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The City Of Forney Council Swearing-In May 14th, 6:30 p.m.
FORNEY— The Forney City Council will swear in newly elected and re-elected members on Tuesday, May 14th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
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Forney Police Officer Matt Hutchins Retiring After 23 Years - Public Invited To Reception
FORNEY - After 23 years of service to the Forney Police Department, Officer Matt Hutchins is retiring.
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Local Elections Yield 5.68% Voter Turnout
KAUFMAN COUNTY - Total voter turnout for Kaufman County reached 5.68%, several incumbents won re-election, open seats saw tough competition, and voters approved the Kaufman ISD Bond.
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Nearly 4 Inches Of Rain In Kaufman County In 3 Hours - More Expected
Kaufman— Since 1 p.m., 3.9 inches of rain have fallen in Kaufman County. Local officials report water rescues and advise limiting travel.
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Search for missing 22-year-old transitions from rescue to recovery
FORNEY, Texas — Dallas Fire and Rescue has joined the ongoing search for 22-year-old Waid Robison in Forney, with the operation now transitioning from rescue to recovery.
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Athens native, a Malakoff High School graduate, supports Super Hornet jet aircraft
ATHENS, Texas — Petty Officer 1st Class Erika Buie, a native of Athens, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 106, which operates the U.S. Navy’s F/A-18 Super Hornet.
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Multi-agency search continues for man missing after single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 80
FORNEY, Texas — A multi-agency search continues for a 22-year-old man who has since been reported missing after a single-vehicle crash on Highway 80 near FM 460 on Sunday morning.
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Kaufman native serves as Navy diver at Navy Reserve Center Kitsap
KAUFMAN, Texas — Tyler Petrea, a native of Kaufman, Texas, grew up in a middle class household. He is the eldest of his two siblings. In 2008, at the age of 22, his siblings expressed to him their goals of pursuing nursing careers and he wanted to help them achieve their goals.
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Commissioners Proclaim April Child Abuse Prevention Month
KAUFMAN - On Tuesday, the Kaufman County Commissioners Court proclaimed April Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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Severe Storms Possible Tonight With Heavy Rain Through Wednesday
KAUFMAN COUNTY - As we brace for severe storms and heavy rain, Kaufman County Emergency Management Coordinator Steve Howie emphasizes the crucial role of residents in staying “weather aware” to ensure their safety.
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Forney Offers Eclipse Safety Tips
FORNEY - As Texans prepare for the Solar Eclipse on Monday, the City of Forney has a few safety tips they recommend.
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