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Deceased soldier in Terrell stand-off suffered from PTSD

Deceased soldier in Terrell stand-off suffered from PTSD

Early Monday morning, October 25, 2012, the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) responded to a shots fired call in Terrell, Texas, at approximately 1:41 a.m. The Kaufman County Sheriff's Office stated that the 911 caller said that, “he was shooting in the back of the residence, and that he was killing people.”

City of Forney's improved insurance rating will save homeowners money

Forney Fire Department Chief Rick Townsend and Fire Marshall John Holcomb announced that the City of Forney's rating by the Insurance Services Office (ISO) went from a Class 4 to a Class 2 rating. Forney residents may not know it yet, but the change in rating should help them save approximately 8.5% on their homeowners insurance policies.

City of Forney's improved insurance rating will save homeowners money

Former Forney High School graduates promote Unity Bowl game with three outstanding videos

James Townsend started making films over 10 years ago as a student at Forney High School. He and his wife Lori can be seen on the sidelines of FHS football games, snapping pictures and filming the games for the FHS Quarterback Club. Recently James Townsend decided to use his film making talents to complete three short films promoting the Unity Bowl football game between the FHS Jackrabbits and their crosstown rivals, the North Forney Falcons.

Tragic accident in Terrell claims the life of an infant

On October 23, 2012 @ 2032 hrs, Terrell Police received a call of a multi-vehicle crash involving a truck-tractor trailer, and three cars. Terrell Police accident investigators, detectives, and forensics technician responded and are investigating the cause of the accident.

Former Forney High School graduates promote Unity Bowl game with three outstanding videos

Forney Community Parade brings a big crowd and tons of smiles

Forney Community Parade brings a big crowd and tons of smiles

The Forney Community Parade took place on a sunny morning in historic downtown on Saturday, October 20. An estimated crowd of 2,000 people lined up on Bois D'Arc, Main Street, and Center Street to enjoy Forney's biggest parade yet.

Forney City Council meeting gets heated over helipad issue

The Forney City Council met on Tuesday evening, October 12, 2012 to discuss a full agenda of items. The two hour meeting held surprises and controversy and the latter left an uneasiness in the air at City Hall.

Forney City Council meeting gets heated over helipad issue

Forney City Council considers approval of new Special Events Policy

At the October 16, 2012 City Council meeting held at City Hall in downtown Forney, the Council, Mayor and City Manager Brian Brooks considered the approval of a new Special Events Policy. The SEP was presented by Director of Parks and Recreation, Richard Curry. The final vote on the policy was tabled until a few minor changes and wording can be made to satisfy the Council's concerns.