Articles by Mandy Travis
Athlete JD Bowdoin Honored for Exceptional Performance at State Games
During the June 2 City Council meeting, the Forney community took a moment to celebrate one of its own. Chief White presented JD Bowdoin with a Certificate of Special Recognition, honoring his remarkable achievements at the 2026 Special Olympics Texas State Summer Games. The recognition highlights B...
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Operation Soteria Shield Results in 276 Arrests and 89 Children Rescued Across Texas
The FBI Dallas Division, in conjunction with the North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, has announced the successful conclusion of "Operation Soteria Shield." This massive, coordinated law enforcement initiative, conducted throughout March and April 2026, focused on dismantl...
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Life Sentence Handed Down for Murder of Terrell Police Officer
KAUFMAN COUNTY, Texas — The man responsible for the tragic death of a Terrell police officer has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Darrian Cortez Johnson, 26, appeared in a Kaufman County courtroom on Wednesday, where he officially entered a guilty plea for the capi...
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Forney Police Department Celebrates Promotions and Welcomes New Officers
Terrell, Texas — The Terrell Police Department held a formal ceremony on May 28 to recognize the professional growth of its staff and to officially swear in the newest members of the local law enforcement team.The event served as both a promotional recognition for veteran officers and a welcoming ce...
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Dallas Police Sergeant Passes Following Plane Crash Near Forney
The Dallas Police Department and the broader North Texas law enforcement community are mourning the loss of Sergeant Joshua Boykin, who passed away following a small plane crash near Forney on May 16th. The Dallas Police Association confirmed the sergeant's passing, noting that he succumbed to injur...
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Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office Leadership Completes Professional Development Training
The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office recently announced that several members of its leadership team have successfully completed a specialized professional development course titled Leadership Fundamentals: Finding the Leader Within You. This initiative marks a continued effort by the department to re...
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Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Large Weapons Cache in Terrell
TERRELL, TX — A routine traffic stop in the early hours of May 17, 2026, resulted in the seizure of a significant cache of weapons and the arrest of a Florida man. At approximately 1:00 a.m., Terrell Police Department patrol officers initiated a traffic stop on a U-Haul rental truck after observing ...
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City Addresses Ranch Road Maintenance as Local Officials and Police Mark Milestones
Forney residents who have voiced concerns regarding the condition of the landscaped medians along Ranch Road will soon see visible improvements. City officials announced Friday that cleanup efforts are officially underway following a prolonged period of neglect. The Ranch Road infrastructure project...
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Community Rallies After Off-Duty Dallas Police Officers Survive Plane Crash in Forney
A quiet neighborhood near Sage Hill Parkway and Helms Trail became the scene of a harrowing emergency early Saturday morning when a single-engine plane made a forced landing in a nearby field. The aircraft, a Bellanca Downer 14-19-3, was carrying three off-duty Dallas police officers who were return...
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Teenager in Custody Following Sunday Night Shooting in Forney
FORNEY, Texas — A local teenager is facing serious criminal charges following a shooting that left another juvenile injured Sunday night. According to the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to the 2000 block of Pine Stone Lane at approximately 8 p.m. after receiving reports of...
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Kaufman County Dispatcher Recognized as Top Training Professional at Regional Gala
The North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (NCT9-1-1) recently held its annual gala to recognize the men and women who serve on the front lines of public safety. The organization, which operates under the Texas Health and Safety Code, coordinates emergency systems for more than 40 com...
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Forney Fire Department Honors Excellence at Annual Awards Banquet
The Forney Fire Department recently gathered to recognize the men and women who serve the community, hosting its annual awards banquet to celebrate the dedication and professionalism of its personnel. The event highlighted the commitment required to maintain public safety across Forney and Kaufman C...
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