Articles by Mandy Travis
New Flavor Coming to Kaufman: Zaxby’s to Transform Former Dairy Queen Site
KAUFMAN, Texas — The culinary landscape along South Washington Street is set for a refresh. A new Zaxby’s location has been announced for 2204 S. Washington Street, breathing new life into the property formerly occupied by Dairy Queen.The project represents a significant investment in the local comm...
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Emergency Crews Battle Large Brush Fire Near FM 987
Emergency responders are currently on the scene of a significant grass and brush fire located along FM 987, west of FM 2578. The Talty Volunteer Fire Department is leading the suppression efforts as the blaze has grown to an estimated 15 to 20 acres.Authorities have confirmed that FM 987 is currentl...
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Near-Miss on Local Freeway Prompts Renewed Push for Move Over Compliance
A routine response to a roadside call turned into a dangerous encounter for local law enforcement early Sunday morning. A Kaufman County Sheriff’s deputy and a Forney Police Department officer were working an incident on the freeway when a passing vehicle struck a patrol unit, narrowly missing the o...
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Forney Fire Department Reports Busy June as Emergency Calls Remain High
The Forney Fire Department has released its operational data for June 2026, offering residents a detailed look at the emergency services and community outreach efforts provided throughout the month. The report indicates a high volume of activity, with crews responding to a total of 699 calls for ser...
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Terrell Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Person of Interest in Buc-ee’s Criminal Mischief Case
The Terrell Police Department is asking for help from the public as they work to identify an individual linked to an ongoing criminal mischief investigation. The incident reportedly occurred at the Buc-ee’s travel center located in Terrell, a high-traffic hub that serves both local residents and tra...
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Strengthening Our Community: Join Us for National Night Out
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign dedicated to fostering neighborhood camaraderie and strengthening the vital partnerships between residents and local public safety agencies. By bringing neighbors together under positive circumstances, this initiative plays a crucial role i...
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Forney Police to Host Tip-a-Cop Fundraiser for Special Olympics
The Forney Police Department is once again partnering with the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics of Texas to host a Tip-a-Cop fundraiser. Officers invite the community to join them on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the Texas Roadhouse in Terrell. The event will run from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p...
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Forney Police Warn Residents of Sophisticated Fraud Schemes
The Forney Police Department is urging residents to practice extreme caution as a rise in financial scams continues to target the local community. Through phone calls, text messages, emails, and fraudulent online requests, bad actors are increasingly using sophisticated tactics to impersonate truste...
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Housing Vouchers in Forney: Understanding the Program and Local Oversight
As Forney continues to experience rapid growth, discussions regarding housing affordability and the role of the federal Housing Choice Voucher program, commonly known as Section 8, have become a focal point for many residents. City officials are currently balancing the complexities of local developm...
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Forney Animal Shelter Faces Critical Capacity Crisis Ahead of Community Event
The Forney Animal Shelter has issued a code red alert as the facility grapples with a critical capacity crisis. With the shelter nearing its limits, staff members are working to find permanent homes for a growing population of animals. In an effort to connect these pets with local families, the shel...
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Kaufman Police Arrest Local Woman on Felony Charges
Morgan Derae Beatty, 30, was arrested by the Kaufman Police Department on the evening of June 30, 2026. Beatty, who is currently being held at the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office, faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges stemming from an incident originally recorded on May 4, 2026.Beatty was ta...
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Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Resolves Standoff in Forney Neighborhood
FORNEY, Texas – Residents in a Forney neighborhood were instructed to shelter in place Thursday as the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) conducted a law enforcement operation in the 1400 block of Kirkhill Lane.The situation began approximately 12 hours ago when the Sheriff’s Office issued an em...
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