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Rabbits Crash Panther Homecoming 42 to 21

Two weeks ago, Forney High homecoming court nominees were escorted by their loved ones across the City Bank Stadium football field dressed in elaborate gowns and suits, representing their classmates and community. Last week, it was Lufkin’s turn to...

North Texas Food Bank and State Fair of Texas Host “Feed the Need” Food Drive

The State Fair of Texas kicks off on Friday, September 29 and once again will partner with the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) to collect food donations to benefit neighbors facing hunger across North Texas. “The State Fair of Texas team has proudly...

Forney ISD Dedicates Mary Lou Dewberry Elementary School

On Thursday evening September 21st Forney ISD dedicated Mary Lou Dewberry Elementary School. Mary Lou Dewberry was a Forney ISD paraprofessional for 27 years, who had a huge impact on her students across 4 decades. She was born January 30, 1933 in...

Defense is the Order of the Day, Falcons Win 20 to 16 Over Horn

The magic of a playofflike atmosphere filled the air as the Falcons took on Mesquite Horn for their first district appointment of the 2023 season. The Falcon offense struck gold on the first play from scrimmage to McCoy, who would go 80 yards for...

Crandall ISD Adopts Budget, Lowers Tax Rate for Fifth-Consecutive Year

At the Monday, August 28, school board meeting, Crandall ISD Trustees adopted a $64,363,304 general operating budget for the 2023-24 school year and lowered the district’s tax rate for the fifth consecutive time. The new $1.1692 tax rate has dropped...

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Forney Police Make Injury to a Child Arrests

On the morning of Friday, September 1st, the Forney Police Department responded to a local elementary school within the Forney ISD in reference to an injury to a child investigation. Officers were able to establish that the injuries were severe and...

Dispelling Common Misconceptions About Hospice Care

Hospice is intended to provide comfort and support to patients at the end of their life so that they can experience their remaining time in the best ways possible.

By Statepoint

Did You Know?

To the best of my reading knowledge, all of the following are factual, except one that is the answer to “Themer’s bonus answers collection.”

By Don Themer Staff Writer

Forney ISD Wins Architecture Award

TASA and Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) have announced that 46 projects will be included in the 2023-24 Exhibit of School Architecture.

Schools & Sports

Events designed to celebrate the outdoor life style are always well received. Here a chuck wagon cook is serving some tasty food prepared right over the campfire embers at an event in Greenville earlier this year.

OUTDOORS

Outdoor folks love to get together and talk about the things near and dear to their hearts: hunting, fishing, camping, outdoor cooking, and a smorgasbord of other topics.

Rabbits Crash Panther Homecoming 42 to 21

Two weeks ago, Forney High homecoming court nominees were escorted by their loved ones across the City Bank Stadium football field dressed in elaborate gowns and suits, representing their classmate

By Ihinosen Ohizua Fhs Senior Photos By Eddy Taylor

Defense is the Order of the Day, Falcons Win 20 to 16 Over Horn

The magic of a playofflike atmosphere filled the air as the Falcons took on Mesquite Horn for their first district appointment of the 2023 season.

By Nfhs Coach Mike Idleman Photos By Denilson Sibrian

FINANCIAL FOCUS

Paying for health care can be challenging — but are you taking full advantage of all the resources available to you?

FINANCIAL FOCUS

If you have grandchildren, you probably enjoy spending time with them and watching them grow.

By Submitted By: Fay Headley, Cfp -edward Jones If You Have Grandchildren, You Probably Enjoy Spending Time With Them And Watching Them Grow. And To Help Them Achieve A Bright Future, You Might Like To Make Some Financial Gifts