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PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY UPDATE Mary Whitehurst Replies To Article

PRAIRIE VIEW CEMETERY UPDATE

For several months, the FHPL has been involved with a project to “spruce up” Prairie View Cemetery on the east side of town and to find and mark graves that have never had, or have lost, their markers. The project has moved ahead well with the help of several folks and groups and is also striving to find where there are open spots for more burials, while making sure not to disturb present and/or unmarked burial sites. The following article has been prepared by Board Member, Charles Beason, to update what has been accomplished and to alert visitors to the cemetery concerning what they may encounter and to ask that metal disk markers of any type be left undisturbed. Please read and take note, and “thanks” in advance for your cooperation. (Themer) **Anyone who has recently driven by Prairie View Cemetery on East Broad Street in Forney may have noticed that the grounds of this historic African-American cemetery are nicely mowed and much overgrowth has been cut, especially on the west end and along the railroad side. There are many unmarked graves throughout this historical property, and the cemetery is beginning to run out of known available space for future interments. However, a recent project has been concluded that will make it possible to provide some additional lots for burials.

Rainfall Across Texas Brings

Low stock tank levels around the state were a major concern for cattle producers around the state. While rainfall across Texas helped many areas, surface water availability remained an issue as drought conditions continued. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Courtney Sacco)

Rainfall Across Texas Brings

Crop field shows cracks in the soil from prolonged drought and extreme heat. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Sam Craft)

Rainfall Across Texas Brings Relief, but Drought Remains

Rainfall across Texas and cooler temperatures provided agricultural producers some relief from drought and extreme heat over recent weeks, but most areas remain in a moisture deficit, according to the Texas state climatologist and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service agronomists.

Managing Stress
Managing Stress

Managing Stress

Do you ever feel stressed? Is stress a regular component of your lifestyle? What exactly is stress? What causes it and what can you do to manage and reduce it?

Signs Children Might be Victims of Bullying

Signs Children Might be Victims of Bullying

Despite the best efforts of educators and parents, bullying is a problem at many schools. According to StopBullying.gov, an official website of the United States government, as many as one in three American students say they have been bullied at school. And the problem is not exclusive to the United States, as the Canadian Institutes of Health Research report that at least one in three adolescent students in Canada report being recent victims of bullying.

Houses on Rocks, Houses on Sand
Houses on Rocks, Houses on Sand

Houses on Rocks, Houses on Sand

“Write what you know.” Mark Twain said that. At least, per the app Goodreads, Twain is the quote generator. When I decided to include that quote in this week’s column, I went down a “who said it” rabbit hole. There seems to be two distinct camps: Twain or Hemingway. Papa, the latter, gave a more explanatory version of the idea. “Write what you know, leave out unnecessary words, and don’t do it to be famous.” And really, doesn’t that just suit the two of them? Twain with his Americanaesque yet direct writing style of “this is where it happened and what it looked like and what was said” vs Papa’s ability to heat you up to a boil and then allow you to emotionally simmer. Both are beautifully effective storytelling styles. Sage advice, it is, regardless of the creator. I was thinking about that today, because I struggle with what to say, and I struggle often. It’s been over four years of weekly columns. I have enjoyed unburdening my soul, publicly. I write, mainly, about loss and illness and growing up poor in the country. It is what I know. But, that tiny violin runs out of songs, at times. Yet, who am I to defy the likes of Mark & Ernest? So, today, I had an idea. Let’s talk about the things you grasp on to when all the other things are imploding. I have vast experience in this area, though it may not paint me in the best light.

OUTDOORSW

A late summer bowhunt for hogs is a great tune up for the opener of archery whitetail season. Luke took this good ‘eater’ hog last year with his Gearhead bow.

OUTDOORS

WITH LUKE CLAYTON

Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver
Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver

Forney Percussion Brings Home the Silver

The Forney High School Band Drumline had their first competition of the season on Saturday at Pennington Field in Bedford. They were rewarded with a 2nd Place (Silver Medal Trophy) in the 6A Advance Category. The Competition provided the students with valuable feedback about their performance. The goal is to help the students become better at their percussion craft. The Drumline puts in the work to be excellent. Each school day the students practice with he FHS band before the start of the school day at 6:45 a.m. They also spend a class period each day working on percussion specific music.

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