http://www.forneypost.net The Forney Post is an online newspaper that servers Forney, TX, and Kaufman County. 2008 http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/04/countycommissioner.html If you drive on Highway 80 or I-20 during rush hour, you realize that every year our roads are getting more and more congested in the western half of Kaufman County. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:37:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/03/accident.html At approximately 3:00 p.m. Wednesday afternoon, a major accident occurred on Highway 80 that shut down the eastbound lanes for over an hour and sent one man with critical injuries to an area hospital by careflight. Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:37:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/03/citycouncilmeeting.html Tuesday evening, the Forney City Council met to hear and approve a number of items, including the Comprehensive Plan, the Historic Downtown area, and a revision to the animal ordinance to include dangerous animals. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:58:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/03/citymanagerupdate.html At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, Forney City Manager Brian Brooks updated the public on major roadway projects around town. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:58:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/12/02/crosscountry.html On Monday evening, the FISD Board of Trustees and Athletic Director Eli Melton honored the Men and Ladies Cross Country Teams after making State. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:07:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/02/dangerousanimalordinance.html Tuesday night, the Forney City Council will consider an amendment to the Animal Control Ordinance that gives animal control officers more flexibility in defining an animal as “dangerous” and the means with which they can handle the animal. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/02/fisdboardmtg.html On Monday night, the Forney ISD School Board of Trustees met in a regularly scheduled meeting and received updates on the construction of the North Forney High School, approved the purchase of buses, and received an update on the 2009-2010 school year calendaring, among other items. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/12/02/christmastree.html On Monday afternoon, the City of Forney began assembly of the city's official Christmas Tree. The tree is located at the corner of Main St., across from the Sub-Courthouse. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/12/02/rheateacherhonored.html Christina Cottongame, a teacher at Rhea Elementary School was recently notified by KERA that she was the runner-up winner for the Public Television station's Do the Math teacher contest. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/01/combinecitysecarrested.html Late Monday afternoon, the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office said thirty-three year old Pamela stone of Crandall was arrested on November 28, 2008 for charging $10,000 worth of personal expenses on her city credit card. Stone was the City Secretary for the City of Combine. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:03:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/12/01/footballdistrictawards.html Great seasons have great rewards, and the 2008 Jackrabbits have earned a number of them including a Coach of the Year, District MVP, and ten players making the All District Team, First Team. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:51:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/01/givingback.html “Giving back to Forney” has been a central theme and purpose of Forney’s Hometown Christmas since its conception five years ago. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:01:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/01/blackfriday.html This years Black Friday turned out to be a not so nice one after three deaths were reported in two stores across the country. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:01:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/01/healthcare.html As the economy worsens, states are seeing boosts in enrollment in Medicaid and SCHIP while they struggle with their own fiscal problems. They’re asking for relief from the federal government to prevent cutting benefits and people from these programs. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:01:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/12/01/givingback.html “Giving back to Forney” has been a central theme and purpose of Forney’s Hometown Christmas since its conception five years ago. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:01:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/28/fhtcbanner.html The holiday season officially arrived Wednesday with the annual hanging of the Hometown Christmas Bunny Banner at the entrance to historic downtown Forney. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 15:32:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/26/pageant.html Local toddler, Flora Morgan Tamayo, recently won the International Girl Tiny Miss Beauty Title at the 2008 International Girl Seagofest Pageant. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:24:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/26/brushfire.html On Tuesday afternoon at approximately 3:00 p.m., a brush fire began in Rockwall County near the Kaufman County line that consumed 100 acres of dry grass and brush, and threatened area homes. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:11:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/26/stalled.html Forney High School Sophomores, Garrett Jensen, Nick Rothouse, Ken Patterson, Caleb Trotter and Jacob Wikoff, all members of the band Stalled, have won a semi-finalist position in the NAMM 2nd Annual SchoolJam Battle of the Bands Contest. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:11:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/24/walmarttheftarrest.html In a developing story, at approximately 2:45 Monday afternoon, police were called to Wal-Mart when an unknown woman was caught by employees running through the store with stolen items. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:14:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/25/ladiesbasketballvssasche.html The Lady Jackrabbits baskeball team rebounded after a loss on Friday night to defeat Sasche 57-41. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:29:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/25/forneypwa.html The FPWA Little League Jackrabbits played in the 2008 Tri- County Super Bowl this past Saturday against the Forney Longhorns. The caravan met at the High School and the march was on to Kaufman. Signs on the side of the road rooted the boys on and wished them good luck. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:29:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/25/citymanagerinterview.html On Monday morning, The Post sat down with Forney City Manager Brian Brooks in a question/answer time. The discussion was about the local economy and sales tax revenue, savings in the city budget and its use, and potential effects of deflation in the housing market. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/24/arrested.html Last Thursday, the Kaufman County Narcotics Division arrested a 50 year-old womand and her 29 year-old son for selling drugs near a High School. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:26:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/24/basketballvscarter.html On Friday night, the Lady Jackrabbits baskeball team played Dallas Carter in a non-district home game, loosing 58-46. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:43:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/premiersports/2008/24/premiernov24.html Premier Sports has added more Soccer divisions ! Due to the overwhelming number of teams entered in the small sided indoor soccer divisions, we are forced to add more divisions beginning Dec 1st. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:43:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/24/hometownchristmas.html Thanksgiving arrives this week, and shortly thereafter Forney will officially open its Christmas season by hosting Forney’s Hometown Christmas. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/24/edc.html On Friday evening, Forney Economic Development Director Fran Owens hosted an Open House reception at the EDC offices located on South Bois d’Arc in historic downtown Forney. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/21/basketballvscarter.html Friday night, the Lady Jackrabbits baskeball team will take on Dallas Carter in a non-district home game starting at 7:30 p.m. According to Head Coach Neal Weaver, " Carter is fast and aggressive. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:53:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/21/plates.html Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials have learned that the state's private specialty license plate marketing vendor, My Plates LLC, is ceasing operations in the state of Texas, effective immediately. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/21/edc.html On Thursday evening, the Forney Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Board of Directors gathered in a regularly scheduled meeting. The directors were updated on several issues of economic development including the funding issues surrounding Cirrus hospital and a controversy surrounding Kaufman County Day. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:35:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/20/choir.html Matthew Morales, a junior Forney High School Chorale Tenor 2 vocalist recently earned a position in the Texas Area Choir during auditions held on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at North Garland High School in the Garland ISD. He is the first choir student at Forney High School to be selected to the Texas Area Choir. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:10:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/20/justicecenter.html The much needed new Justice Center under construction on FM 548 next to the new 128 acre community park, which is also under construction, is moving quickly in anticipation of the police department moving in this summer. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:51:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/20/hensarling.html U.S. Congressman Jeb Hensarling (TX-05) today was appointed to serve on the Congressional Oversight Panel, a five-member organization established to provide oversight for the $700 billion Troubled Asset Recovery Program, or TARP, created in October. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:51:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/19/hayesjonesweddingannouncement.html Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:22:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/petarticles/2008/11/19/obedience.html The importance of obedience applies to more than just the everyday life of your dog. Imagine your family enjoying a BBQ on the front lawn; kids playing ball with your dog and the ball bounces toward the street with a car speeding by!! You can call your children away but what about your dog? A few simple commands of Stay, Come, or even Down could save his life. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:22:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/19/basketballseasonopener.html On Tuesday night, the men's varsity basketball team opened their season at home against Jefferson-Dallas Patriots, defeating them handily 72-48. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/19/volleyballhonors.html The success of the 2008 Lady Jackrabbit volleyball team continues to grow. After finishing the regular season with a third place finish in District 15-4A and a trip to the playoffs, several players were recently recognized for their success in the classroom as well as on the court. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/19/councilmeeting.html A shorter than usual meeting of the Forney City Council produced a couple of interesting pieces of news for Forney citizens on Tuesday night. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/19/vandals.html Overnight, a vehicle parked on a street in the Fox Hollow sub-division was vandalized and property was stolen from inside the vehicle. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/19/cops.html Forney’s Hometown Christmas is just around the corner, and the Forney Citizens on Patrol (C.O.P.) will be there to both watch over the events, assist the Forney Police Department as needed, and to talk to anyone interested in what the C.O.P.’s do for the city. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/18/hotelaccident.html Earlier today a construction worker fell from a three story window at the Best Western construction site located on FM 741 just behind McDonald’s, in Forney. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 21:34:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/18/duiarrest.html Early Sunday morning, a 9-1-1 call was recieved about a vehicle that hit a guard rail at Highway 80 and Helms Trail. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/18/homeprices.html Dallas-Fort Worth home prices dipped by 2.3 percent in the latest measure of the nationwide housing market. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/18/basketballseasonopener.html The men's varsity basketball season begins tonight when the Jackrabbits host Dallas Jefferson. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/18/ladiesbasketball.html There is an old saying, "It's better to struggle early than late." It is early in the basketball season, and the lady Jackrabbits basketball team is struggling as they find their identity. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/18/volleyball.html The Forney middle school seventh grade volleyball teams swept the District Tournament this last Saturday, with the A and B teams swapping places. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/17/accidentfm548.html At approximately 5:30 p.m. Monday evening, an accident near the busy intersection of FM 548 and Highway 80, in front of the Murphy gas station, sent one to the emergency room. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:50:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/17/football.html The 2008 FHS football team exceeded all expectations in 2008, completing the regular season with a 9-1 record, and earning a playoff birth for the first time since joining the 4A class. This season, the team was the pride of Forney. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/17/tsh.html The Christmas Store, located on the second floor of Terrell State Hospitals Volunteer Services Center, is a unique place designed to give each patient the ability to feel good about themselves each Christmas. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/17/crosscountry.html It wasn’t the results they wanted, but then again it was the UIL Cross Country State Championships at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock Saturday Mon, 17 Nov 2008 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/17/forneypwa.html Two Jackrabbit teams advanced to the second round of playoff this past weekend held in Kaufman. A blustery day for football, with high numbing winds, everyone wrapped in blankets, sipping hot chocolate; football went on… Mon, 17 Nov 2008 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/14/santacops.html The Forney Rotary and the Forney Police Department have joined forces to help families in need this holiday season. Fri, 13 Nov 2008 17:10:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/14/recycle.html Kaufman County Pct. 2 and the Environmental Co-op announce a new residential recycling drop-off site, to be located at the Precinct 2 maintenance barn at 12051 Precinct Circle, at the corner of FM 741 and FM 2932. Fri, 13 Nov 2008 17:10:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports.html Fri, 13 Nov 2008 17:10:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/14/underdogs.html The Dallas Morning News Staff has picked by a 5-1 vote that Waco Midway will defeat Forney tonight as the teams prepare to meet in the first round of the playoffs. Fri, 13 Nov 2008 17:10:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/14/angeltree.html The Forney Lions Club, through its Angel Tree Program, will once again assist families who live in the Forney Independent School District and who need help with Christmas gifts for the children and food for the families. Fri, 13 Nov 2008 17:10:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/14/gardenclub.html Forney Garden Club will meet Tuesday, November 18 at 10:15 a.m. in the Great Hall area at the back parking lot entrance of the First Baptist Church Campus... Fri, 13 Nov 2008 17:10:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/odds/2008/11/13/joblessclaims.html The government says that the number of newly laid-off individuals seeking unemployment benefits jumped more than expected last week to a seven-year high. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:31:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/odds/2008/11/13/banks.html Executives from four financial institutions that have received a total of $75 billion in federal bailout funds are promising they won't use the money to pay their executives and employees. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:31:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/odds/2008/11/13/cars.html Seller beware. Dallas police say a known thief is at it again, ripping off the sellers of expensive cars who advertise on websites such as Craigslist Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:31:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/odds/2008/11/13/fbi.html Ruben B. Bohuchot, the former Chief Technology Officer at the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Sam A. Lindsay to 11 years in federal prison. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:31:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/13/crosbyfirefighter.html Crosby students were recently visited by Forney firefighters and Sparky the Fire Dog. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:24:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/13/preparation.html Are you ready for some playoff football? After years of waiting, Forney will play its first playoff game since joining 4A Class football. Head Coach Kevin Rush and his coaching staff have been preparing diligently for tomorrow nights game in Midlothian. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:08:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/13/brown.html State Representative Betty Brown won her seat back in last weeks election by overwhelming numbers.One of her campaign themes, and an issue she has been fighting for in the State House, is a Voter ID bill that would require all voters to show a photo ID to vote. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:24:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/13/accident.html Early Thursday morning, an eighteen wheeler traveling eastbound on Interstate 20 near FM 548 crashed through the median and settled near the westbound lanes. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:39:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/12/fire.html Early Tuesday afternoon, a trailer broke out in fire off of FM 1641 and Douglass, just south of Interstate 20. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 21:30:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/12/lakepointe.html In a nicer than usual ribbon cutting ceremony, the new Lake Pointe Imaging Center located within the Forney Medical Plaza officially opened its Forney location recently. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:46:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/12/hometownchristmas.html Christmas is just around the corner and plans are quickly coming together for Forney’s Hometown Christmas. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:46:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/12/ladiesbasketballgamevsmountpleasant.html On Tuesday night, the lady’s varsity basketball team opened their season at home against Mount Pleasant with a 60-34 win. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:46:00 GMT District Champs Preparing for Waco Midway http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/12/crosscountry.html There was little doubt left after the dirt had settled about which 4A high school in Region II had the best cross country teams. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:46:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/premiersports/2008/11/12/karoke.html This Friday night Premier Sports is doing something a little different. We will have Karaoke for the kids along with the usual Dodgeball. Activities Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:46:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/11/ladiesbasketballgame.html The ladies varsity basketball team opens their season tonight against Mount Pleasant. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/11/poll.html The Forney football moved up from #11 to break into the top 10. As the Jackrabbits prepare to take on Waco Midway in Friday night's playoff showdown, the team moved up to the #9 spot. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/11/forneypwa.html Two of the Jackrabbit teams traveled to Eustace to play in the first round of playoffs this past Saturday. As the season goes on for the K-2 Jackrabbits the 3-4 season comes to a close. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/11/downtownboundaries.html At last Thursday evenings Planning and Zoning meeting, Commissioners approved a new zone designed to outline an official downtown area for Forney. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/11/veterans.html As he prepares to observe his first Veterans Day as Veterans Affairs secretary, Dr. James B. Peake said he believes the United States is living up to Abraham Lincoln’s pledge to care for “him who has borne the battle, and his widow and his orphan.” Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/11/tanning.html Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott has charged Houston-based tanning salon operators with conducting an unlawful marketing campaign. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/fhssportsvideos/shorties/index.html Pictures and videos from Friday night's game vs. Red Oak Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:07:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/10/brownvolleyball.html The Brown Middle School, 7th grade, Volleyball team is undefeated at 9-0 going into the district tournament in Terrell next Saturday. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:07:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/10/scouts.html On September 27, Canupa Chapter from Cherokee District, Boy Scouts of America, participated in the 10th Annual Cedar Creek Cleanup. There were a total of 15 youth and 10 adults helping with the cleanup. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:07:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/petarticles/2008/11/10/firsttriptogroomers.html Anyone with a dog that will require constant grooming should start out by taking your dog in for a simple bath and brush. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:07:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/10/accident.html Late Monday morning, an accident on the south access road of Highway gained attention from city, county and state authorities when it was believed a bus had rolled over. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:35:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/10/football.html On Friday night, the Seniors celebrated "Senior Night" as the Jackrabbits defeated Red Oak 44-30. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:02:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/09/velero.html The Valero gas station located at Pinson Road and the ramp to Highway 80 on the north side of the overpass has re-opened. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:56:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/10/hensarling.html Families across East Texas observe Veterans Day by honoring the courageous service of millions of American soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:56:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/10/felfawardsgrants.html On November 4th, the Prize Patrol for the Forney Educational Leadership Foundation toured various schools across the Forney ISD and awarded over $37,000 for various educational programs throughout the Forney ISD. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:56:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/10/carshow.html On Sunday afternoon, the Forney Economic Development Corporation and the Historic Business District Focus Group jointly sponsored the First Annual Turkey Trax Autorama car show in downtown Forney. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:56:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/07/tacobell.html Taco Bell is officially coming to Forney. That's the word at last nights Planning and Zoning Commission. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 17:58:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/odds/2008/11/07/citizens.html More people became US citizens in fiscal year 2008 than in any other year in history. Just over a million took the Oath of Allegiance 50 percent more than in 2007. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:15:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/07/verterans.html The Forney High School Student Council requests the honor of your presence at our Veteran’s Day program. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:15:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/07/chamber.html On Thursday, the Forney Chamber of Commerce gathered at lunch for networking, and the monthly business meeting. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:15:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/07/football.html The Forney Jackrabbits have had an incredible season, winning their district with 8-1 overall record (4-1 District). The closest team to them is Lancaster with a 4-1 district record, but a 5-4 record overall. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:15:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/07/planningandzoning.html At last nights meeting of the Forney Planning and Zoning Commission, Commissioners voted unanimously against approving a re-zoning request that was making its fourth appearance before the Commission. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/07/shrimpboil.html On Thursday, teachers in one local school were treated to a special lunch by the Forney Educational Leadership Foundation. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/06/accident.html A two vehicle accident happened Thursday afternoon at the intersection of FM 548 and FM 688 at approximately 3:00 p.m. that left one injured, and two cars in need of repair. Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:21:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/06/carshow.html The Forney EDC and the Historic Business District Focus Group are sponsoring the First Annual Turkey Trax Autorama to be held on the streets of Downtown Forney starting at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday November 9, 2008 on Main Street. Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:53:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/05/volleyball.html Volleyball Head Coach Lisa Rockhill had high hopes for this years playoff team. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:22:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/05/electionnight.html On a night of change on the national level, the local level saw very little change. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 14:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/05/brownwinsrelection.html Incumbent State Representative Betty Brown won a convincing re-election campaign to represent Kaufman and Henderson Counties in the Texas state legislature. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 14:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/05/obama.html Democrat Barack Obama soundly defeated Republican John McCain to become the 44th president of the United States on Tuesday in a historic election. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 14:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/04/nfhslogo.html The Forney ISD Board of Trustees approved the official logo of the North Forney High School Falcons Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:13:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/04/immunization.html There will be a Free Immunization Clinic at the First United Methodist Church, Tuesday , November 11 from 5-7 pm. It's for children from birth to 18 years. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:58:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/04/ford.html The recent Drive One 4 UR School fundraiser sponsored by Ford and Randall Noe Ford here in Forney raised $2,300 for Forney High School. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:58:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2008/11/04/immunization.html There will be a Free Immunization Clinic at the First United Methodist Church, Tuesday , November 11 from 5-7 pm. It's for children from birth to 18 years. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:58:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/04/volleyball.html Volleyball Head Coach Lisa Rockhill is very proud of her team's accomplishments in her first year with the team. Tonight,they will meet Midlothian (20-11) in Ennis for the teams first playoff game since moving in the 4A Class. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:08:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2008/11/04/forneypwa.html “JuJu”, a good luck motto, spoken by Coach Carroll to mean "Mojo"….or to bring luck to…. (had to be there, inside joke) It was a win or lose situation for the K-2 team this weekend Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:08:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/04/citymeetscounty.html On Tuesday morning, Forney city officials fulfilled the legal requirement of informing the county that they will be pursuing a Tax Increment Fund (TIF) to help finance the infrastructure of Meadow Ridge Farms, the new mall and entertainment area on Highway 80, just west of Windmill Farms. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 14:15:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/04/martinez.html Rhea Elementary fifth grade student Jeremy Martinez, son of Charles and Susan Martinez, recited the Pledge of Allegiance and gave an update on Rhea Elementary School during the Forney ISD Board of Trustee’s regular monthly board meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, 2008. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 14:15:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2008/11/03/assaultarrest.html Two men, both from Forney, have been arrested on Aggravated Sexual Assault charges that stem from criminal allegations surrounding the Napoli’s Italian Restaurant in Corsicana. Mon, 03 Nov 2008 18:22:00 GMT