http://www.forneypost.net The Forney Post is an online newspaper that servers Forney, TX, and Kaufman County. 2008 http://forneypost.net/articles/2009/08/03/i20-rollover-accident.html Onlookers watched and traffic slowed to a crawl as Forney Police started the week-end off by responding to a one car roll-over accident reported at marker 490 on Interstate 20, Friday afternoon. Monday, 03 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://forneypost.net/articles/2009/08/03/billy-jones-brought-a-crowd.html The Billy Jones Band was a smash hit with area residents attending their performance at the Forney Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9180 (VFW) Saturday night. Monday, 03 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://forneypost.net/articles/2009/08/03/motor-home-catches-fire-on-i20.html Sunday afternoon, a large, bellowing cloud of black smoke could be seen to the south of Forney and one quick responding Poster reader captured several amazing pictures of the cause of the smoke. Monday, 03 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://forneypost.net/community/2009/08/03/forney-student-goes-to-washington.html Forney High student Fiona Akoth has been nominated to attend the National Youth Leadership Forum on National Security in Washington, D.C. Monday, 03 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/24/jurytrial/forney_judge.html Tuesday afternoon Forney Municipal Judge Patricia Ashcroft presided over the Jury Trial of one Forney resident who insisted he was not speeding along Broad Street. Friday, 24 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/24/terrell_police_incident.html According to a Terrell Police Department Press Release, on Wednesday evening at approximately 9:05 p.m... Friday, 24 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/24/north_texas_water.html What’s your Water IQ? Friday, 24 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/24/animal_hospital.html Forney residents and animal lovers are reminded to stop by the Grand Opening of the Forney Animal Hospital on Saturday, July 25th from 2-5 p.m. Friday, 24 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/23/stolen_tractor.html A cooperative investigation between the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office, Mesquite Police Department, Department of Public Safety, and Constable Precinct 4 has resulted in the arrest of one individual being charged with theft and the recovery of more than $25,000 worth of heavy construction equipment. Thursday, 23 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/23/council/pate_transportation.html Tuesday evening, citizens attending the Forney City Council meeting were provided an update on city road repair projects by Jennie Taraborelli of Pate Transportation. Thursday, 23 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/22/forneypost.html I want to express my thanks and gratitude to all of those who have supported me over the last four years. Wednesday, 22 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/22/kaufman_da.html It has been more than a month since District Attorney, Rick Harrison, was involved in a serious automobile accident. At the scene of the accident, Seagoville Police suspected that Mr. Harrison was driving while intoxicated. Wednesday, 22 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/22/kaufman_narcotics.html Kaufman County narcotics investigators conducted a two month long investigation that resulted in the issuance of over 40 arrest warrants that included 35 different individuals. Wednesday, 22 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/22/uil_drug_testing.html The Forney Independent School District recently set initial drug testing dates for all secondary grade level students who plan to participate in a University Interscholastic League (UIL) event during the 2009-2010 school year. Wednesday, 22 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/21/Texas_Spit.html Weather it’s known as snuff, chew or dip, many Texas teens new smokeless or spit tobacco as a safer alternative to smoking. Texas teens now outnumber adults two to one when it comes to spit tobacco use. Tuesday, 21 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/21/Impact_Oddender.html The Kaufman County District Attorney's Office, along with all law enforcement agencies within the county, has agreed to form an Impact Offender Program (IOP) which will start in Kaufman County August 1st. . Tuesday, 21 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/20/kaufman_arrest.html Kaufman County Sheriff David Byrnes credits the diligent work of Kaufman County Deputies leading to the arrest of three men for the burglary of a building in Crandall Texas. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/20/TSHWatermelon/Terrel_Watermelon.html Summertime fun was at hand for the patients of Terrell State Hospital last Thursday as the Terrell Kiwanis Club arrived to serve several hundred watermelons. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/20/two_arrested/counterfeit.html Forney Police arrest Two Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/07/20/casa_volunteers_needed.html Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is a non-profit organization that trains and supports community volunteers Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/17/chamber_mixer.html The Forney Chamber of Commerce held its monthly After Hours Mixer Thursday afternoon and around sixty members and business associates gathered for a lovely cocktail reception. Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:14:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/17/fisd_ticket_sales.html The Forney Independent School District recently released information regarding the sale of season and individual game ticket sales for Forney High School Varsity Football games as well as a change in the location of where tickets are sold. Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:14:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/17/letter_to_the_editor.html I am a co-owner of a home healthcare agency in Kaufman, Texas and would like to address the current pending legislation for healthcare reform. As President Obama and Congress push forward with a plan this year Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:14:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/17/seagoville_murder_suspect_arrested.html Dustin Lee Brooks was arrested by Johnson County Sheriff’s Deputies at about 4:00 A.M., Thursday morning. Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:14:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/16/tractor_trailer_crash.html Around seven o’clock Wednesday afternoon east bound traffic on Highway 80 slowed to watch as Forney Police, Fire and Rescue services responded to a serious accident which required the assistance of a Care Flight helicopter. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:56:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/16/seagoville_murder_warrant.html Seagoville Police need help locating Dustin Lee Brooks who is wanted in connection with the Murder of Rodney D. Smith of Seagoville. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:56:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/16/fisd_student_registration.html Forney ISD recently announced that new students to the district who will be attending high school during the 2009-2010 school year can register for classes on Tuesday, Aug. 11th through Thursday Aug.13th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:56:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/15/fisd_selects_wireless_network.html Bluesocket, Inc., a leader in wireless access and enterprise mobility announced yesterday that the Forney Independent School District will build a wireless network using Bluesocket’s next generation, high performance WLAN solution, which will include their award winning 802.11n 1800 series Blue Secure Access Points. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:50:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/15/pinson_road_gas_leak.html Forney residents living in homes along Pinson Road were once again assaulted with the strong odor of natural gas yesterday afternoon after crews working on road repairs struck a gas line. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:50:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/15/vital_designs_open_house.html Hosting an Open House and Ribbon Cutting, Vital Designs of Forney celebrated the official opening of their new location on U S Highway 80. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:50:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/10/chamber_lunch.html Thursday afternoon the members of the Forney Chamber of Commerce were updated on the soon to open Forney Sports Center as well as on upcoming chamber events. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/09/city_council_update_on_park_district.html At Tuesday evenings meeting of the Forney City Council, Brandon Aghamalian, of Hillco Partners, gave the Council and the small crowd attending a brief presentation on the City of Forney’s Legislative Agenda Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/07/09/bulldogs_fyba_champions.html The Bulldogs completed the regular season 14-2 and started the end of season tournament as the #2 seed. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/07/09/warren_cheerleaders_summer_cheer_camp.html The Warren Middle School 7th and 8th Grade Cheerleaders recently returned from a National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) summer camp. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/08/young_hero.html At last nights meeting of the Forney City Council, Forney Fire Chief Rick Townsend opened the crowded meeting by recognizing Forney’s youngest hero, Tristan Coxwell. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:06:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/07/stolent_property_recovered.html On Wednesday July 1, 2009 Kaufman County Deputies, aided by Seagoville Police Officers executed an evidentiary search warrant at the address of 2850 South Beltline Rd, Dallas, Texas. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:23:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/07/forney_chamber_new_logo_slogan.html The Forney Chamber of Commerce proudly announced the winners of their community involved, new logo and slogan contest, at the Forney Community Park on Friday evening. Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:23:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/07/06/cap_flag_retirement.html Tuesday June 16th 2009, Black Sheep Composite Squadron held their Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony. This took place just days after Flag Day on June 14th. The Ceremony was held at their Squadron Headquarters at the Mesquite Metro Airport. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:30:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/07/06/fhs_soccer_clinic.html Last week Forney High School held its annual summer soccer clinic with over one hundred campers in attendance. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:30:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/07/06/team_velocity.html On Saturday June 28, Team Velocity of Forney hosted the TAAF Region 7 Circuit Meet at Brown Middle School. Despite the scorching heat, 1200 spectators and athletes participated at the meet Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:30:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/06/taxpayers_left_with_cleanup.html Celebrating American independence in unrestrained abandonment, hundreds of people gathered along the U S Highway 80 service road Saturday evening to “pop” fireworks purchased from stands that clutter the entrance to the Forney. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:09:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/06/terrell_fireworks.html Thousands of residents from across Kaufman County gathered in Ben Gill Park in Terrell on Saturday evening to enjoy Terrell’s Annual Fireworks Display. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:09:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/06/forney_displays_flags.html Small town patriotism came alive in Forney, Texas this July 4th, as home after home displayed the American Flag in all its glory. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:09:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/03/fireworks_stand.html Clear skies and hot weather are forecasted for the 4th of July and the many fireworks stands that clutter the east bound Highway 80 entrance to Forney, are stocked and ready to both sell and provide convenient locations for their customers to ignite their purchases. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:14:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/03/husband_arrested_on_murder_charge.html On Thursday, WAFB Channel 9 in Baton Rogue, Louisiana reported that Forney resident Avis Anderson, arrested for the homicide of Aveia Danielle Anderson, was found by East Baton Rogue Deputies “hiding in a bedroom closet.” Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:14:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/02/husband_arrested_on_murder_charge.html Kevin Andrews, owner of Brady’s Burgers in Forney, will be featured on Good Morning Texas next Monday as the winner of the GMT “Best Darn Burger in Texas” Contest. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/07/02/pz_reviews_hist_overlay.html Tuesday evening Forney’s Planning and Zoning Commission met to discuss a Historic Overlay District ordinance that will “encompass all properties both commercial and noncommercial” within Forney’s downtown area. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/30/assist_troops.html With July 4th quickly approaching several Forney families gathered Sunday afternoon at Forney’s VFW to participate in the Cards for Heroes program. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:03:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/29/forney_police_respond_to_crime.html For the second time this month, yellow police tape has gone up at a Forney home while police investigate an incident of domestic violence that went horribly wrong. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:53:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/29/four_car_acc.html A four car accident temporarily clogged traffic at the intersection of FM 548 and FM 1641 Friday evening causing police to reroute traffic through the Villages of Fox Hollow. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:53:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/29/four_car_acc.html Three years ago, Forney High School Junior Shaydon Pitts awoke from a nap paralyzed from the chest down and shortly there after she was diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:53:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/26/coach_injured.html Forney Youth Baseball Association Coach Jeremy Burch was just starting his second season coaching the "Forney Storm T-ball Team" when on March 30th, he was critically injured in an ATV accident while in Houston, Texas. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:26:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/24/da_issues_statement.html To my family and friends, to the men and women in law enforcement, to the victims of DWI, and to the people of Kaufman County I can only say I am sorry that I let you down. You deserve better from me. Someone in law enforcement is and should be held to a higher standard. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:26:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/26/city_announces_mesquito_spraying.html After considerable rains and in preparation for a hot and humid summer, the City of Forney will begin spraying for Mosquito’s this Sunday, June 28th “weather and wind permitting.” Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:26:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/26/coach_injured.html Forney Youth Baseball Association Coach Jeremy Burch was just starting his second season coaching the "Forney Storm T-ball Team" when on March 30th, he was critically injured in an ATV accident while in Houston, Texas. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:26:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/25/judge_delivers_strong_message.html Wednesday afternoon Kaufman County Judge Howard Tygrett delivered a strong message when he sentenced Ronald Willis Hollins to 75 years in prison for the early morning Armed Robbery of the Forney Whataburger. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/25/traffic_stop_arrest.html On Monday Kaufman County Deputies K. Ketchum and R. McGee stopped a 1992 Nissan Sentra traveling west bound on Highway 175 and FM 148 east of Crandall Texas for a traffic violation. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/24/county_rabies_ordinances.html On Monday June 22, 2009, at the regular Commissioners Court meeting an amended Ordinance providing for Rabies Control and County Animal Control was presented by Sheriff Byrnes. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:26:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/23/children_in_hot_cars.html Texas AgriLife Extension agent, Katie Phillips, reminds parents that summertime is almost here, and with the increase in temperatures, the danger of children dying from being left unattended in vehicles increases. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:22:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/06/23/nfhs_cheerleaders.html The NFHS Cheerleaders participated in the NCA Cheer Camp at SMU June 9th thru the 12th. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:05:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/06/23/teamvelocity.html Team Velocity continued its preparation for state qualification by competing at Garland's Williams Stadium last Saturday June 20. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:05:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/23/forney_police_respond_to_homicide.html For the first time this year the Forney Police are investigating a Homicide. Sunday, June 21st at 4:15 p.m. Forney 911 Dispatch received a call regarding “a possible suicide.” Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:39:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/23/fisd_remembers_johnnie_henderson.html On Friday, June 20, 2009, the Forney Independent School District lost a member of its family when Mr. Johnnie Henderson, Sr. passed away. Mr. Henderson was an integral part of Forney ISD serving the students and the district as a teacher, coach and superintendent of schools. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:39:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/23/forney_vfw_card_for_heroes.html On Sunday June 28th all area scrap bookers and crafters are invited to come out and join us for a free card making crop benefiting our troops serving overseas! Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:39:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/23/history_book_published_on_tsh.html Benny Britton, life long Terrell resident and veteran employee of Terrell State Hospital spent the last two years researching the 125 year old state operated mental hospital in a heart felt effort to preserve its history. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:39:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/19/da_arrested_in_seagoville.html In the developing story of Kaufman County District Attorney Rick Harrison's arrest on a DWI Charge, Harrison's office has confirmed the arrest and said a press release, as well as a time for questions, will be made available on Friday. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:49:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/19/edc_appoints_new_board_member.html The Forney Economic Development Board of Directors announced at last nights meeting that Mark Ellis has been appointed to the EDC Board of Directors by the Forney City Council. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:49:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/19/little_league_ambitions.html Playing their very best and being recognized for their hard work, twenty eight baseball players have been selecting for the Forney Youth Associations All-Star Teams in the Little League Majors (Under 11-12) league. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:49:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/19/tsh_safety_drill.html Last Friday, June 12th Terrell State Hospital participated in a community wide disaster drill performed on the campus of the 124 year old state operated mental health facility. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:49:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/19/bucky_performs_for_youngsters.html Tuesday morning Forney’s children enjoyed the antics of Bucky the Cowgirl as she performed a western style puppet show as part of the five week Summer Reading Program currently being presented at the Ellen Brooks West Memorial Library. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:49:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/17/clowingin_around_at_library.html Laughing children were the order to the day when Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus visited the Ellen Brooks West Memorial Library yesterday afternoon. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/17/city_council_mtg.html On Tuesday evening, the Forney City Council met to hear and discuss various items on the agenda. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/17/kaufmancountysheriff'27s.html On Thursday June 11,2009 the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Department executed a evidentiary search warrant at the address of 18223 South FM 148 Scurry, Texas. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/15/forney_res_respons_to_high_gas_prices.html One Forney resident has responded to high gas prices by building a totally electric 1988 Jeep Wrangler YJ. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/06/15/bell_added_as_asst_coach.html LeTourneau University head softball coach Mike VanBrocklin added former UT-Tyler standout Kate Bell as the YellowJackets assistant coach Wednesday. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/15/forney_vocal_students.html Three Stephens Vocal Studio students have earned First Division ratings on vocal solos performed at the Texas State Solo & Ensemble Competition recently held at the University of Texas at Austin. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/15/forney_resident_named_tv_production.html Tylor McGee, an Oklahoma Baptist University junior from Forney, Texas, was named Television Production Student of the Year in electronic media studies. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:48:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/11/severe_weather_hits_region.html Overnight, 260,000 homes and businesses were without power around the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex at the peak of the storms, according to Oncor, as severe storms moved through the region. Thu, 11 June 2009 14:39:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/11/texas_critters_visit_library.html Wednesday morning more than a hundred children, parents and grand-parents crowded into the Ellen West Brooks Memorial Library to see “Native Texas Critters” presented by Zooniversity. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:39:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/10/forney_bridge_receives_funding.html Monday morning, the Kaufman County Commissioners Court approved $10 million in transportation funding to complete the Forney Parkway Bridge Project. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/10/fisd_companies_soliciting_local_businesses.html There are several companies that are visiting local businesses in an effort to sell advertising for a 2009 – 2010 Forney High School Football poster size schedule. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/10/high_school_percussion_concert.html The Forney High School Percussion Program presented its third annual Night of Percussion on Tuesday, June 2. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/10/choir_students_win.html Members of the Forney High School Band and Choir programs recently traveled to Austin, Texas on Friday, May 29 and Saturday, May 30 to compete in the University Interscholastic League... Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/10/drum_bugle_corps_invitation.html The 150 marching members and staff of the Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps invite the community to visit during their upcoming rehearsals in Forney, Texas. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:25:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/09/edc_might_purchase_property.html The Forney Economic Development Corporation held a short Public Hearing Thursday evening to “consider and take action upon” the possible purchase of the property where the Forney Regional Medical Center was proposed to have been built. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/08/city_staff_priorities_for_budget.html Thursday evening, the Forney City Council and Staff gathered in a special meeting to discuss priorities for upcoming budget priorities. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:16:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/08/forneyisd_awards.html On Friday morning, the entire Forney ISD teachers, administrators, and staff gathered at the FHS Performing Arts Center to receive awards and celebrate accomplishments in the 2008-2009 school year. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:16:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/08/summer_fun_at_the_library.html The Ellen Brooks West Memorial Library of Forney will once again sponsor the Texas Reading Club as part of its Children’s Summer Reading Program. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:16:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/06/05/baseball_all_district.html FHS had 9 people selected to the 2009 District 15-4A baseball teams Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:35:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/05/forney_police_advise_car_burglaries.html Forney Police are once again asking citizens to be vigilant in locking their cars wherever they may be parked within the city. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:12:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/05/new_sports_center_planned.html Briefly addressing the members of the Forney Chamber of Commerce, Ramin Gilani, owner of the newly announced Forney Sports Center, elaborated on the various activities that will be offered at the 56,000 square foot facility. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:12:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/04/america_national_bank_phone_scam.html Forney Police Department has recently been informed of a phone scam regarding American National Bank of Texas. Thu, 04 Jun 2009 19:45:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/03/forney_city_council_makes_appointment.html Last night, the Forney City Council appointed Wade Gent to the Place 5 seat on the Forney City Council. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:06:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/03/mayor_resigns_from_edc.html At last nights meeting of the Forney City Council, newly appointed Mayor, Darren Rozell, announced his resignation as the Vice-President of the Forney Economic Corporation. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:06:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/06/02/fhs_athletes_head_to_state_track_meet.html Cougar spirit was flying high during the campus-wide rally held at Crosby Elementary on May 8th. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/02/crosby_celebrates_success.html Three Forney High School track and field athletes are in their final week of preparations for the 2009 edition of the UIL State Track and Field meet to be held Friday at the Mike A. Myers Track & Field Stadium on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/02/forney_res_named_UT_tyler_honor_roll.html Lori Young of Forney is among 284 students named to the President’s Honor Roll for the 2009 spring semester at The University of Texas at Tyler. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/06/02/fisd_board_hears_student_report.html A.J. Hampton, a 5th grade student from Criswell Elementary School, led both the U.S. and Texas pledges and gave a report about Criswell Elementary School at the Forney ISD Board of Trustees Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:33:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/02/forney_police_call_for_drug_dog.html Late Sunday afternoon, two Forney Police units, each with a training cadet in tow, pulled over a new model Chevrolet Impala full of young men and proceeded to search their vehicle. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/02/benedict_and_treadway_sworn_in.html On Monday evening, Incumbent School Board Member Bruce Benedict and newly elected candidate Charles Treadway were sworn in as Forney ISD Board of Trustee members during the district’s regular board meeting. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/06/01/relayforlife2009.html The 2009 Relay for Life of Forney was held on the field of Jackrabbit Stadium Friday evening and families, friends and neighbors joined together to raise funds for cancer research while honoring those who have survived the deadly disease. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/29/const_crews_hit_gas_pipe.html Construction crews working on road repairs on FM 741 Pinson Road have struck a natural gas line and gas can be smelled throughout the surrounding neighborhood. Fri, 29 May 2009 18:19:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/29/terrell_recycling_center.html Be sure to stop by the new information kiosk as you drop off your recycling and find out what’s going on and what you can do to help keep Kaufman County Growing Green. Fri, 29 May 2009 13:46:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/29/cirrus_group_proposes_sale_of_hospital_property.html Cirrus Group LLC, the health care real estate developer who proposed the Forney Regional Medical Center, recently offered the Forney Economic Development Corporation the first opportunity to purchase the FM 548 property where the hospital was to be built. Fri, 29 May 2009 13:17:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/28/grand_jury_indicts_forney_couple.html On Friday, a Kaufman County Grand Jury indicted Kristyn Anne Coursey and Jason Todd Bean of Forney on five counts each of Injury to a Child. Thu, 28 May 2009 13:46:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/28/forney_fire_trucks_light_up_accident_site.html The Forney fire department illuminated the scene of a one car roll over accident that occurred just before midnight last night in Windmill Farms. Thu, 28 May 2009 13:46:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/27/police_assist_distressed_dallas_motorist.html Forney Police assisted a motorist in distress early Friday morning just moments after completing a routine traffic stop right in front of the Sonic Drive-In on FM 548. Wed, 27 May 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/27/constable_sworn_in.html On Wednesday morning, the Precinct 2 Constables Office swore in new Constable Deputy, Brent Johnston. Wed, 27 May 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/27/fisd_student_selected_for_leadership.html La Darius Ward, son of Kevin and Valetta Morrow and a student at Rhea Elementary School in the Forney Independent School District, has been selected to travel to the Dallas/Fort Worth area as a participant in Education in Action’s Lone Star Leadership Academy Wed, 27 May 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/27/henderson_kc_club_realy.html The week of May 18-22, 2009, the Henderson Elementary Kindness and Compassion Club rose up to Rachel’s Challenge by participating in daily activities to raise money for their Relay for Life team, Rachel’s Runners Wed, 27 May 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/26/forney_police_release_crime_stats.html The Forney Police Department recently released their April crime statistics, and building burglaries, petty thefts and unusual crimes are still increasing. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:36:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/26/rhea_students_tree_plant.html On Tuesday morning, the first sixth grade class of Rhea Elementary celebrated the end of the school year with a tree planting to commemorate the inaugural year of the school and its graduating class. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:36:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/26/rockets_undefeated.html The Forney Soccer Association U7 Boys Championship game was held on Tuesday, May 19th at Forney Community Park. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:36:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/26/claybon_pto_support.html Every year the Claybon PTO awards a scholarship to a deserving student who exhibits academic acheivement and positive role modeling through community service. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:36:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/23/softball_team_defeats_wakeland.html On Friday night, the Forney HS Softball team defeated Frisco Wakeland 5-1 in game two of a three game series to earn the Region Two Semi-Final Trophy. Sat, 23 May 2009 18:20:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/22/seniors_award_presentation.html On Friday morning, Forney High Seniors were recognized with scholarships and awards at the 2009 Senior Awards Presentation in the Forney High Performing Arts Center. Fri, 22 May 2009 21:55:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/22/fire.html Around 8:00 a.m. Friday morning, a motorist notified 9-1-1 of a fire off of FM 548, just east of the Grayhawk residential community. Fri, 22 May 2009 21:55:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/21/school_bus_driver_wins_award.html Debbie Piacente, Forney ISD school bus driver, was honored as the 2009 School Bus Driver of the Year. Thu, 21 May 2009 14:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/21/kaufman_am_golf_tourn.html The Kaufman County A&M Club Scholarship Golf Tournament raised $34,000 in revenue that will fund scholarships for Kaufman County students attending Texas A&M University-College Station. Thu, 21 May 2009 14:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/21/crosby_made_beautiful.html Earth Day, April 22nd, proved to be both an educational and exciting event at Crosby Elementary. Thu, 21 May 2009 14:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/21/softball_advances_to_regionals.html The Forney High School Softball Team advanced to the Regional Semifinals with a 4-0 win over Texas High on Tuesday, May 19. Thu, 21 May 2009 14:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/21/nfhs_stud_athl_training.html Any student interested in being a Student Athletic Trainer at North Forney High School for the 2009-2010 school year Thu, 21 May 2009 14:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/21/city_council_seat_available.html With the recent election of Darren Rozell as Forney’s new Mayor, the Place 5 Council position has become available and according to the Forney City Charter an “appointment must be made by the remaining members of the Council.” Thu, 21 May 2009 13:41:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/21/road_closures.html Beginning Saturday May 23, 2009 at 7:00 am until dark, FM 741/College Avenue will be shut down to one lane between Mulberry Street and Center Street. Thu, 21 May 2009 13:41:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/20/first_council_meeting_for_new_mayor.html Last night the Forney City Council gathered for their first meeting since the May 9th General Election and the crowd present seemed delighted to bare witness to the appointment of Darren Rozell as Forney’s new Mayor. Wed, 20 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/19/suspicious_veh_call_leads_to_meth_disc.html Kaufman County Sheriff’s have issued warrants for the arrest two individuals thought to be operating a methamphetamine lab in Kaufman County. Tue, 19 May 2009 18:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/19/terrell_chamber_hosts_luncheon.html The Terrell Chamber of Commerce held their monthly membership lunch at the pond side pavilion in Ben Gill Park yesterday afternoon and the meeting delivered both a delicious barbeque lunch and two interesting guest speakers. Tue, 19 May 2009 16:54:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/19/early_taks_results.html The Texas Education Agency (TEA) began releasing the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) testing results on Friday, May 15, and the preliminary review of the numbers suggest that Forney ISD will be rated a Recognized district for 2009. Tue, 19 May 2009 16:54:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/18/top_10_fhs_students_honored.html Sunday evening, the Forney Education Leadership Foundation (FELF) held its 4th Annual Appreciation Banquet at the beautiful lakeside Hilton Bella Harbor on Lake Ray Hubbard. Mon, 18 May 2009 18:42:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/18/train_smokes_through_town.html On Monday morning, 9-1-1 was notified by concerned callers of a train on fire headed from Terrell towards Forney. Mon, 18 May 2009 18:42:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/18/fm_1641_accident.html With rain steadily falling, roadways quickly became slick Saturday afternoon causing a two car collision on FM 1641 just outside the entrance of Grandview Estates in Forney. Mon, 18 May 2009 18:42:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/18/softball_team_advances.html On Friday night, the Forney High School Softball team defeated Marshall in game 2 of a three game series, 3-0, to advance to the Region 2, Regional Semi-Finals. Mon, 18 May 2009 18:42:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/18/bb_season_ends.html The Forney High School Baseball season came to an end Friday night after facing a season of adversity. Mon, 18 May 2009 18:42:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/15/hearing_on_wastewater_plant.html Thursday evening, approximately one-hundred citizens attended a meeting with Kaufman County Commissioner Ray Clark to hear and discuss a controversial, proposed waste water treatment plant Fri, 15 May 2009 18:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/15/fisd_special_ed_services.html Forney ISD is able to offer some special education services (such as speech, occupational therapy, etc.) to eligible home school students. Fri, 15 May 2009 18:18:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports.html The Texas Girls Coaches Association 4A Class, #10 ranked, Forney High School Softball team defeated Marshall 5-0 last night in Tyler in an Area Playoff game. The team is home tomorrow night for Game 2. First pitch at 7:00 p.m. Thu, 14 May 2009 16:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/14/fhs_track_5_14_09.html On Wednesday, the Boys Track and Field team placed 8th, and the ladies 5th, at the Class 4A Region II track and field championships at University of North Texas in Denton Thu, 14 May 2009 16:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/sports/2009/05/14/local_youth_bb_tournament_9_14_09.html The Shamrock Basketball Association will begin its seventh consecutive tournament season this Friday evening at the SKG Court located within the Shamrock Ridge housing development in Forney. Thu, 14 May 2009 16:47:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/14/mayor_and_city_council_sworn_in_5_14_09.html At 8:30 a.m. on Thursday morning, a canvassing and swearing-in ceremony was held at Forney City Hall for Forney's new Mayor and those re-elected to the City Council. Thu, 14 May 2009 16:02:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/articles/2009/05/14/animal_control_operates_shelter_5_14_09.html Several mechanics at Forney’s Kwik Kar received quite a shock Wednesday morning when they raised the hood of a late model Buick Century and found two extra large snakes starring back at them. Thu, 14 May 2009 16:02:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/13/fhs_band_myerson.html The Forney High School bands recently performed at the Meyerson Band Contest in Dallas and won numerous awards. Wed, 13 May 2009 14:35:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/13/forney_band_boosters_under_stars.html The Forney Band Boosters, together with Citibank and Hal-Tec Construction, would like to thank the fans of the FHS Band for their steadfast support throughout the 2008-2009 school year. Wed, 13 May 2009 14:35:00 GMT http://www.forneypost.net/community/2009/05/13/fhs_choir_wins_awards.html The Forney High School Choirs competed in the Alamo Showcase of Music in San Antonio on Saturday, May 9. Wed, 13 May 2009 14:35:00 GMT