With Texas voters preparing to weigh in on a proposed constitutional amendment to help finance water projects, Comptroller Glenn Hegar today announced the publication of his agency’s report, Texas Water: Present and Future Needs 2023 (PDF), which echoes critical water issues highlighted in the Texas Water Development Board’s (TWDB) latest plan.
Taylor Chadwick To Represent the Down Syndrome Community In Unique Annual National Down Syndrome Society Video Presentation Taylor Chadwick of Forney, Texas, will appear in the bright lights of Broadway on Saturday, September 9, as part of the annual National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) Times Square Video presentation. The one-hour video of roughly 500 photographs includes children, teens, and adults with Down syndrome from all 50 states. These collective images promote the value, acceptance, and inclusion of people with Down syndrome in a very visible way.
Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) will celebrate its 95th anniversary beginning Sept. 1, with special events and offers planned for customers and employee-partners throughout September. At Brookshire’s stores, this will include featured products with a special .95 cents price and additional YourPoints for customers each ad week.
“Sean, when are you going to say something about America and the pitiful state we’re in…? A lot of people are speaking out… Have you heard the song “Rich Men North of Richmond”? It’s about American oppression… But you have remained silent and are thus part of the problem.
Congratulations to Mr. Shannon Jacobs for receiving The Foundation for Music Education Award for private music educator in percussion. The Foundation for Music Education is a state wide organization dedicated to the support and advancement of music education. Mr. Jacobs is one of many private instructors working one on one with Forney Middle School and High School students. The Foundation recognized his excellence in private teaching by being the sole recipient of this state wide award. Mr. Jacobs started teaching private lessons in Forney in 2006. Mr. Jacobs, working along side Forney High School Percussion Director, Riley Warren, has helped grow the Forney High School Percussion Section into a nationally recognized ensemble. Last year the ensemble was enlisted to perform at the 2022 Percussive Arts Society International Convention and this year they will be showcased at the Midwest clinic and convention in Chicago.
Elementary school students with their first-place medals for logging the most miles in the Walk Across Texas fitness competition. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Paul Schattenberg)
Participants gathered at the Bexar County Courthouse to begin their Walk Across Texas challenge. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo)
For more than a quarter century, the Walk Across Texas program of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has been helping Texans of all ages and abilities establish the habit of regular physical activity.
The E! Terrell Entertainment Series kicks off its twenty-first season of family style concerts featuring AJ Bisto and his full repertoire of Garth Brooks chart-topping hits. One of the paramount tribute shows currently touring the US, this high-energy performance begins at 7:30 pm at the Terrell ISD Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center on September 14, 2023.
Enrollment for Step Up Scale Down online course for Texans 18-plus open until Sept. 19
Early Giving is now open for the 15th Annual North Texas Giving Day! Held annually, NTX Giving Day falls on September 21 this year as a way for North Texans to give to their favorite charities and nonprofits, all of whom are local and give to our friends, neighbors, and community members. The website for this great event asks North Texans to “Find Your Passion. Give With Purpose,” and links to hundreds of worthy organizations.
Corey Graves From Tony A. Jackson Middle School Selected
As hours of daylight shorten and fall gives way to winter, thoughts shift from fall foliage to spending time cuddling under warm blankets and being cozy indoors. A fireplace can improve the ambiance of any room and help to create a warm and welcoming gathering spot.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 936, Forney, TX 75126
Physical Address: 201 W. Broad St., Forney, TX 75126
Phone: 972-564-3121
Fax: 972-552-3599
