The Centennial Celebration of Texas State Parks is in full swing as spring brings more Texans outdoors. To commemorate 100 years, every state park will host at least one special community event during the 2023 Centennial year, along with regular park events all year long.
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Kaufman County Criminal District Attorney Erleigh Norville Wiley to serve a second term on the Texas Crime Victims’ Institute Advisory Council. This advisory council is charged with conducting an in-depth analysis of the impact of crime on victims, close relatives of deceased victims, guardians of victims, and society.
Gov. Greg Abbott speaks at Parent Empowerment Night at Annapolis Christian Academy in Corpus Christi on Jan. 31, 2023 to discuss parent empowerment and choice in their child’s education. Credit: Blaine Young for The Texas Tribune
Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday he was not discouraged after the Texas House took a key vote rejecting one his highest priorities this legislative session.
Michael Evans 1973 J. V. Basketball
Michael Evans 1974 J. V. Basketball
Might Be a Winning “FLOP”
Global Volunteer Month, celebrated throughout April, is a time to recognize people who actively support their communities through volunteerism and active civic engagement. It’s also a time to get in on the action. However, if you’re like many people, you may not know where to begin.
Gene Koonce plays on a craps table fitted with protective plexiglass panels during the reopening of Bellagio hotel-casino, closed since March because of COVID-19. Las Vegas, Nevada on June 4, 2020. Credit: REUTERS/Steve Marcus
A Texas House committee advanced the two main proposals to expand gambling in the state Monday, giving them a burst of momentum even as they continue to face long odds in the Senate.
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March 30, 2023, at 6:09 p.m. Kaufman County Sheriff’s Deputy attempted to stop a stolen vehicle reported out of Carrollton, Texas. The vehicle failed to stop and began to flee, traveling west on HWY 80. The pursuit ended after the suspect collided with another vehicle west bound HWY 80 at N. Jobson Rd. Sunnyvale, Texas. The driver then exited the vehicle firing multiple shots at the pursuing deputies while running on foot.
“Asleep At The Wheel,” Emmylou Harris, “Old Crow Medicine Show,” Morgan Wade—How does that sound for a Grand Re-Opening of a venue that opened in my birth year, 1950, as THE BOB WILLS RANCH HOUSE, a showcase for The Texas Playboys and Bob Wills? And do you remember the name, Jack Ruby? He was a later manager of this historic gathering
Well, They Are Making a COMEBACK!
Once again, the Forney Family and Community stepped up and showed how much they love and take care of the teachers and students in Forney ISD. Saturday, April 1, 2023, the 5th Annual Gala occurred and was a rousing success!
Marilou Quinn 1973 High School Aid
Susan Quinn 1973 Freshman
Susan Quinn 1974 Sophomore
Susan Quinn 1975 Junior
Marilou Quinn 1975 High School Secretary
Laurie Quinn 1973 7th Grade
Laurie Quinn 1974 8th Grade
Laurie Quinn 1975 Freshman
Marilou Quinn 1981 High School Aid
Marilou Quinn, daughter of Edna Merriman FEAGIN and Luther T. “Bood” FEAGIN, was “birthed” in her Grandmother’s home on Christmas Day, 1933. I probably began to “really” know her somewhere around 1956, because she and her husband of 40 years, Jim Quinn, moved almost directly across from the “Themer Home” on Maple Avenue/ Street. One of our street signs posted “Avenue,” and one posted “Street.” I do not to this day know which is the “official” Forney designation. I do know that my Dad purchased the first lot (from Mr. McKellar’s cotton field) that was on the dirt, then gravel, road southwest off of College Street/Farm Road 741. Maple did not intersect with what was to become Shands Street until the Roy Thomas and Billy Montgomery homes were constructed at the end of Maple.
Recently, I laid out House Bill 681 which allows our Texas school districts to continue utilizing virtual learning methods for our families and students that thrive in a virtual or hybrid environment. Thank you, Dr. Terry, Superintendent of Forney ISD, for your testimony on this important matter!
Dr. Sims and Ms. Clay from Athens ISD visited the Capitol. During our meeting, we discussed the ISD’s innovative “4 Day Instructional Week,” and how their schools are adjusting to the historical growth in HD 4. Innovation in public education has never been more important. Our district is blessed to have administrators and educators like Dr. Sims and Ms. Clay working hard for our kids!
Time spent at the Henderson County Livestock Show Auction is always well worth it! Congratulations to all the exhibitors, parents, and families involved. A special thank you to the Show Board for making all of this possible for our 4-H and FFA students.
On March 25, I spent the evening at the Kaufman County Ducks Unlimited Banquet. I am proud to support an organization like Ducks Unlimited that’s doing invaluable work across the country promoting conservation efforts.
It was truly an honor to receive my 30-year pin commemorating my 30 years of membership in Lions Club International. “We Serve.”
The REACH Casino Night was an evening filled with hope and goodwill. REACH does life-changing work on behalf of children in the foster care system and I am always proud to support their efforts!
March 31, 2023
Ruby Crush grape tomato variety was named a Texas Superstar plant for its consistent performance in trials around the state. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Mike Arnold)
Ruby Crush tomato plants are a true determinant variety that grows best when caged. They can reach 4 feet tall and perform well in sub-optimal conditions, but produce best when adequately fertilized. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Mike Arnold)
Ruby crush, a determinate grape tomato variety with a long-standing reputation for performance and taste, has been named the newest Texas Superstar plant.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 936, Forney, TX 75126
Physical Address: 201 W. Broad St., Forney, TX 75126
Phone: 972-564-3121
Fax: 972-552-3599
