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Get Thrills And Chills From Horror Films

News Staff

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 00:00

Halloween is a great time to indulge in horror movie marathons. “Child’s Play”: Chucky gets a new chance to wreak havoc. This time he’s not a doll, but a multimedia app that can do a lot of damage to all he encounters.

TxDOT to Begin Road Improvements

News Staff

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

As Forney’s population continues to grow, local residents are no strangers to traffic congestion. With many of the area’s major roadways under the control of the State of Texas, many needed improvements come on the timeline of the State rather than the desires of local cities and citizens.

Purchase of New Body Cams for Forney PD Approved

News Staff

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

By Misty Holler Staff Writer Earlier this month, the Forney City Council voted to provide extra funding to the Forney Police Department for the purchase of new body worn video technology and the associated equipment.

We Had Not Visited The ARBORETUM For A While! It was AMAZING!

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Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

Waylon, Mary Anne, Ella, and Luke invited MiMi and Grandpa to go with them to the Arboretum and promised that it would be safe! They were correct, as limited attendance and social distancing and masks were the rule, so don’t be afraid to go if you are invited!

Holiday at the Arboretum, Presented by Reliant, Features Expanded Christmas Village with New 23-Foot-Tall German Christmas Pyramid and New Shops

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Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden invites visitors to experience one of the most magical traditions in the Southwest-Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, which runs from November 7 to December 31.

October--the Month of Food, Fun, and Careers

News Staff

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

The month of October is filled with fun holidays that relate to the four endorsements that are available in Forney ISD for high school students in planning for their future readiness. The four endorsement areas are STEM, Business and Industry, Public Service, and Arts and Humanities.

The Electric Eels, Sucker Fish, Sting Rays and even the GIANT SNAPPING TURTLE?

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Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

I am still in disbelief! It just can’t be true!

Community Giving Starts At School

News Staff

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

When people want to give back, many look to support national charities and other causes that they hold near and dear. Certainly these are worthwhile causes. However, giving back on a local level is a great way to help the people you see every day. Schools are the heart of many communities.

We Got “TESTED” in Forney and were IMPRESSED!

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Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

Symptomless, but needing to be Covid-19 tested to satisfy visitation restrictions and to become essential care givers for my mom at Three Forks Assisted Living, my wife and I checked out numerous options, with varying degrees (all acceptable) of satisfaction regarding costs, ease reaching locations...

Caregivers Must Also Care (Financially) for Themselves

News Staff

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 05:00

If you’re a caregiver, possibly for a loved one dealing with an illness such as Alzheimer’s disease, you’re probably already facing some significant emotional and physical challenges – so you don’t need any financial ones as well. Yet, they are difficult to avoid.