Forney Ranked as One of the Best Places for Young Families

FORNEY, TX – The City of Forney has been named one of the “Best Places for Young Families”, according to a study conducted by NerdWallet using data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

Two former Kaufman County commissioners pay restitution in lieu of prosecution, further investigation

KAUFMAN COUNTY, Texas — Two former Kaufman County commissioners paid restitution in lieu of prosecution and further investigation into the extension of County Road 273 beyond the county’s road maintenance system.

Third arrest made in CYA Guns and Ammo burglary

FORNEY, Texas — A third person has been arrested in connection with the most recent burglary at CYA Guns and Ammo in Forney, according to the Forney Police Department. 18-year-old Christian Esparza was arrested and charged with burglary of a building and engaging in organized criminal activity.

Governor Abbott Attends Groundbreaking Ceremony For New Ashley Furniture Industries Distribution And Fulfillment Center in Mesquite

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Ashley Furniture Industries Southwest Regional Distribution and Fulfillment Center in Mesquite, Texas.

City opens new animal shelter

On Saturday morning October 7, 2017 Council-members Shaun Myers, David Johnson and Kevin Moon joined Mayor Pro-Tem Mary Penn and Mayor Rick Wilson in cutting the ribbon to open the cities new 5,500 square foot Animal Shelter.   To read more please log in or subscribe to the digital edition.

FHS graduate writes about her experience as a Disney intern

Kasey Burgan, a 2014 FHS graduate, wrote about her experiences as an intern at Walt Disney World. This article first appeared in the JTAC News at Tarleton State University. Anyone who knows me knows just how much I love Disney.

Falcon Colby Suits named Built Ford Tough Texas High School Football Player of the week

Ford Motor Company is proud to announce the winners of the 2017 Built Ford Tough Texas High School Football Player of the Week trophy for week 4 – among these winners is North Forney High School’s Colby Suits.

1984 Forney High School graduate, Don Willett, among Trump’s nominees for 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals

FORNEY, Texas — A 1984 Forney High School graduate is among President Trump’s nominations to fill seats on the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, based Texas Supreme Court Justice Don Willett was among four nominated by Trump to serve on the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.

City Council lowers tax rate

The Forney City Council held a lengthy meeting on Sept. 19 and recognized PD and IT employees, adopted the proposed lower tax rate and the 2018 budget (with changes due to Mr.