Forney Chamber Ribbon Cutting

May 17, 2024 Essence Dentistry & Cosmetics 823 FM 548 Suite 130

Remembering the Fallen

The significance of Memorial Day is that it honors those Americans who have died while in the military service of their country, particularly those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle. From 1868 until 1970 it was observed on May 30.

News from area colleges. . .

Bianca Rachelle Cunningham of Forney, TX, has graduated Cum Laude from Wayland Baptist University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management and Marketing.

SNHU Announces Winter 2024 President’s List

It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Winter 2024 President’s List. The winter terms run from January to May. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.

Campbell Lino Named to Spring 2024 Dean’s Honor List at Cedarville University

Campbell Lino of Terrell, was named to the Dean’s Honor List at Cedarville University for Spring 2024. This recognition requires the student to obtain a 3.75 GPA or higher for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Matthew Scott Graduates from McKendree University

Matthew Isaiah Scott of Forney, Texas, has graduated from McKendree University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science & Sports Performance.

5 Reasons We Need More Yards, Parks and Community Green Space

For 15 years the Turf-Mutt Foundation has advocated for the care and use of yards, parks, and other green spaces.

Bois d’Arc, Texas’ Newest Lake, Opens for Great Fishing Following Intense Stocking and Habitat Installation Efforts

When Bois d’Arc Lake in Fannin County officially opened for use in April, Texas got its first major reservoir in more than 30 years.

’Tis the Season for Wildlife Encounters

Whether hiking remote trails or backyard gardening, ‘tis the season for Texans to encounter the offspring of many wildlife species.

TPWD Emphasizes Need for Boaters to “Clean, Drain, and Dry”

As we approach summertime, Texans throughout the state will head to the water for fun and recreation. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers who enjoy the waterways to do their part to protect the Texas lakes we love from aquatic invasive species.