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Forney City Council to Review Development Plans for Forney Marketplace Lot 2A
FORNEY, TX – The Forney City Council is set to meet on Tuesday evening to discuss significant development plans for Forney Marketplace Lot 2A, a location poised for a new multitenant retail building. The meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Annex, will feature a proposal that has already garnered the backing of the Planning and Zoning Commission.
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Costco Final Plat Vote Before Forney City Council Jan 21st
FORNEY, Texas – The City Council will convene on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss a pivotal agenda item regarding the proposed Costco development at the corner of U.S. Highway 80 and FM 460. The meeting will take place in the City Hall Annex/Council Chambers, located at 101 E. Main Street.
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Forney City Council Set to Address Controversial Wayfare Addition During Upcoming Meeting
FORNEY, TEXAS – The Forney City Council is poised to deliberate on a contentious proposal that seeks to convert 50 acres of land in the Wayfare Addition from single-family residential (SFR) to multi-family residential (MFR) use during its upcoming regular meeting on January 21 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the City Hall Annex located at 101 E. Main Street.
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Burlington to Open a New 22,000 Sq Ft Store at Village at Gateway, Expected to Welcome Shoppers by Early 2026
Forney, TX - Burlington is set to enhance the shopping landscape in Forney with a new store scheduled to open its doors at the Village at Gateway. Spanning an impressive 22,000 square feet, the retail space will be located at 11610 West US Highway 80, Suite C, and is anticipated to be completed by January 2026.
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DPS Trooper Saves Driver from Burning Vehicle After Collision
PLANO – On January 9, 2025, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Trooper Cody Durham took swift action to rescue a driver trapped in a burning vehicle following a serious accident on the Dallas Tollway near Spring Creek Parkway.
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New Car Wash Coming to Travis Ranch Area Near Hwy 80 Summer of '26
FORNEY, TX – A new car wash is set to make its debut near Travis Ranch, following the recent approval of a construction project that promises to enhance local services and employment opportunities. The project, is located at the intersection of FM 740 and FM 460(Clements), just north of Hwy 80 and is expected to begin construction on March 1, 2025.
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Investigation Underway into Two Deaths in Caddo Mills
Caddo Mills, TX - On January 16, 2025, the Caddo Mills Police Department requested assistance from the Texas Department of Public Safety's Ranger Division to investigate the deaths of an adult and a juvenile.
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Officer-Involved Shooting of Murder Suspect in Red Oak, Texas
Ellis County, TX – An officer-involved shooting occurred on January 16, 2025, shortly before 11 a.m. on Interstate 35 in Red Oak, Texas, involving the Dallas Police Department and a suspect linked to a capital murder case.
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Terrell Dollar General Construction To Begin March 3rd, 2025, Complete By Year End
Terrell, TX – Exciting developments are on the horizon for local residents as the construction of a new Dollar General store in Terrell is set to commence on March 3, 2025. The project signifies a growing investment in our community and aims to enhance shopping convenience for local residents.
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Forney Prepares to Honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Important Closures and Community Events
As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, 2025, residents of Forney, Texas, are reminded of the significance of this important federal holiday. Celebrated each year on the third Monday of January, MLK Day honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal leader in the American civil rights movement. His dedication to nonviolence, equality, and justice continues to inspire people across the nation and around the world.
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Repeat Theft Offender Apprehended, 3 Agencies Bring Charges Totaling $300k Bond
Kaufman County, TX – The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office has taken into custody Christopher Kevin Rhen, a 42-year-old man with a history of theft offenses. Rhen faces charges from three different law enforcement agencies, all stemming from incidents involving property theft valued under $2,500.
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New $12.5 Million Dollar Helms Trail Transportation Facility Set to Enhance Forney ISD Operations
Update: 7:03pm: Forney ISD confirms the entrance will be off of FM 1641.
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