Sensible Solutions for Holiday Gifting

Practically every year there’s at least one person on your holiday gift list that seems to have it all. One way to think outside the box is to sift through wants and needs to find something that can truly be put to use on an almost daily basis.

Coping With Stress During Uncertain Times

Stress can affect people’s lives at any moment. Some say that a certain measure of stress can be a good thing that pushes individuals to try their best to overcome obstacles. However, chronic stress is potentially dangerous for the mind and body. 2020 has been a stressful year for many people.

Virtual Vendors an Option for Couples Planning Unique Weddings

Normal took on an entirely new connotation in 2020. As the world reacted to the COVID-19 pandemic, people across the globe had to adjust how they live their lives. The way people work, attend school and eat their meals changed seemingly overnight, as did the way couples tie the knot.

Two Warriors’ Battles

Living through a scenario that no parent ever wants to experience, Forney parents David & Kathryn Spurgeon and Brendan & Kristin Zastoupil have children that are battling leukemia. Coincidentally, both Elyse Spurgeon and Bryton Zastoupil are students at Warren Middle School in Forney.

Local 10-Year-Old Bull Rider on the Way to World Finals

Evan Grubaugh, a ten-year-old from Forney, Texas, is set to participate in the International Miniature Bull Riders World Finals 2020 on December 7 through 12.

Why Should We Give Thanks To God?

On Thanksgiving Day, families all over America sit down to dinner at the same time — halftime. “Thanksgiving has two good words,” says Hollie, age 9. “They are ‘thanks’ and ‘giving,’ and that’s what we need to do — thank others and be giving. Those are two things my mom taught me.

The Alamo Harvesting Pigment Samples From Church Walls For The First Time

Alamo Conservator Pamela Jary Rosser has begun collecting pigment samples from the iconic Alamo Church facade. But what does extracting pigment samples actually mean?

Forney Chamber Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, November 12, 2020 Genesis Wellness and Pain Ribbon Cutting 108 U S Hwy 80 Suite 150 Photo: Lenny McKinney

Screen-Free Holiday Gift Ideas That Inspire Kids

Shopping for holiday gifts for kids? Looking for activities that don’t involve a screen? Consider toys and activities that will inspire them this holiday season and beyond.

You’ve Got To

I have always (well, almost) just “loved” this man and his singing! Which man? The one who had these songs as some of his greatest hits! 1. “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin’” 2. “Wings of a Dove” 3. “She’s Just An Old Love Turned Memory” 4. “A Shoulder To Cry On” 5. “Does My Ring Hurt Your Finger?” 6.