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Kaufman County Officials Issue Warning as Sophisticated Scams Target Local Residents

Kaufman County residents are being urged to exercise extreme caution following a recent wave of fraudulent messages circulating throughout the area. Authorities report that scammers are increasingly posing as legitimate organizations, government agencies, and utility providers to deceive locals into...

Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Apprehends Robbery Suspect

Update: The suspect is now in custody.On September 15, 2026, at approximately 8:16 p.m., deputies from the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported robbery at the Forney Quick Mart - Chevron, located at 16339 FM 548.According to investigators, the suspect physically confronted the sto...

Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Reports High Volume of Activity for August

The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office has released its operational data for August 2026, providing a snapshot of the work performed by deputies and support staff across the county. The figures highlight a busy period for local law enforcement, characterized by thousands of calls for service and signif...

Frost Bank Breaks Ground on New Financial Center in Forney

Forney’s commercial landscape continues to evolve as the city solidifies its position as a growing economic hub in Kaufman County. This morning, officials and representatives from Frost Bank gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Forney Financial Center, a project that signals the arriv...

Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Shooting in Arbordale Village

KAUFMAN COUNTY, Texas — The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting that took place Saturday night in the Arbordale Village neighborhood, located northeast of Forney. Deputies were called to the scene near the intersection of Clear Dusk Lane and Box Elder Road at approx...

Forney City Council Adopts No-New-Revenue Budget, Approves Public Safety Agreements

The Forney City Council took significant action during its September 1 meeting, finalizing the fiscal roadmap for the coming year and solidifying labor agreements with the city’s police and fire departments. The decisions made during this session focus on maintaining current tax levels while expandi...

As Summer Ends, Officials Urge Forney Drivers to Choose Sobriety

For many in Kaufman County, Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial conclusion of summer. It is a time for backyard barbecues, final trips to the lake, and gathering with friends. However, state officials are warning that this period of celebration has historically become one of the deadliest times o...

The Economic Case for Forney’s Library Bond: How Libraries Drive Student Success and Public Safety

Budget Season and Infrastructure Upgrades Top Agenda for September 1 City Council Meeting

As Forney continues to navigate its rapid expansion within the DFW growth corridor, city officials are set to address a busy slate of fiscal and infrastructure matters at the upcoming City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The meeting, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the City Hall Annex, will...

Two Arrested Following Narcotics Search Warrant Execution in Terrell

TERRELL, TX — Two individuals were taken into custody on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, following the execution of a narcotics search warrant by the Terrell Police Department. Members of the department’s Narcotics Unit and SWAT Team conducted the operation at a residence located in the 500 block of Gre...

Forney Residents Urged to Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Through Community Service

As the nation approaches the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, residents of Forney and the surrounding Kaufman County area are being encouraged to shift their focus from solemn remembrance to active community contribution. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance serves a...

Forney ISD Addresses DOJ Settlement, Emphasizes Commitment to Student Safety

FORNEY, TX — Forney Independent School District (FISD) officials have issued a formal response following a settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding the conduct of two former employees, Wendy Bailey and Johnathan Michael/Michael Roell. The district, which serves over 1...