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Moe, You Will Be Missed

Misty Holler

Thu, 10/10/2019 - 05:00

If you ask anyone around town if they know Mawonn Smith, they may be unsure. But do they know Moe at the post office? Chances are, they do. Moe made his mark on our town with his courteous nature and joyful character.

From the Desk of HD 4 State Representative Keith Bell Monthly Legislative Update - September 2019

News Staff

Thu, 10/10/2019 - 05:00

Recognizing Anne Sherrill at the Cedar Creek Republican Club Proud to speak and recognize Anne Sherrill last night at the Cedar Creek Republican Club! Al Sherrill received on her behalf for her unyielding commitment to conservative values and the Republican Party of Texas!

Kaufman County Emergency Services District No. 6 Serves ‘Community of Forney’

News Staff

Thu, 10/03/2019 - 05:00

While more than 24,000 residents live within the City of Forney, an estimated 28,000 reside outside the city limits but still call Forney “home”.

Smurfit Kappa Participates in World Cleanup Day

Misty Holler Staff Writer

Thu, 09/26/2019 - 05:00

What is now literally a worldwide event, World Cleanup Day humbly began a little over a decade ago in the small country of Estonia.

ANNOUNCING CHANGES TO STATE FAIR OPENING DAY PARADE

Karissa Condoianis

Thu, 09/26/2019 - 05:00

With only one more day until opening, the State Fair of Texas has announced that it is tweaking its Opening Day celebration, which is Friday, September 27.

Forney’s Downtown Does it Again

Misty Holler Staff Writer

Thu, 09/19/2019 - 05:00

Not too long ago, many long-time local residents might have smirked at the thought that downtown Forney could ever be considered a destination location. But, ready or not, here we are and Forney’s Historic Downtown has become the venue for multiple successful events over the last few years!

Community Members Help Forney ISD Have A Successful Start to the 2019-2020 School Year

Forney Isd

Thu, 09/12/2019 - 05:00

After an exciting summer vacation, students in Forney ISD returned to the classroom on Monday, Aug. 19 ready to tackle new challenges and continue their educational journey.

City of Forney Finance Department Awarded Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

City Of Forney

Thu, 09/12/2019 - 05:00

The City of Forney Finance Department was recently awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the 2018-2019 FY budget. This marks the 11th consecutive year that the Finance Department has received such recognition from the GFOA.

From the Desk of HD 4 State Representative Keith Bell Monthly Legislative Update - August 2019

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2019 - 05:00

Forney Education Foundation STEAMfest It was great to be a part of the Forney Family again to support STEAMfest and the Forney Education Foundation. Thanks for all you do for kids!

Odessa Shooter Failed Gun Background Check, Gov. Greg Abbott Says

Acacia Coronado Texas Tribune

Thu, 09/05/2019 - 00:00

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott tweeted Monday that the gunman in Saturday’s mass shooting in Midland and Odessa had previously failed a gun purchase background check and did not go through a background check to buy the gun used in Saturday’s incident.