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Sheriff Byrnes and Forney residents unnerved by McLelland murders

Sheriff Byrnes and Forney residents unnerved by McLelland murders

Kaufman County Sheriff David Byrnes stood somber in front of reporters at the Kaufman County Law Enforcement Center on Easter Sunday, as he gave updated information on the double murders of Kaufman County District Attorney Mike McLelland and his wife Cynthia McLelland. The couple were found shot to death inside their Forney home in the Shamrock Ridge addition near FM 1641 and Helms Trail.

Sheriff Byrnes and Forney residents unnerved by McLelland murders

Neglected horses in Kaufman County rescued, but still need help

Kaufman County, Texas – Four horses and a donkey were rescued earlier this week by the Gentle Zoo of Forney, Texas. The animals were neglected after their owner fell under medical and financial hardships.

Neglected horses in Kaufman County rescued, but still need help

Forney's FM 740/Pinson Road project: Ceremony kicks off construction

Forney's FM 740/Pinson Road project: Ceremony kicks off construction

The FM 740/Pinson Road construction project in Forney was officially kicked off on Tuesday, March 26, in a ceremonial “dirt turning” at Criswell Elementary School. The groundbreaking marks the beginning of the third and final road project which was paid for by a road improvement bond that Forney taxpayers passed back in 2006.

Forney High School Highsteppers win several awards at HTE National Dance Team Championship

The Forney High School (FHS) Highsteppers competed in the HTE National Dance Team Championship in Converse, Texas, on March 23, 2013. The competition was hosted by Judson High School, just minutes northeast of San Antonio.

Forney High School Highsteppers win several awards at HTE National Dance Team Championship

Forney City Council candidate accused of sexually harassing female city employees

Updated March 26, 11:59 a.m. Editor's note: Some readers may find the content of this article disturbing.

Forney City Council candidate accused of sexually harassing female city employees

Kaufman County public transit concerns addressed in Terrell meeting

A public transportation meeting was held at the Star Transit facility in Terrell on Wednesday, March 20, 2013. The North Texas Council of Governments (NCTOG) is heading up a countywide “needs assessment” to address public transportation concerns in Kaufman County. Approximately 20 citizens attended the meeting, including Kaufman County Judge Bruce Wood.