Articles by Bobby Evans
Cancellation Notice for Forney City Council Meeting on January 7, 2025
Forney, TX - The City Council of Forney has announced the cancellation of its Regular Meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was set to take place in the Council Chambers at the City Hall Annex, located at 101 E. Main Street, Forney, Texas.
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Sheriff Bryan Beavers Sworn in for Third Term in Kaufman County
Kaufman County, TX - The Kaufman County Sheriff's Office celebrated the swearing-in of Sheriff Bryan Beavers for his third term on January 1, 2025. The ceremony marks a significant milestone in Beavers' career, reflecting the trust and support he has garnered from the community.
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Downtown Forney to Close for New Year's Eve Celebrations
In anticipation of the New Year's Eve Ball Drop event, Downtown Forney will close to through traffic beginning at 6:00 AM on Tuesday, December 31st. This closure includes key areas such as Bois D'Arc and Main Street. However, morning parking will remain accessible for patrons visiting businesses along E. Main Street. Attendees are encouraged to plan accordingly and arrive early to enjoy the festivities.
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Forney Costco Site Plans Published
FORNEY, TX – As the city gears up for its first Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of the new year, all eyes are on a significant development proposal that could reshape the retail landscape in Forney. The meeting, scheduled for January 2, 2025, will feature a public hearing and a consent item concerning the final plat approval for a new Costco store, to be located north of U.S. Highway 80 and east of F.M. 460.
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Forney Marketplace Lot 2E Development Up For Consideration by City Planning and Zoning Commission
Forney, TX – The City Planning and Zoning Commission will convene on January 2, 2025, to discuss and consider the approval of a site plan for Forney Marketplace Lot 2E. Located strategically north of U.S. Highway 80 and west of Marketplace Boulevard, this proposed development aims to enhance the retail offerings in the area.
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Ring in the New Year in Downtown Forney!
Get ready to celebrate New Year's Eve in style at Downtown Forney! Join us on Tuesday, December 31, starting at 8 PM for an unforgettable evening filled with live music, a spectacular ball drop, and festivities for all ages.
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Mesquite Man Charged with Capital Murder of 9-Month-Old Daughter Found Malnourished
Mesquite, TX - A Mesquite man has been arrested and charged with capital murder after his 9-month-old daughter was found “extremely malnourished” and “clearly deceased,” as detailed in an arrest affidavit. The suspect, 22-year-old Leon Johnson, contacted emergency dispatch to report that his infant daughter was unresponsive and not breathing. Upon arrival, police received information that the family had attempted CPR multiple times, but emergency personnel indicated that the child was “beyond help.” Officers arrived at a residence in the 3500 block of Byrd Drive in Mesquite around 9:45 a.m. on December 13, 2024. They were directed to the back of an ambulance, where the infant was pronounced deceased. Observations made by the officer noted that the child appeared pale and severely malnourished. According to the affidavit, two adults met the ambulance in the driveway, with Johnson and his sister present at the scene. A protective sweep of the home revealed a medium-sized dog upstairs, while the living conditions were described as “in complete disarray,” requiring officers to navigate around various obstacles. Johnson informed law enforcement that his daughter, Maliyah Johnson, had not been eating for several days and had been vomiting anything she attempted to consume. He claimed he was supplementing her hydration with Pedialyte but expressed concern about a potential overdose. On the morning of the incident, he stated that he woke up at 9 a.m. to find her lying in vomit. He recounted holding her when she again spit up and subsequently made a gurgling sound before falling from his arms. Child Protective Services (CPS) has since been notified to conduct a further investigation. Johnson stated that he had been the sole custodian of Maliyah for more than a month and a half. Following his arrest, Johnson was booked into the Dallas County Jail, where his bond has been set at $1,000,000. The investigation is ongoing as authorities seek to gather more information regarding the circumstances surrounding the child's death.
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