Business

Zaxby’s Brings Southern Hospitality to Kaufman with New Location

KAUFMAN — The culinary landscape of Kaufman County is set to grow this month as Zaxby’s, the popular Georgia-based chicken chain, officially brings its first location to the city of Kaufman. Located at 2204 S. Washington St., the new restaurant is scheduled to open its doors on November 9, marking a...

Major Upgrades Coming to Forney Walmart: Expansion and Modernization Project Announced

Forney, TX - A significant investment is on the horizon for one of the city’s primary retail hubs, as plans have been finalized for a major remodel and expansion of the Walmart located at 802 E. US Highway 80. With an estimated investment of $1.8 million, this project aims to modernize the existing ...

Blue Wave Crashes Into Precinct 2 Early Voting While Thousands of Local Republicans Stay Home

Democrats have jumped out to a rare 834-vote lead over Republicans in Kaufman County Precinct 2 early voting through Tuesday. With GOP incumbents Skeet Phillips and Judge Amy Tarno both facing Democratic challengers, Republicans risk losing both local seats unless the more than 2,000 regular GOP voters who haven't cast a ballot yet turn out before polls close on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

Forney Voters to Decide on $49.5 Million Library and Recreation Center Bond

Forney residents will head to the polls this November to determine the future of the city’s public infrastructure. On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, voters will decide the fate of Proposition A, a $49.5 million general obligation bond proposal intended to fund the construction of a combined municipal li...

Kaufman County to Host Job Fair Aimed at Reentry and Workforce Development

Kaufman County officials are preparing to host a specialized job fair on October 23, 2026, intended to bridge the employment gap for individuals currently serving terms of probation. The event will take place at the Kaufman County Courthouse from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., providing a platform for local emp...

Downtown Forney Prepares for Annual Brews on Bois D’Arc Festival

Downtown Forney is set to transform this weekend as the city hosts its annual Brews on Bois D’Arc festival. The community event, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, invites residents to gather in the heart of the city for an evening of local culture, music, and commerce.The festivities are slated ...

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 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...

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...

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...

Bridging Tradition and Technology: How Robert Guest is Modernizing Legal Practice in Forney

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...