Burn ban in effect for Kaufman County

Forney Council Moves to Ban Future Data Centers, Approves Park Renovations

FORNEY, TX — The Forney City Council took decisive action Tuesday night to reshape the city’s industrial landscape while greenlighting significant improvements to local recreational facilities.In a move aimed at prioritizing residential quality of life, the City Council directed staff to begin the f...

Fatal Train Collision Claims Life of Pedestrian in Terrell

TERRELL — A tragic incident occurred early Thursday morning when a pedestrian was struck and killed by a Union Pacific train. The Terrell Police Department received a report of the collision at approximately 2:11 a.m. on July 23, 2026. The incident took place near the 1200 block of Fast Moore Avenue...

Forney ISD Invites Community to Welcome Students Back with Chalk the Walk Event

As the summer break draws to a close, Forney Independent School District is preparing to welcome students back to the classroom with a community-wide initiative. The district has announced its annual Chalk the Walk event, inviting students, parents, and local residents to help set a positive tone fo...

Forney’s Retail Landscape Expands as Target Opens Doors at The Village at Gateway

The retail landscape in Forney reached a significant milestone this week as Target officially welcomed its first shoppers to the city. While the formal grand opening is scheduled for this coming Sunday, the store at 11520 E. U.S. Highway 80 opened its doors early for a soft opening, allowing residen...

Appeals court upholds 5-year sentence in Kaufman County .264 DWI case

Forney Residents Urged to Exercise Caution as Triple-Digit Heat Settles Over Kaufman County

The sweltering summer heat that has become a staple of North Texas living is set to intensify over the coming days. Meteorologists are tracking a persistent weather pattern that will keep temperatures in the triple digits across Forney and the surrounding Kaufman County area. With afternoon heat ind...