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Forney Turkey Trot Returns for Third Annual Run
Forney residents looking to lace up their running shoes this autumn have a date to mark on their calendars. The city has announced the return of the annual Turkey Trot, a community tradition entering its third year. This year’s event is scheduled for November 7 and features several logistical upgrad...
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Forney Teen Arrested on Aggravated Assault and Criminal Mischief Charges
Londyn Maliah Reese, 17, of Forney was arrested by the Forney Police Department on August 9, 2026, on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The arrest follows an investigation into incidents occurring on August 8, 2026.According to jail records, Reese was taken into custody at 11:10 a....
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Local Man Arrested Following Multi-Charge Traffic Incident
Enrique Vargas-Linan, 44, was arrested by the Kaufman Police Department on August 2, 2026, following a series of alleged traffic violations and criminal acts. According to official arrest records, the incident involved a vehicle pursuit and property damage, leading to multiple charges filed against ...
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Forney Police Take Homicide Suspect Into Custody, $1.5 Million Bond Set
The Forney Police Department has announced the arrest of one of two suspects wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on July 26 in the 300 block of Eagle Ridge. Authorities continue to search for a second suspect.Jakub Lavoy East-Walker, 19, was taken into custody by the Forney Poli...
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After 109 Days, Forney Animal Shelter Looks to Find a Forever Home for Gypsy
For most dogs, the shelter is a temporary stop on the way to a new life. For Gypsy, a two-year-old Staffordshire Terrier mix, the Forney Animal Shelter has become a home for the past 109 days. As she marks her fourth month in the facility, staff are hoping a new family will step forward to provide t...
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Tragic Overnight Collision on US-80 Claims Three Lives
A somber scene unfolded late Sunday night along US-80 as a collision between a passenger vehicle and a commercial semi-truck resulted in the deaths of three people and the family dog. The incident occurred near the Terrell exit, prompting an extensive response from emergency personnel across Kaufman...
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