News

Sweet Doggy Dreams?

News Staff

Thu, 09/19/2024 - 05:00

It can be disconcerting to new dog owners when they discover their pooches whimpering, shaking or seemingly crying in their sleep. Although there may be some rare instances when this behavior is linked to pain and distress, by and large it is a natural response in many animals when they doze off.

Crandall ISD’s Pirate PRIDE Cheer Team: A Story of Inclusion, Community, and Pirate Spirit!

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

In Crandall ISD, a remarkable new tradition is emerging with the formation of the Pirate PRIDE Cheer Team, where PRIDE stands for Pirates. Respect. Inclusion. Disabilities. Everyone matters in CISD.

Human Trafficking Awareness Exhibit Comes to TVCC

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

Trinity Valley Community College is offering students, staff, faculty, and community members the opportunity to understand the significant issues of human trafficking through a traveling exhibit called “Not Alone: Working Together in the Fight Against Human Trafficking.”

A Clean Slate for a Fresh Start

Billie Kasper

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

A clean slate is an interesting item to contemplate. Is it clean because it has never been used, or is it clean because it has recently been washed?

Forney Chamber Ribbon Cutting

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

September 5, 2024

Kaufman County Elections Department Asks Community to Register to Vote

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

To celebrate National Voter Registration Day Kaufman County Elections Department is encouraging citizens to Register to vote and/or update their voter registration ahead of the Presidential Election.

Did You Know? National Football League

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

The start of the National Football League season is cause for celebration for millions of fans, but this year’s season may prove especially intriguing for supporters of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Finding Help For Addiction

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

Anyone thinking about seeking help for addiction should know that they are not alone. The 2022 United States National Survey on Drug Use and Health indicates 46.8 million Americans age 12 and older battled a substance use disorder in the previous 12 months.

About Jamie Dietrich

Sean Dietrich

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

Yesterday, I was digging through boxes in the garage. The boxes were covered in dust. I found important things I didn’t even know I owned. A fondue pot, for instance. I found our wedding photos, too. I had to sit down to look at them. In one photo, I’m wearing a tux.

Forney Has Lost Another Icon–ED WILSON

News Staff

Thu, 09/12/2024 - 05:00

W. E. (William Edward Wilson) has left this earthly sphere, but his legacy of more than one-half century of working for and with Forney and its residents shall long remain..... and his influence went way beyond this community!