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4 Home Maintenance Tips to Keep the Outdoors Outside

4 Home Maintenance Tips to Keep the Outdoors Outside

4 Home Maintenance Tips to Keep the Outdoors Outside

Statepoint
Thu, 07/23/2020 - 05:00
Even avid nature lovers will agree that not all aspects of the outdoors belong inside one’s home. While bugs, mud and allergens will sneak their way into interior spaces, the steps you take to manage these elements can keep your home more comfortable.

State Fair of Texas Canceled for 2020 Because of Coronavirus

Stacy Fernandez Texas Tribune
Thu, 07/16/2020 - 05:00
The State Fair of Texas, slated for this fall, was canceled last week because of ongoing concerns about the spread of the coronavirus, fair organizers said in a public statement. To read more please log in or subscribe to the digital edition. https://www.etypeservices.com/Forney%20MessengerID423/

Celebrating Half a Century

Misty Holler Staff Writer
Thu, 07/16/2020 - 05:00
The majority of her life has been spent proudly donning the famous orange and white of Whataburger, and she has no plans to change that now. Whataburger of Mesquite, Inc.’s Employee No. 6, Ms. Connie Claxton, is celebrating 50 years with the company on July 22, 2020.
Troop 1857 Produces Eagle Scouts Amidst Pandemic

Troop 1857 Produces Eagle Scouts Amidst Pandemic

Troop 1857 Produces Eagle Scouts Amidst Pandemic

Misty Holler
Thu, 07/09/2020 - 05:00
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a few local scouts have taken advantage of the alone time to work on advancement in scouting.
Forney Celebrates Independence Day

Forney Celebrates Independence Day

Forney Celebrates Independence Day

Misty Holler Staff Writer Photos Courtesy Of City Of Forney
Thu, 07/09/2020 - 05:00
Last Saturday’s annual City of Forney Independence Day Celebration was a success, considering the unique circumstances.
Saving Bees One Hive at a Time: The Basics of Backyard Beehives

Saving Bees One Hive at a Time: The Basics of Backyard Beehives

Saving Bees One Hive at a Time: The Basics of Backyard Beehives

News Staff
Thu, 07/09/2020 - 05:00
Scientists and environmentalists have been warning the public for years that honeybees are disappearing at alarming rates. Scientists were initially uncertain in regard to what was decimating bee populations.
Forney ISD AFJROTC Cadet Receives the First Ever Air Force Association Seidel Sam Johnson Scholarship

Forney ISD AFJROTC Cadet Receives the First Ever Air Force Association Seidel Sam Johnson Scholarship

Forney ISD AFJROTC Cadet Receives the First Ever Air Force Association Seidel Sam Johnson Scholarship

News Staff
Thu, 07/02/2020 - 05:00
Morgan Clark, a cadet in the Forney ISD Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AF-JROTC) recently received the first-ever Air Force Association (AFA) Seidel Chapter $6,000 scholarship. Each AFJROTC unit in the region was allowed to nominate one cadet to receive a $1,000 scholarship.
City of Forney to Celebrate Nation’s Independence with Concert and Fireworks

City of Forney to Celebrate Nation’s Independence with Concert and Fireworks

City of Forney to Celebrate Nation’s Independence with Concert and Fireworks

Misty Holler Staff Writer
Thu, 07/02/2020 - 05:00
FACE MASKS REQUIRED PER KAUFMAN CO. COMMISSIONERS COURT The City of Forney plans to celebrate the Nation’s 244th birthday this year on July 4th at its annual free Independence Day Celebration in Forney Community Park.
Early Voting Begins Monday June 29th

Early Voting Begins Monday June 29th

Early Voting Begins Monday June 29th

Misty Holler Staff Writer
Thu, 06/25/2020 - 05:00
Early voting in the 2020 Primary Runoff Election begins Monday, June 29. After a proclamation by Governor Abbott in March of this year to postpone the election due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Primary Runoff Election was moved from May 26 to July 14, 2020.