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Feb 4th Kaufman County Sheriff Officer Involved Shooting in Crandall
KAUFMAN COUNTY, TX – On February 4, 2025, a Kaufman County Sheriff’s Deputy initiated a traffic stop on U.S. Highway 175, which escalated into a vehicle pursuit. The chase concluded in Crandall, Texas, where the suspect attempted to flee on foot after stopping the vehicle.
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Kaufman Judge Sentences "King of Percs" Fentanyl Dealer to 40 Years Imprisonment
KAUFMAN, TX — District Attorney Erleigh Norville Wiley announced today that Arnie Zandate, Jr., 22 years old, pled guilty to Manufacture / Delivery of a Controlled Substance between 4 and 200 grams, a first-degree felony and Evading Arrest with a Vehicle, a third-degree felony. At sentencing, the Honorable Tracy Gray, presiding judge of the 489th District Court, sentenced Zandate to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institutional Division for 40 years and 10 years, respectively, for his crimes.
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Lone Star CASA: A Voice For Children In Need
For over 30 years, Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) has been a vital voice for children who have experienced abuse and neglect in Rockwall and Kaufman Counties. The nonprofit organization trains volunteers to advocate for these vulnerable children, ensuring that courts have the information needed to place them in safe, permanent homes as quickly as possible.
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Scam Alert: Fraud Callers Claiming to be Kaufman County Sheriff
Kaufman County, TX - The Kaufman County Sheriff has reported an fraudulent phone calls from individuals impersonating law enforcement officials. One local resident recently received a call from someone claiming to be from the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office, stating that a warrant had been issued for their arrest due to a missed court date or jury duty. The caller then demanded money to resolve the issue.
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Congrats to Teachers of the Year from FISD
Forney, TX - Congratulations to our 2024 Teachers of the Year on receiving their cars from Toyota of Rockwall!
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Forney Lady Rabbits Charge into 6A with Impressive Start
FORNEY, TX – The Forney High School varsity girls soccer team is making a statement in their first season competing in the UIL’s highly competitive 6A classification. With a stellar 9-1 record, including a perfect 2-0 in district play, the Lady Rabbits are turning heads and earning statewide recognition.
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Shots fired call in the area of Bowie Street and Meadow Lane
Update: 9:05 AM - A local resident reports that she called 911 because they kicked down the gate to her backyard. She was quick to give a "HUGE SHOUTOUT" to the Forney Police Department for a "quick response and thorough investigation"
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TVCC Renames Building to Archie and June Dennis Education Center
Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) is proud to honor the extraordinary contributions of Archie and June Dennis by renaming the Math and Journalism Building, located on the TVCC - Athens Campus, to the Archie and June Dennis Education Center.
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The OC Receives Highest Honor in School Architecture Competition
Forney ISD’s Keith Bell Opportunity Central, designed by Huckabee, was selected as a Caudill Award winner in the 2024-2025 Exhibit of School Architecture competition facilitated by the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) and Texas Association of School Boards (TASB).
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