Articles by Jennifer Jacobs
Forney Lady Rabbits Charge into 6A with Impressive Start
FORNEY, TX – The Forney High School varsity girls soccer team is making a statement in their first season competing in the UIL’s highly competitive 6A classification. With a stellar 9-1 record, including a perfect 2-0 in district play, the Lady Rabbits are turning heads and earning statewide recognition.
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Forney ISD 2025 Trustee Election Open To Candidates - Deadline Tues February 14th
School Board Elections are currently open to candidates. The last day to file for a place on the ballot is February 14th, 2025
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Kaufman 1/27 Jail Release List Included Sexual Offense and Drug Charges
Kaufman County Jail Sees Busy Day of Releases
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Kaufman District Attorney Erleigh Wiley to be Honored with Living Legend Award by Dallas Bar Association
The Dallas Bar Association has announced that Kaufman County District Attorney Erleigh Wiley has been awarded their living legend award for legal excellence. The living legend award highlights attorneys in the Dallas area that have excelled in their legal career. This esteemed award acknowledges the recipient by interviewing them and having their legacy part of Dallas Bar Association history. It is given to lawyers who represent living legacy of greatness.
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Burlington to Open a New 22,000 Sq Ft Store at Village at Gateway, Expected to Welcome Shoppers by Early 2026
Forney, TX - Burlington is set to enhance the shopping landscape in Forney with a new store scheduled to open its doors at the Village at Gateway. Spanning an impressive 22,000 square feet, the retail space will be located at 11610 West US Highway 80, Suite C, and is anticipated to be completed by January 2026.
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City of Forney Welcomes Corbin VanSteenberg and Caleb Lohrey to Parks & Recreation
The City of Forney is thrilled to welcome Corbin VanSteenberg and Caleb Lohrey as the newest members of our Parks and Recreation Department! Corbin and Caleb will take on the vital roles of youth soccer coordinators, dedicated to fostering a love for the game among our young athletes.
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Arrest Made in Child Sexual Assault Case: Rene Medrano-Rodriguez Held Without Bond
Kaufman County, TX – A man identified as Rene Medrano-Rodriguez, born on July 18, 1992, is currently being held in the Kaufman County Jail on serious charges stemming from Tarrant County. Medrano-Rodriguez was arrested by the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office in the early hours of January 7, 2025, at approximately 3:25 AM.
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Kaufman County Man Arrested as Repeat DWI Offender, Faces Significant Bail
Kaufman County, TX – Matthew Wayne Gray, a 53-year-old male, was booked into the Kaufman County Jail on January 3, 2025, after being charged with a third driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense and resisting arrest. Gray is currently being held on a $75,000 bond.
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Stay Safe and Sober: Increased Traffic Enforcement on New Year’s Eve
Kaufman County, TX – As the clock ticks down to 2025, local and state law enforcement agencies are ramping up efforts to ensure a safe New Year’s Eve for all residents. The Forney and East DFW areas will see intensified traffic enforcement on major roadways, including I-20 and Hwy 80, as part of a comprehensive initiative aimed at reducing impaired driving incidents.
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Rowlett Lakeview Pkwy (Hwy 66) Cleared After Overnight Accident
Rowlett, TX – An overnight motor vehicle accident caused significant disruptions on Lakeview Parkway (Highway 66) at Harborside Street, but as of 3:05 AM, the roadway has been cleared and is now open to traffic.
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