thu, 01/22/2026 - 05:00

After a thoughtful and comprehensive review process, Crandall ISD has approved updated start times for next school year. This process considered many factors, including transportation logistics, instructional time, campus operations, student well-being, and family impact.

Kaufman County Emergency Services District #6: A Year in Review

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Kaufman County Emergency Services District #6: A Year in Review

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Thu, 01/15/2026 - 04:00

With 2025 behind us, Kaufman County Emergency Services District #6 (ESD #6) reflects on a year marked by progress, professional development, and forward-looking planning—all focused on better serving the residents of our growing community.

Kraig Parker Returns to E! Terrell with his ELVIS Tribute

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Kraig Parker Returns to E! Terrell with his ELVIS Tribute

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Thu, 01/15/2026 - 04:00

Renowned Elvis Presley tribute artist Kraig Parker returns to the E! Terrell stage with his Las Vegas style show at 7:30 pm on January 22 at the Terrell ISD Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center stage. This concert is the fourth show in E! Terrell’s 2025-2026 season of family style entertainment.