News from area colleges. . .

All members of the University of the Cumberlands family wish to congratulate Godey Osawaru of Forney on their graduation from the university. Well done, Patriot! Just under 6,000 students make up this year’s graduating class.

Centenary Presents Awards During Annual Honors Convocation

Centenary College’s annual Honors Convocation recognizes students for achievements in academics and campus leadership and serves as one of the capstones for the academic year.

Two Forney ISD Teachers Honored by CMA Foundation as 2024 Music Teachers of Excellence

Corey Graves, Band Director at Jackson Middle School, and Cody Newman, Band Director at Forney High School, were chosen by the Country Music Association (CMA) Foundation as a 2024 Music Teachers of Excellence.

Dallas Arboretum Memorial Day Family Fun Weekend May 25 to 27

Spend the holiday weekend at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden during Memorial Day Family Fun Weekend, presented by Primrose Schools in Dallas – Fort Worth.

Dallas County Releases Records Showing Judical Candidate Rick Harrison Has Been Arrested & Convicted Multiple Times For DWI

During his second DWI, police dash camera catches then-prosecutor Harrison pressuring arresting officer to let him go by flashing his official District Attorney badge Dallas County has released official prosecution records showing Rick Harrison has been arrested and convicted multiple times for...

What is the “Silver Tsunami”?

The United States is changing, and observant individuals may notice the nation is skewing a little older than it has in recent years. Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate roughly 56 million Americans had reached age 65 by 2020, which marked a nearly 39 percent increase since 2010.

When You Don’t Cry as Often Anymore

By Jill Pertler Yesterday, I woke up and did my usual morning routine. Part of this includes a contemplative time when I attempt to align my thoughts and find my calm for the upcoming day. It’s a nice moment and it was this morning as well, except I found myself crying.

Outside Factors Affect Home, Auto Insurance Costs

Numerous factors affect the cost of claims that insurance companies pay as their obligation under an insurance policy. These factors include: • Inflation, which can affect the cost of new and used vehicles, car parts, and repairs.

WILDLIFE CLOSE TO HOME

WITH LUKE CLAYTON For the past quarter-century, we have lived on a few acres in an area comprised of 5- to 10-acre tracts.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

When you’re creating your estate plan, your biggest priority may be taking care of your family — your spouse, grown children, grandchildren, and other loved ones.