Forney News Examiner

19/07/2024

's very own Steve Silver to serve as the Olympic Team Leader for the Women's Wrestling Team in Paris 2024. He previously served as the Men's Freestyle Wrestling Olympic Team Leader in 2008 and has committed to the Women's Team Lead role for 2028.

Besides leading a furniture company with hundreds of millions of dollars in sales, Steve Silver has another job: Leading the U.S. women’s wrestling Olympics team.

01/06/2024

Beautiful storm structure entering Forney at the moment. We may need a break from storms after this one.

21/05/2024

Boil notice for Markout Water Supply customers in the Kaufman County and Forney area. Details below.

20/02/2024

The next transformer has made it to Kaufman county and is currently headed to Terrell from the city of Kaufman. Expect delays as it makes it's way to and through Forney later today or tomorrow.

16/08/2023

114° ??????

We should all enjoy this beautiful 95 degree day; the next 5 days of 105° to 109° will be rough. The troubling news, if this holds true, is that August 25th is projected to be 114 🥵 degrees 👀.

We have Ice 🧊 Days in the winter where we do not leave our homes. Can we now have Boiling Blazing 🥵 Days when the temperatures exceed 110° and we also stay home? 😃☀️😃

21/06/2023

A new grocery option for Forney will soon break ground.

We are pleased to announce the Ground-Breaking Ceremony for Tom Thumb in Forney... and yes, it will have a Starbucks! ☕ In our most recent project update this afternoon, the estimated opening will be Q3 2024.

30/05/2023

Stop by Vision Coffee Lounge in Downtown Forney and try their Mexican Mocha (hot or cold 🥶). New hours have been added and posted in a photo below.

08/05/2023

If you have dreams of one day owning or starting a business, the Summer Entrepreneur Program the Forney EDC is hosting could be for you. Details below 👇🏼.

ATTENTION ALL ENTREPRENEURS: Check out this amazing program being offered in Forney this summer! Please email [email protected] if you are interested in registering or receiving more information.

24/04/2023

Do you have a graduating senior this year? Enos would like to help celebrate them. A great photo op and a dessert? Thanks Enos!!!

We've got a new take on the phrase "SENIOR SPECIAL"! 🎓

Now through graduation, graduating high school seniors can take a photo in front of our 2023 wall at Eno's Pizza Tavern - Forney for a complimentary dessert!

Simply snap your pic, share it on social and use to quality. Share with your server and you'll be treated to something sweet!

*Limit one per person | Offer valid for high school seniors only*

04/04/2023

Well this is a great addition for Forney.

10/02/2023

The growth in Forney for future retail is very exciting for 2023 and 2024.

01/12/2022

This Saturday in Downtown Forney.

28/10/2022

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝

With the amount of rain we have received today and are forecasted to receive over the night and into tomorrow, city staff has decided to cancel Trail of Treats. We know that this was a highly anticipated event, and we are very sorry to have to make this difficult decision. We hope that residents consider attending future city events. Learn more about these events at https://www.forneytx.gov/224/Events

19/08/2022

On the heals of being named The South Atlantic League Pitcher of the Week 3 days ago, Forney's own Mason Englert has pitched another stellar game tonight for the Texas Rangers High A affiliate the Hickory Crawdads.

Mason Englert's line tonight - 6 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 3 K

Englert was drafted in the 4th round of the 2018 MLB draft by the Texas Rangers. We wish Mason continued success and look forward to many Forney Baseball nights at the Texas Rangers ballpark in the years to come.

23/07/2022

HEB has acquired 2 parcels of land in Rockwall totaling 12.16 acres at the Southwest corner of Interstate 30 and John King Blvd.

The land was purchased March 16th of this year and follows a trend of HEB identifying potential store locations across North Texas.

Founded in 1905 in Kerrville, TX, HEB is one of the most well known brands in Texas. HEB currently has over 420 stores with more than 145,000 employees.

Time to take a neighborly wager on which potential location will open first, Forney or Rockwall...

16/05/2022

You likely have heard the news that Mary Sues Nashville Hot Chicken announced Sunday they would be closing this Tuesday. Today and tomorrow will be your last chance to have their delicious chicken and sides.

The good news is a new establishment will be open later this week in the same location, likely Wednesday for your consideration. Queen New Orleans Fried Chicken will offer a unique take for Forney area residents. Be on the lookout and help support our local restaurant owners when possible.

https://www.facebook.com/Queen-New-Orleans-Fried-Chicken-106359241272584/

19/02/2022

Be aware that Highway 80 eastbound at Gateway is currently shutdown for a box truck on fire. (10:42am - Terrell and Forney Fire on scene)

02/02/2022

Forney ISD will be closed tomorrow. Enjoy your snow day!!!

Hello ,

Due to the forecasted inclement weather on Thursday, Feb. 3, all Forney ISD campuses and offices will be closed tomorrow. All extracurricular activities for this evening, Wednesday, Feb. 2 and Thursday, Feb. 3 are also cancelled.

Some of the minutes will need to be recovered. At this time, Friday, March 4, which was scheduled to be an early release day, but will now be a full school day for students and staff to make up for the Feb. 3 closure.

We hope everyone stays safe and warm.

01/02/2022

The most popular business today? Northwest Propane. If this were TikTok we would cue up the Home Depot music for that line of prepared dads.

12/01/2022

For those needing a COVID test, a new site has been opened in Kaufman County to handle the increased demand. The new location is at the Terrell Municipal Airport. Please see below for more information.

A drive thru COVID test site is now open in Terrell TODAY, Jan. 12, at the Terrell Municipal Airport hangar at 55o Industrial Blvd. Testing is M-Sat., 9am - 5pm. PCR tests only - results in 48 to 72 hours. No rapid tests. Pre-register here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RXSnIX2knwHSpSjA-n3BbZh5zGCLZCgz/view?usp=sharing . A second site opens Mon., Jan. 17 in Kaufman, M-F, 9am-4pm @ Kaufman Sports Complex, 595 SH 34. PCR tests only - results in 48 to 72 hours. No rapid tests. If you do not have symptoms or have not been exposed, please do not get tested as supplies are limited.

27/10/2021

Wing Snob has opened in Forney and they are worth adding to your restaurant rotation. The wing flavors are tasty, they have plenty of chicken options and their spicy ranch is fantastic.

Wing Snob is located just south of the railroad tracks on 548 next to Palio's.

Current Hours
Monday - Thursday 11am-10pm
Friday & Saturday 11am-Midnight
Sunday 12-9pm

23/09/2021

Fritzl's Euro Grill - You Have to Try It!!!

A short drive away from Forney is one of the most unique dining experiences you will find. This Austrian German restaurant is a hidden gem providing one of the most authentic dining experiences in Texas.

Owner Klaus Fritz is a true 1 man show at his restaurant in Rowlett, TX. Klaus, is at his shop well before the sun comes up each day to bake and prepare 20 fresh desserts. Klaus will also be your waiter, cook and help you choose the perfect dessert.

Unfortunately his lease is up in less than 99 days and his time as a local restaurant legend are winding down. But if he is looking for a new location, maybe our town showing him some love can bring him to Forney as his next location.

Open Tuesdays-Saturdays 5pm-9pm
3390 Lakeview Pkwy
Rowlett, TX 75088

17/09/2021

Can you believe we are 7 days away from the Great State Fair of Texas opening. After a unique year of drive through eats and treats in 2020, the Fair will open its gates next week to normal crowds.

What are your favorite things about the State Fair of Texas? 🥨 🌽 🎢 🍭

Big Tex will be raised today at 11 am. Photo thanks to on Twitter.

16/09/2021

UPDATE ON HEB coming to Forney:

Forney News Examiner has confirmed that HEB LP has purchased and now owns the parcel of land referenced in our last article. Property ID 7793 per kaufman CAD behind McDonald's and RaceTrac.

https://esearch.kaufman-cad.org/Property/View/7793

16/09/2021

A new retail center development is going in at the northwest corner of 548 and 1641, across from the RaceTrac. The Development Company in charge has included information about a "proposed" HEB site behind McDonalds in addition to a "proposed" Tom Thumb across from the 7-11 on S548.

If both of these grocery developments eventually submit for approval, Forney residents may have a tough time choosing where to shop.

*Pictures attached are from the MQ Companies website. https://mqcompanies.com/development-portfolio/2221-2/

12/09/2021

An overnight fire in the neighborhood of Eagle Ridge has destroyed two homes that were under construction by Altura Homes and badly damaged a 3rd home. No cause has been determined at this time.

31/08/2021

This is what is all about!!! ♥️

A special thank you to Forney ISD Police Officer Paul Cuara who recently purchased a new wheelchair for a North Forney High School student in need. Officer Cuara noticed that the student and her mother were having trouble with the size and weight of the student's wheelchair so he bought her a more mobile transportable wheelchair. Thank you for all you do for the students in Forney ISD Officer Cuara!

25/08/2021

Terrell to consider approving a Texas Roadhouse close to Olive Garden. If approved, Forney could have 3 Texas Roadhouse location options to choose from in the very near future. (Mesquite & Rockwall)

Texas Roadhouse is coming to Terrell very soon! It will be located next to Olive Garden at American Way and Spur 557 if it can be recommended by the Terrell Planning and Zoning Commission and approved by the Terrell City Council.

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Texas Roadhouse vendra a Terrell muy pronto! Estara hubicado a un lado de Olive Garden en la avenida American Way y Spur 557 si logra ser recomendado por la Comisión de Planificacion y Zonificacion de Terrell y aprovado por el Ayuntamiento de Terrell.

20/08/2021

For those looking for something to do this weekend, check out the amazing Siren Rock Brewery in downtown Rockwall. Very good atmosphere, food and of course beer. Would you like to see a Brewery in Forney one day?

03/07/2021

In 1776, then-future President John Adams sent a letter to his wife, Abigail, outlining how the country's declared independence from England should be celebrated. He wrote that the day should be marked with "pomp & parade, with shews [shows], games, sports, bonfires, bells and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other from this time forward forever more [sic]."

The next year, a July 4th fireworks display in Philadelphia began and ended with 13 rockets, according to American University historian James R. Heintze.

"The evening was closed with the ringing of bells, and at night there was a grand exhibition of fireworks, which began and concluded with thirteen rockets on the commons, and the city was beautifully illuminated," he wrote. "Every thing was conducted with the greatest order and decorum, and the face of joy and gladness was universal."

By about five years later, the fireworks shows included a wide variety of types of fireworks such as serpents, wheels, table rockets, cherry trees, fountains and sunflowers.

Credit: KTRK-TV