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Dallas/Fort Worth Foreign-Trade Zone 39 Eyes Major Service Expansion

FORNEY, TX – April 9, 2026The Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport Board, acting as the grantee for Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 39, has officially submitted an application to the federal government to reorganize and expand its service area. The move, documented in the Federal Register on April 9, 20...

Forney Police Department Named Guardians of the Flame After Raising $10,000 for Special Olympics

During Tuesday night’s City of Forney Council meeting, the Forney Police Department received a formal honor from Special Olympics Texas. The department was presented with a ceremonial torch, officially designating the agency as Guardians of the Flame. This recognition follows the department’s succes...

Default Divorce Overturned: Appeals Court Says Missing Service Record Made Decree Void

Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fatal Shooting on County Road 103

Kaufman County law enforcement officials are actively searching for two suspects following a fatal shooting that has left one teenager dead and another injured.The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office received a distress call at approximately 10:00 p.m. on March 26, 2026. The caller, reporting from the a...

Federal Judge Revokes Supervised Release for Kaufman County Man Following Multiple Violations

FORNEY, TX – A Kaufman County man who was previously convicted on major federal drug charges has had his supervised release revoked following a series of documented violations, according to court documents filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.Jason Michael Hood, 41, was...

Forney Firefighters Celebrate Graduation from Paramedic Program

The Forney Fire Department is proud to announce the successful graduation of three of its dedicated firefighters from an intensive Paramedic course. Firefighters Aldaz, Janes, and Smith completed their training yesterday, marking a significant milestone in their professional development.In addition ...

Forney's Future Builders Shine at SkillsUSA District 5 Competition

The SkillsUSA Construction Team from The OC has made a remarkable impact at the recent District 5 competition held at Texas State Technical College in Waco. Each member of this dedicated team showcased their skills and professionalism, culminating in an impressive haul of medals.The spotlight was on...

Celebrate St. Paddy's Day with a Sweet Treat in Forney!

☘️ HAPPY ST. PADDY'S DAY, FORNEY! ☘️A little bit of good news to start your St. Patty's Day!The day we've all been waiting for is finally here! As you prepare to head out and celebrate, don’t forget to wear your green attire for a delicious treat that’s sure to brighten your St. Paddy's Day festivit...

February Crime Report: Forney Police Department Releases Monthly Statistics

The Forney Police Department has published its monthly statistics for February 2026, providing insight into police activity within the city. These figures represent various incidents reported over the month, reflecting the department's response to crime and community safety. Each statistic highlight...

Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New K9 Officer Rage

The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office is thrilled to announce the addition of its newest K9 Officer, Rage. This exceptional 18-month-old Belgian Malinois has arrived from Poland and is ready to serve and protect the residents of Kaufman County.Training and ReadinessRage recently completed an intensive...

Forney ISD Communications Department Celebrates Success at TSPRA Annual Conference

The Forney Independent School District (ISD) Communications Department has achieved remarkable recognition at the 2026 Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA) Annual Conference, bringing home a total of 10 prestigious awards. Among these honors are a Best of Category designation and multip...

Kaufman Economic Development Corporation Honored with 2025 Economic Excellence Recognition

The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) has awarded the Kaufman Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) with its prestigious Economic Excellence Recognition for 2025. This accolade places KEDC among an elite group of just 85 economic development organizations statewide that have achieved this ...