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Teen Injured in Sledding Accident in Elmo, Texas

An 18-year-old was injured in a sledding accident on Monday afternoon in Elmo, a community located just east of Terrell in Kaufman County. The incident occurred off Farm-to-Market Road 2728, near Interstate 20, as reported by the Elmo Fire Department.In response to the accident, a medical helicopter...

Forney Eighth Grader Shines on National Stage at US Youth Soccer Tournament

While many eighth graders took advantage of the weekend to catch up on rest, one remarkable student from Themer Middle School was busy making her mark on a national stage in Orlando, Florida.Katie Foster, the daughter of Olga and David Foster, represented Forney at the US Youth Soccer Olympic Develo...

Community Rallies to Support Family Displaced by Apartment Fire in Forney

In a heartbreaking incident last night, a fire broke out at the Trinity Apartments in Forney, leaving one family to start over from scratch. Jade Dirks, a witness to the event, quickly took action, ensuring that all residents were evacuated and promptly calling 911. Fortunately, everyone is safe.Des...

Exciting News: Forney ISD Ice Day 2026 Episode 1 Has Arrived!

Tragic Collision in Forney Leaves One Dead, Several Injured Following High-Speed Chase

Late on the night of January 19, 2026, a routine traffic stop turned into a catastrophic incident on FM 548. At approximately 11:30 PM, a deputy from Precinct 2 attempted to pull over a vehicle that was detected traveling at over 100 mph. Before the deputy could successfully initiate the stop, the s...

Forney Fire Department Responds to Early Morning Garage Fire

In the early hours of January 24, around 3 a.m., the Forney Fire Department (FFD) was alerted to a structure fire in the 1200 block of Templin Avenue. Upon arrival, fire crews encountered a garage fully engulfed in flames, with the fire quickly spreading to the attic of the building. Recognizing the...

Forney ISD Welcomes UIL Wrestling to Its Athletic Program

Shining a Light on Forney's Street Lighting and Utility Maintenance Challenges

The specific "Street Light Issues" item on the January 20, 2026, city council agenda is part of a larger infrastructure narrative that includes Oncor's construction of a new switch site facility on West Trinity Street. While residents are aware of general utility challenges, a closer examination rev...

Terrell Police Seek Public's Help in Identifying Theft Suspect from Local Academy Store

The Terrell Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent theft at the Academy store. Surveillance footage captured the individual as they entered the store, selected several items, and left without paying for the merchandise.If you h...

Preparing Forney Residents for a Cold Snap: Essential Steps to Protect Your Home and Family

As temperatures are set to drop below freezing this weekend in Forney, residents should take proactive measures to safeguard their homes and loved ones. With forecasts predicting lows in the 20s starting Friday night and continuing through Sunday afternoon, the potential for freezing rain, ice, slee...

Kaufman County Implements Burn Ban to Mitigate Fire Risks

As of today, Kaufman County has enacted a burn ban aimed at reducing fire hazards amid increasingly dry conditions. This ban is set to remain in effect for 90 days unless it is lifted or extended by local authorities.The burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning that is typically permitted. This includ...

Exciting Developments: EVO Entertainment Breaks Ground on New Venue in Forney