Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission today authorized Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to pursue acquisition of approximately 477 acres for a new state park in exchange for approximately 43 noncontiguous acres from Boca Chica State Park.
Emergency vehicles and personnel at the site where a Texas National Guard helicopter crashed near La Grulla on March 8, 2024. Credit: KRGV via REUTERS
Two National Guard members and a U.S. Border Patrol agent died in the crash in Starr County Friday afternoon.
The season for filing 2023 taxes began January 29, and while some Texas residents are planning on submitting their own returns, others are reaching out to reputable tax preparers for assistance. With roughly one month remaining until the filing deadline of April 15 for general tax returns, Better Business Bureau reminds residents to be wary of con artists and unethical businesses who claim to specialize in tax preparation. Additionally, BBB reminds businesses and consumers to be aware of an increase in IRS impostors attempting to contact tax filers through email, text, social media, or other methods to steal personally identifiable information (PII).
Some types of turfgrass grow slower than others, making for a low-maintenance lawn. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Michael Miller)
Using the right mower with sharp blades can simplify mowing. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Michael Miller)
AgriLife Extension turfgrass specialist shares mowing tips for this spring
The City of Forney is excited to confirm that HEB, a renowned regional supermarket chain, has confirmed its plans to establish a new store within The Villages at Gateway development. This development, located just east of North Gateway Boulevard and U.S. Highway 80, is poised to offer HEB an excellent location and serve as a premier retail destination for our region.
The Kaufman County Commissioners Court recognized and offered their congratulations to the County Clerk’s office for receiving the 2023 Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Five Star Award. This marks the 18th year that the Clerk’s office has received this prestigious award.
Luke’s old camp coffee pot finally sprung a leak after many years. He will put the handle from the old one on the new and keep the tradition going!
Coffee Pots Old and New
Spring is here and homeowners are eager to get outside and spruce up their yards. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing outdoor power equipment, small engine, utility vehicle, golf car and personal transport vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, reminds homeowners to keep safety in mind.
Jennifer Angel, Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Can You Save Too Much For a Rainy Day?
O.H. Ivie returned to the spotlight with its fourth Legacy Class Lunker of the 2024 Toyota ShareLunker season.
Professional Broadway show veteran and Irish singer, David Shannon, blends the Broadway standards of his onstage career with the unique sounds of his heritage in a special concert at the Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center in Terrell at 7:30 pm on Tuesday evening, March 12, 2024.
Lone Star CASA celebrates the adoption of Joey, a young boy who endured prolonged uncertainty in finding his forever home after almost four years in foster care.
Storage Plus of Forney
12554 FM 1641
Photo: Lenny McKinney
February 21, 2024
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
