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Kaufman County Jail Holding Basilio Mares Ortiz, Charged with 4 New Year's Eve Manslaughter Counts
Forney, TX — Basilio Mares Ortiz, a 35-year-old man, has been booked into the Kaufman County Jail on January 3, 2025, after being transferred from Mesquite Jail. Ortiz faces four counts of intoxication manslaughter stemming from a tragic accident that occurred on New Year’s Eve along Interstate 20 at the intersection with FM 740.
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Kaufman County Man Arrested as Repeat DWI Offender, Faces Significant Bail
Kaufman County, TX – Matthew Wayne Gray, a 53-year-old male, was booked into the Kaufman County Jail on January 3, 2025, after being charged with a third driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense and resisting arrest. Gray is currently being held on a $75,000 bond.
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Henderson County Performing Arts Center Celebrates a Remarkable Year and Looks Ahead
As the Henderson County Performing Arts Center (HCPAC) concludes a remarkable 2024 season, the organization is eagerly preparing for another exciting year. The HCPAC Board expresses its heartfelt gratitude to all supporters, patrons, volunteers, and performers.
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Cancellation Notice for Forney City Council Meeting on January 7, 2025
Forney, TX - The City Council of Forney has announced the cancellation of its Regular Meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was set to take place in the Council Chambers at the City Hall Annex, located at 101 E. Main Street, Forney, Texas.
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Forney’s 2025 Waste And Recycling Schedule
FORNEY—The new 2025 waste and recycling schedule for the City of Forney is online. Gateway Parks subdivision's recycling pickup schedule has changed from Week B to Week A.
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Safe Winter Weather Tips Ahead Of Polar Vortex
KAUFMAN COUNTY—Atmos Energy has provided some tips for staying warm and safe as extreme winter temperatures approach.Â
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Balch Springs Residents Express Frustration Over City Council Actions
Balch Springs - The City Council reinstated Charles Fenner, the city manager, and some residents feel the city isn't listening to its residents.
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Local Congressman Lance Gooden Sworn In for New Term Representing Texas’ 5th Congressional District
Forney, TX – Congressman Lance Gooden (R-TX) was officially sworn in today, commencing his new term as the representative for Texas’ 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district includes the vibrant communities of Forney and Terrell.
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Balch Springs City Manager Contract Reinstated For Five Years - $27k Annual Pay Increase, City Vehicle
BALCH SPRINGS - Charles Fenner, the Balch Springs City Manager charged with Driving While Intoxicated, has been reinstated with a five-year contract, a $27k annual salary increase, and a city vehicle with the city's logo.
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Got what it takes? Make up to 90k for the Forney Fire Department
Are you ready to trade in your ordinary 9-to-5 for a career that’s anything but mundane? If your dream job includes heroism, camaraderie, and a paycheck that can reach up to a sizzling $90K, then look no further than the Forney Fire Department!
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