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Forney City Council Member Sarah Salgado Talks Housing, Growth, and the Future of the City
FORNEY, Texas — As Forney continues to experience rapid growth, City Council Member Sarah Salgado is focused on smart planning, stronger housing standards, and maintaining the city’s unique charm. A native Texan and longtime Forney resident, Salgado brings both her personal investment in the community and her professional background in education to her work on the council. In this interview, she discusses the city’s stance on a local housing authority, ongoing concerns with the Dallas Housing Authority, recent changes to rental regulations, and her vision for Forney’s future. Council Member Salgado was kind enough to discuss these important issues with InForney.
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Operation Kindness Partners with Forney Animal Shelter to Offer Low-Cost Vaccines for Pets
FORNEY, TX — Pet owners in the Forney area will have an opportunity to protect their furry companions at a special low-cost vaccine clinic hosted by Operation Kindness in partnership with the Forney Animal Shelter.
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Forney Animal Shelter Pet of the Week- Leah the Happy Lab!
FORNEY, TX — With her golden coat, joyful eyes, and a heart full of love, Leah is stealing hearts at the Forney Animal Shelter—and she’s ready to steal yours, too.
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Lady Rabbit Soccer Run Ends in Grit, Grace, and One Unforgettable Ride
ALLEN, TEXAS— When the final whistle blew, Forney had just thrown the ball in, ready for one last push. But the seconds had already drained away — helped along by a group of Flower Mound Marcus fans who took their sweet time returning the ball from the stands. It was a frustrating end to a game — and a season — that deserved more.
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Forney, Flower Mound Marcus Set for State Semi-Final Showdown at Allen Eagle Stadium
ALLEN, Texas — The lights will be brighter, the stakes higher, and the pressure heavier when two of Texas’ hottest soccer programs meet in the UIL 6A State Semi-Final this Friday, April 4th at 2:00 PM, at Allen Eagle Stadium. The Forney Jackrabbits and Marcus Marauders will collide with a trip to the state championship on the line.
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FORNEY 3, WYLIE EAST 0 — AND IT WASN’T EVEN THAT CLOSE
ROYSE CITY, Texas — I’ve seen high school soccer in the wind. I’ve seen high school soccer with fireworks. But I don’t recall seeing both blow through a regional final like what Forney High School unleashed Friday night.
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Kaufman County Man Sentenced to LIFE In Prison for Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child Under 14
Kaufman County, TX - District Attorney Erleigh Norville Wiley announced today the conviction of Cresencio Pedroza, age 78, for the Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child Under 14, a 1st Degree Felony.
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Lady Rabbits Soccer Punch Ticket to First 6A Regional Final with 2-0 Win Over Tomball
In a landmark achievement for Forney High School’s soccer program, the Lady Rabbits secured their first-ever berth in the UIL 6A Regional Finals by defeating Tomball 2-0 in Friday’s semifinal match at Belton Tiger Stadium.
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Kaufman County Ducks Unlimited Hosts Annual Banquet on April 5th
Kaufman, TX- The Kaufman County Chapter of Ducks Unlimited will hold its highly anticipated annual banquet on April 5th at 6 p.m. at the Kaufman Civic Center. The event, a major fundraiser for the national conservation organization, helps support efforts to preserve, restore, and protect North American wetlands which are crucial for waterfowl, wildlife, and the environment.
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Cici's Pizza in Terrell to Undergo Major Remodel
Terrell, TX - Cici's Pizza, located at 1428 W. Moore Ave #6 in the Brookshires Center, is set to undergo a significant remodel starting April 1, 2025. The renovation, which is expected to cost approximately $375,000, will transform the space into a more inviting sit-down buffet restaurant.
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TVCC Theatre Department Announces “Working: A Musical” Cast
Athens, TX - The Trinity Valley Community College Theatre Department is excited to announce the cast of its Spring 2025 production of “Working: A Musical.”
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