Lifestyle

Modern amenities and indoor comforts have made life easier in many ways, but they’ve also helped to fashion a generation of people who spend much of their time inside. A 2018 report from the international research firm YouGov found that around 90 percent of study respondents from North America and Europe spend close to 22 hours inside every day. Children may get a little more time outdoors than adults, particularly if they participate in outdoor sports.

Crandall Independent School District is thrilled to announce a special backto- school event aimed at preparing students for a successful academic year. The event will take place on Saturday, August 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Crandall Middle School.

Few treats are more popular on a warm day than ice cream. With its rich flavor and cooling nature, ice cream is perfect in a cone, cup, cake, or even as a sidekick to a brownie or piece of pie. Summer may be the season when ice cream is enjoyed the most - and many people have fond memories of chasing down the neighborhood ice cream truck on summer afternoons - but ice cream is a favorite all year long.

Forney ISD is excited to invite students and families to the first ever Back to School Rally & Resource Fair from 9 a.m.12 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at The OC. This free event is designed to help the community prepare for the new school year with information and resources in a lively and fun atmosphere.

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that has been linked to health benefits like reduced stress and improved mental well-being. Gardening also can lead to an inviting home landscape full of attractive blooms and/or delicious foods.

Whether kids are toddlers or teenagers, summertime translates to fun adventures – and also a bit of extra planning for caregivers. Luckily, in the DFW area, there’s no shortage of options to keep the family entertained all summer long.

Garden Announces Early Opening Summer Hours, $5 Admission through July

As hours of sunlight increase, thoughts may turn to summer vacation. For many children, summer vacation wouldn’t be the same without camp.

Fort Hays State University has named 1,594 students to the Deans’ Honor Roll for the spring 2024 semester.

Meagan Horton Graduates from University at Buffalo

Addy Lois Dunn’s memory became a concern after she began running red lights and forgetting wellworn routes. She would soon be diagnosed with dementia, and her family, including her son, Randy Dunn, would rally to her care.

Forney Messenger Photojournalist Larry Golden captured some amazing photos of the rainbow visible over Forney on the evening of July 5, 2024.

Of all the jobs I’ve held in my life – and there have been many – the one that lasted the longest and provided the most was a 15-year stint in the staffing industry. While I severed the cord over ten years ago, I forever lean heavily on the things I learned. It was the Tale of Two Cities, jobwise. On one hand, I was an apt student who progressed through the company quickly. Rent was paid. Groceries were bought. No longer was I rolling quarters for gas money. That’s a Gen Z joke if ever there was one. But, that other hand was heavy and wrought with GI issues. I’m an introvert. Introverts are not built for sales. Enough said. Lately, I’ve found myself saying a word that was oft said by one of my early staffing mentors. We’ll call her Helen. Her mantra was simple. Stretch.