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Spellman Museum of Forney History: A Local Treasure

Nestled in historic downtown Forney, the Spellman Museum of Forney History has welcomed visitors since its founding in 2001. It’s run by the Forney Historic Preservation League (FHPL), a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preserving the city’s heritage. The museum owes its existence to longtime Forney

Meet the 12 Adorable Adoptables at the Forney Animal Shelter (The Perfect Christmas Gift!)

Every wag, whisker, and wiggle — your next best friend might be right here. If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry family member, the Forney Animal Shelter has a full roster of canine and feline superstars waiting for someone just like you. Adoption fees are $95, which includes spay/

The Roar Next Door: How the Forney Lions Club Keeps Our Town Bright

By Forney Chronicle Staff If you’ve ever munched pancakes with Santa, donated a toy to an “Angel Tree,” or wondered who rigs up the town’s eye screenings and food drives, there’s a good chance a Lion was behind it. The Forney Lions Club — part of the global

Forney Arts Council to Host 2025 Holiday Art Show Reception This Saturday

FORNEY, TX — The Forney Arts Council is inviting residents to celebrate local creativity at the 2025 Holiday Art Show Reception on Saturday, December 13, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at “The Gallery,” located inside the Forney ISD Keith Bell Opportunity

Forney Kids Can Now Send Their Letters to Santa Through the Forney Chronicle 🎅✨

The holiday season has officially arrived in Forney, and this year, Santa Claus is doing something extra special for our community. The Forney Chronicle has partnered with the North Pole to help local children send in their Christmas wish lists — and have them published for everyone in town to enjoy.

Forney Historic Homes Tour Returns December 6

Historic Homes Tour Returns December 6 Forney’s beloved Historic Homes Tour is back on Saturday December 6 from 5 to 8 pm, offering residents a fun and festive look inside six of the city’s most charming historic houses. It is a relaxed, walk friendly evening where you can

A Christmas Story: The Musical Lights Up the Winspear — And It’s Only 20 Minutes From Forney

If you’re looking for true holiday magic, the kind that snaps you out of the same three restaurants loop we all get stuck in here in Forney, then let this be your sign: head west toward the AT&T Performing Arts Center. In just 20 minutes, you’ll

Forney Launches Full Holiday Mode: Tree Lighting on Dec. 4 & Christmas on Main Dec. 6

FORNEY, Texas — If you’ve been waiting for the official signal that it’s socially acceptable to blast Christmas music, drink hot chocolate at 9 a.m., and wear sweaters even if it’s 78 degrees outside… the moment has arrived. Downtown Forney is kicking off the holiday season with

🎉 Good News, Forney — Your “Library” Is One Tap Away

Okay, so full disclosure: the city of Forney doesn’t have a big brick-and-mortar library. No quiet corners filled with that cozy paper smell or the magic of getting lost between shelves of stories which is honestly ridiculous for a city this size. But guess what? The city does pay

ELECTION RESULTS: What They Mean for Forney Voters

Texans had a busy ballot this year, voting on 17 state constitutional amendments. Every single amendment passed statewide—and here in Kaufman County, voters gave every proposal a thumbs-up, too! From school funding and tax breaks to water projects and parental rights, here’s what each amendment means for folks

Homecoming Hype: Forney Comes Back Big, Royse City Heads Home Sad 🏈🎉

FORNEY — City Bank Stadium was packed Friday night for Homecoming — sequins shining, mums clanging, and half the crowd trying not to trip over ribbons longer than the field goal net. And after a slow start, the Jackrabbits made sure all that glitter had a happy ending. Down 19–3 in

Forney’s FY2026 Budget — a regular-people breakdown

The short version: On Sept. 16 the Forney City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and set the city’s tax rate at $0.421431 (that’s the “no-new-revenue” rate for the 2025 tax year). That means the city aims to collect about the same amount of money from

Forney High School Homecoming Parade Rolls Into Town October 4th

Forney, Texas — Clear the streets and polish up your lawn chairs — Forney High School’s annual Homecoming Parade is set to roll through downtown Forney on Saturday, October 4, at 9:00 a.m. Expect the usual suspects: cheerleaders cheering, football players waving like celebrities, the Forney High School Band

Forney Star Javian Osborne’s May Commitment to Notre Dame Shines Spotlight on Local Talent

Javian Osborne: Forney's Rising Star Commits to Notre Dame Forney High School's standout running back, Javian Osborne, has made waves in the football world by committing to the University of Notre Dame for the 2026 recruiting class. This decision not only highlights his exceptional talent but