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Early morning fire destroys two-story detached structure and garage

On Friday, July 5th, an early morning fired destroyed a family's two-story detached structure and garage in the 11300 block of Prairie Lakes Lane in Forney, Texas. A neighbor first noticed the fire and called 9-1-1 at approximately 7:15 a.m. and then alerted the homeowners.

Visiting judge appointed to capital murder trials of Kaufman County prosecutors

On June 28, 2013, Administrative Judge John Orvard of the First Judicial Region of Texas appointed Dallas County District Judge Mike Snipes as the visiting judge in the capital murder cases against husband and wife, Eric and Kim Williams.

Visiting judge appointed to capital murder trials of Kaufman County prosecutors

Pinson Road expected to be closed for 6 to 7 weeks due to bridge construction

A portion of Pinson Road will be closed for approximately six to seven weeks beginning July 10, 2013, at 9:00 a.m. for bridge construction. Both lanes of traffic on Pinson Road will be closed between Redbud Drive and Magnolia Drive.

Pinson Road expected to be closed for 6 to 7 weeks due to bridge construction

Waiting list for Safe Room Rebate program to open for Kaufman County residents

A waiting list for Kaufman County residents hoping to take part in the Metro Safe Room Rebate Program (MSRRP) will open tonight, Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.

Waiting list for Safe Room Rebate program to open for Kaufman County residents

Forney Fire Department holds inaugural awards ceremony

The Forney Fire Department held its inaugural Awards Ceremony on Saturday morning, June 22, 2013. Firefighters, family members, and their friends filled the court room at the Forney Justice Center to honor those that protect them every day.

Midday fire consumes historic Forney home

On June 25, with temperatures in the upper 90's, the Forney Fire Department responded to a fully consumed house fire at 347 West Trinity Street in Forney, Texas. The Forney Fire Department received the 911-call at approximately 3:27 p.m.

Forney Fire Department holds inaugural awards ceremony

Midday fire consumes historic Forney home

City of Forney to double mosquito spraying

City Manager Brian Brooks announced during the June 18 City Council meeting that the City of Forney would be doubling their mosquito spraying efforts throughout the city. Currently the city takes three days each month to spray the north side of US Highway 80, the south side of US Highway 80, and the parks, creeks, and off-road areas.