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Forney City Council Limits Residential Construction Hours, Advances FM 1641 Infrastructure Project

FORNEY, TX — June 23, 2026 — The Forney City Council took decisive action this week to address quality-of-life concerns for residents while moving forward on critical infrastructure and department upgrades. From new noise ordinances to a significant utility relocation project, here is how the latest...

Forney ISD Earns Statewide Recognition as 2026–2027 Exemplary Theatre District

FORNEY, TX – The spotlight is shining brightly on Forney Independent School District. The Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA) has officially named Forney ISD an “Award of Distinction Exemplary District” for the 2026–2027 academic year, a prestigious honor that highlights the district’s unwa...

Kaufman County Man Arrested on Charges of Theft and Interference with Emergency Request

Jared Bridges, 45, of Kaufman, was arrested on June 20, 2026, on charges of theft from a person and interference with an emergency request for assistance. The arrest was made by the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office, according to official jail records.Bridges was taken into custody at 12:58 p.m. and s...

Forney Police Department Announces Dates for Summer Junior Police Academy

The Forney Police Department is opening registration for its annual Junior Police Academy, offering local students an inside look at the daily operations of law enforcement and emergency services. The program is designed to foster positive relationships between youth and first responders while provi...

Forney to Host Juneteenth Celebration at Spellman Amphitheater

The City of Forney is preparing to commemorate a pivotal moment in American history this weekend. On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the community will gather at the Spellman Amphitheater for an evening dedicated to the legacy of Juneteenth, a holiday that honors the resilience and strength of the African ...

Community Connections: A Look at Kaufman County’s Summer and Fall Event Calendar

As Kaufman County continues to experience rapid growth, the strength of our community is defined not just by new commercial developments and infrastructure projects, but by the events that bring our residents together. From family-friendly celebrations to vital fundraising efforts, our local calenda...

Court Freezes Devonshire HOA Election After Homeowner Exposes Massive Voting Mess

Rockwall County Judge Rules Against Shores HOA in Public Street Parking Dispute

A long-standing legal dispute regarding parking authority in The Shores at Lake Ray Hubbard has reached a conclusion in Rockwall County Court. On June 2, a district judge issued a summary judgment in favor of the plaintiffs, ruling that the homeowners association lacked the legal standing to regulat...

Summer Activity Flourishes at Pegasus Landing of Forney

For the residents of Pegasus Landing of Forney, the summer months have served as a catalyst for community engagement and creative expression. As temperatures climb across Kaufman County, the senior living facility has prioritized outdoor accessibility and hands-on projects to keep residents active a...

Sarah Salgado Leads in Forney City Council Place 4 Runoff

Unofficial results from the June 13 runoff election indicate that Sarah Salgado has secured a lead in the race for Forney City Council Place 4. With all reporting centers accounted for, Salgado maintains 54.48% of the vote compared to 45.52% for Joseph "Yaz" Yazdanpanahi.In a race decided by a margi...

Forney Man Arrested on Serious Felony Charges

Leonidas Payton Cannon IV, 24, was arrested on June 12, 2026, on charges of sexual assault of a child and online solicitation of a minor. The arrest was made by the Forney Police Department following an investigation into incidents reportedly occurring on June 11, 2026. According to jail records, Ca...

Juvenile Airlifted Following Auto-Pedestrian Accident in Heartland

Emergency responders were dispatched to the intersection of FM 741 and Sunnybrook Drive in the Heartland community Friday afternoon following reports of an auto-pedestrian accident involving a juvenile.The Crandall Fire Department, Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office, and CareFlite ground emergency med...