Community Corner
🌱 Why North Forney’s star back could power a breakout season
Also check out WMS Backyard Bash on the Forney Patch calendar
Good morning Forney! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why North Forney's star back could power a breakout season
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 108 and low of 79 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: Hot; a stray p.m. t-shower, temps: high: 105, low: 76.
- Wednesday: Hot; a stray p.m. t-shower, with a high of 101 and low of 78 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Dallas-area Texas high school football players to watch in 2026 (dallasnews.com) — A standout running back from North Forney is expected to be the centerpiece of his team's offense this fall and already holds several Division I offers. He's one of many Dallas‑area high school football players spotlighted in this regional preview of the 2026 season. 
📸 Around Forney
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Forney
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- WMS Backyard Bash
Warren Middle Forney, TX 75126
5:30 pm - Chamber Connect & Learn August 2026: Taking Professional Headshots Using Your Cellphone
Forney Chamber of Commerce M&D Real Estate 105 E. Main St. Forney, TX 75126
12:00 pm - Forney Volleyball Tournament @ FHS
Forney H S Forney High School, 1800 College Ave, Forney, TX 75126, USA - Rhea Musical Auditions
Nell Hill Rhea El Forney, TX 75126
3:25 pm - JV Football VS Lake Highlands
Forney H S Wildcat-Ram Stadium, 9449 Church Rd, Dallas, TX 75238, USA
5:30 pm - 9th Football VS Lake Highlands
Forney H S Forney City Bank Stadium, 800 FM741, Forney, TX 75126, USA
5:30 pm - Forney Volleyball Tournament @ FHS
Forney H S Forney High School, 1800 College Ave, Forney, TX 75126, USA - Community Listing: 11th Annual Clays for CASA Clay Shoot
Forney Chamber of Commerce 15950 State Highway 205, Terrell, TX 75160
8:00 am
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Ribbon Cutting ATI Physical Therapy
Forney Chamber of Commerce 2055 N Gateway Blvd Suite 180 Forney, TX 75126
12:00 pm - WMS Backyard Bash
Warren Middle Forney, TX 75126
5:30 pm - Chamber Connect & Learn August 2026: Taking Professional Headshots Using Your Cellphone
Forney Chamber of Commerce M&D Real Estate 105 E. Main St. Forney, TX 75126
12:00 pm - Forney Volleyball Tournament @ FHS
Forney H S Forney High School, 1800 College Ave, Forney, TX 75126, USA
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Putting my name out there.
I'm looking for part time work in the area. Im 51 yrs old. I have references if needed. Also very good with kids. I'm a caregiver for veterans. Also… (Nextdoor Diamond Creek) - Good morning, neighbors!
Nothing fancy today but, always better than a restaurant!! (Nextdoor Windmill Farms)
- Kroger Family of Companies posted a job opening for Grocery Clerk in Forney. Apply here.
- McDonald's Restaurants posted a job opening for Overnight Crew Member in Forney. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Forney here.
🗞 Nearby News
Heath
- 2723 Ella Joy Ct, Heath, TX 75126 (redfin.com)
Mesquite
- DFW Airport Freeway and I-20 Safety: What Drivers Should Know (irvingweekly.com)
Terrell
- Sen. Kolkhorst celebrates $35M mental health facility for Texas foster youth (kbtx.com)
Ok Forney! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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