Forney Chamber of Commerce 2024 Directory

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Contents 6 Welcome Photo by: Mary Dlabaj

7 About The Chamber 8 Meet Your Chamber Ambassadors

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15 Membership Benefits 16 Victory Shops Is A Win For Forney

An aerial photo of the Forney water tower on a beautiful sunny day.

18 Ribbon Cuttings 28 Opportunity Central Is The Center Of Attention

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41 Chamber Membership Directory By Category 52 Forney Non-Profits Have Passion To Give Back 56 The Best Of Forney Winners 62 Important Community Phone Numbers

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63 Chamber Events

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64 Auction & Golf

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Welcome Dear Partners, Forney Residents, and Supporters, Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Forney Chamber of Commerce Directory!

It is with great pleasure and pride that we present this comprehensive guide, showcasing the vibrant business community and dynamic opportunities within the heart of Forney.

Since my arrival as Executive Director at the close of 2022, I have witnessed firsthand the remarkable growth and transformation of our Chamber. With the enthusiastic support of over 150 new Partners, we have cultivated an environment where businesses thrive, collaborate, and innovate.

Within these pages, you will discover a wealth of resources, connections, and insights designed to empower you on your journey towards success. From listings of our esteemed Partners to valuable educational and networking events, this Directory serves as a testament to the collective achievements of our community.

As we continue to forge ahead, fueled by a shared commitment to excellence, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who has contributed to our Chamber’s remarkable evolution. Together, we are shaping the future of Forney and beyond.

Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication.

Here’s to continued growth, prosperity, and collaboration.

Warm regards, Executive Director Forney Chamber of Commerce www.ForneyChamber.com | 6

For more information about joining the Chamber, contact the Forney Chamber of Commerce 100 US-80 #110 | Forney, Texas 75126 meg@forneychamber.com www.forneychamber.com

About the Forney Chamber of Commerce At the Forney Chamber of Commerce, we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant and thriving community that celebrates the past, embraces the present, and envisions a prosperous future.

Our mission is to bring together businesses, organizations, and residents to collaborate, innovate, and make Forney an exceptional place to live, work, and visit.

Forney, a city with a rich history, has its roots deeply intertwined with the development of Texas itself. The area was first settled in the mid1800s and was originally known as Brooklyn. It was not until 1873 that the name was officially changed to Forney, in honor of the influential railroad official, John W. Forney.

The advent of the Texas and Pacific Railway marked a turning point in Forney's growth, as it brought connectivity and opportunities for trade and commerce.

Throughout the years, Forney has weathered its fair share of challenges, but its resilience has always shone through. The city's

agricultural heritage, centered around cotton and other crops, played a crucial role in its early development. As time progressed, Forney evolved into a bustling community with diverse industries, from manufacturing to retail, adding to its economic strength. Today, Forney stands as a harmonious blend of the past and the present.

The city proudly preserves its historic charm through carefully preserved landmarks and buildings while embracing modernity with cutting-edge businesses and innovative initiatives.

As the Forney Chamber of Commerce, we take pride in supporting the businesses that form the backbone of our community. By providing resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy, we aim to empower our members to reach new heights of success. We believe that a robust business community not only drives economic growth but also fosters a sense of pride and unity among residents. www.ForneyChamber.com | 7

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Effort has been made to make this publication as complete and accurate as possible. All references contained in this publication have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable. The Forney Chamber Magazine and Membership Directory is an annual publication of The Forney Chamber of Commerce as a service to the Membership, newcomers and associates. The Membership listing is a listing of Terrell Chamber of Commerce Member as of Feb. 1, 2024. While every reasonable effort has been taken in the compilation and preparation of this publication, The Terrell Tribune assumes no liability resulting from any error or omission from this publication, or from the use of information contained herein. If a listing is in error, please call the Chamber at 972-564-2233.

Meet Your Ambassadors The Forney Chamber Ambassador Program is a group designed to enhance the Forney Chamber of Commerce's outreach, engagement, and support for its members and the local business community. Our group of dedicated volunteers known as Ambassadors serve as the Chamber's goodwill representatives and the face of the chamber. These ambassadors play a crucial role in fostering stronger relationships between the chamber, its partners, and the broader business community.

What does an Ambassador do? Some rolls include but are not limited to: Welcoming businesses to the community; seeking new members for the chamber or explaining what a Chamber is/does; attend ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new businesses/new business locations; contact existing members to ensure they’re satisfied with membership; inform the Chamber office of member needs and concerns; attend monthly Business After Hours events; represent the Chamber within the community perform social media

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responsibilities and share Chamber event information as needed Why Should I Become a Chamber Ambassador (and How)?

Being a Chamber Ambassador provides fabulous networking opportunities and offers multiple benefits for you and your business, but it’s also a great way to get more involved in your city and region while assisting the chamber in its mission, initiatives and events. If interested ask for more details from one of the Ambassadors today!

Infinity Texas Air “Where Comfort Never Ends” Leaving corporate America behind 7 years ago, Tiffany Barnes found her calling within the walls of Infinity Texas Air, a company known for its commitment to excellence and community engagement. Her decision to transition was fueled by a deep-seated belief in the power of collective action and the importance of giving back. Each day, she channels her dedication into tangible actions, whether it’s helping homeowners with their HVAC systems or extending a helping hand to those in need. At Infinity Texas Air, Tiffany’s passion for community service found a home.

Five years ago, Tiffany, along with her husband, Trapper Barnes, cocreated “A Cause for Paws” program, where Infinity Texas Air sponsors one dog every month from the local animal shelter. When the dog is matched with their perfect family, Infinity Texas Air takes care of all adoption fees and gives the family a Welcome Home Kit, complete with a leash, collar, bed, bowls, and food. Later that year, Tiffany and Trapper also created Infinity Texas Air’s annual BBQ & Backpacks event. Every July, Infinity teams up with a local BBQ master, serving plates of BBQ to local residents, to raise money for Forney ISD students in need of school supplies.

Tiffany Barnes Brand Ambassador

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Tiffany has lived in Forney for almost 25 years. Watching her children grow up in the community has given her the opportunity to be involved in many youth activities, multiple school functions, leadership roles in school PTO programs and advising on local committees, all of which helped lead her to Infinity Texas Air and its dedication to serving Forney and the surrounding areas. In her free time, Tiffany enjoys spending time with her husband and their children, whether it’s a day by the pool, watching sports on the back porch, or a trip to the beach when time allows. Most recently, you can find her on a golf course, but don’t get too close just yet, she still has a lot to learn!

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Brandon joined New York Life in 2022 as an agent with a focus on Business Solutions. He has had a 14-year career in many aspects of manufacturing most recently being Operations Manager for a world-renowned manufacturing company. Brandon also spent 5 years as a Fire Fighter/EMT in Washington state prior to moving to Texas.

Brandon focuses on building relationships within his community and surrounding areas. He provides education and support for business owners as well as their employees to secure their financial future and goals. His experiences have afforded him the knowledge to know the need for protecting one’s financial future as well as planning for unforeseen, life altering circumstances. Whether you are seeking private financial planning or wholistic business solutions for group benefits and beyond, Brandon and his team are the superior choice.

He has lived in Heartland for the last 4 years and was born and raised in Central Washington until he moved to Arizona for Tech School. Brandon is a servant-leader in the Forney business community as a Chamber Ambassador for Forney Chamber of Commerce, serving on the Board of Directors for Forney Chamber of Commerce, and as an Ambassador for Forney Economic Development Corporation. Brandon has a deep understanding of the needs in the Forney Business community as well as the connections to help meet those needs over and above what he offers as an agent. Being active in the Forney community in these capacities has been both personally rewarding and beneficial to the business community at large. Brandon enjoys spending time with his wife and 4 sons. He loves the Lord, traveling, golfing, hunting, fishing, and teaching his sons to find fulfillment in all that they do.

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Beth joined HomeBank Texas in 2021 as a Vice President. She has a 25-year career in many different facets of banking. Her experience includes retail banking, operational excellence, and success in commercial lending.

Beth invests time with her clients to understand their needs and deliver superior service. Her experience with complex transactions gives her the ability to be a knowledgeable lender in closing loans efficiently. From Homestead loans to investor Commercial Real Estate, Beth is the lender of choice in the greater Forney and Rockwall markets.

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She has lived in Rockwall or the surrounding communities for majority of her life. Beth currently resides in Forney, Texas.

Growing up in Rockwall has given her experience throughout the DFW Metroplex. Her involvement in the United States Christian Chamber of Commerce, the Forney Chamber of Commerce and Rockwall Chamber of Commerce have been rewarding for her personally and beneficial to the business community. Beth enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, traveling, playing golf, and finding joy in whatever she is doing.

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LOCAL. COMMUNITY. RELATIONSHIPS.

American Bank of Commerce has been operating under the same ownership since 1962 serving the banking needs of our communities in Texas and Colorado. We truly believe the success of our bank comes directly from the relationships we build with our customers. The commitment of ABC Bank goes beyond the walls of our branches, too, as we are highly invested in the communities we serve. We would enjoy the opportunity to earn and keep your business. To us, great service is more than just a statement…it’s our mission.

With over 35 years of banking experience, Judy joined ABC Bank in 2008 in Lubbock, Texas. Throughout her career, she has worked in and managed numerous areas including deposit operations, compliance, retail banking and marketing.

She moved to Forney in 2021 and transitioned to the role of Business Development/Treasury Officer working primarily with the bank’s North Texas and Colorado Regions. In this role, Judy is able to work with businesses to improve their cash flow, lower costs and improve efficiencies. She takes pride in this new role and places customer satisfaction and loyalty as a top priority.

Business Development /Treasury Officer jhelm@theabcbank.com

Judy enjoys being active in the community and striving to give back. As well as serving as an Ambassador for the Forney Chamber of Commerce, Judy is also active in the Metrocrest Chamber serving Addison, Carrollton, and Farmers Branch. She is on the Board of Directors of Rae’s Hope and is currently President of Financial Women in Texas - Dallas Group. She and her husband moved to Forney for the opportunity to spend more time with their daughter who lives in Dallas. They’ve all been extremely happy with the move and are busy planning her upcoming wedding this June.

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J-Crew Entertainment is a local business owned and operated by the Joyner family — Paul, Megan, Lily, and Emily. The company is founded on their deep belief in the imporantance of family and community, and as a vehicle for their mission to create memorable experiences for families and to emphasize the value of togetherness.

Movie Nights, which have become a flagship offering from J-Crew Entertainment, can be traced back to a longstanding Joyner Family Tradition that began when Lily and Emily were young. Movie Nights aren’t just about watching films; they’re a shared experience that brings families closer together; just like it did (and does) for the Joyners.

The family would go all-out for every single movie. They’d set up cozy seating, prepare delicious snacks, and create a magical ambiance that transformed something simple into lasting family memories. These moments inspired everything J-Crew does and are the driving force behind the Joyners’ passion to help others.

And they would love the opportunity to help you and yours create the same connections in your family and with your community.

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Membership Benefits Forney Chamber of Commerce, board members, committees, and volunteers work year-round to ensure we are providing value to our members. Following are just a few of the programs and services available to members. If you’re not a member, join us today so you can take advantage of these great benefits!

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Ribbon cuttings organized by the Forney Chamber of Commerce serve as a vital networking opportunity for local businesses, allowing them to establish connections within the community.

Annual Golf Tournament With golf clubs in hand and spirits high, participants tee off for a day of birdies, bogeys, and laughs, all while supporting our community. The funds raised during this tee-rific tournament drive us towards future chamber projects that ensure Forney remains in the swing of success!

Cheers with the Chamber Monthly happy hour at a local business, creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere for networking. Business owners, professionals, and community members gather to unwind, socialize,

and build valuable relationships in a casual setting Chamber Luncheons Each luncheon features a distinguished guest speaker who shares insights, expertise, and inspiration, enhancing the overall networking experience. It is an excellent opportunity for forging new connections, fostering partnerships, and staying updated with the latest trends and developments in various industries.

Forney Young Professionals

Dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. Meeting monthly, this dynamic group engages in discussions on essential skills and topics that propel young professionals toward success in both their careers and personal lives.

Annual Auction & Casino Night An

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event. This event not only provides a thrilling and enjoyable evening for attendees but also serves as an excellent sponsorship and networking opportunity for businesses and professionals in our community. The funds raised during the auction and casino games are channeled towards future chamber projects, allowing us to continue supporting and enriching the Forney business landscape.

Coffee & the Economy Collaborates closely with the Forney Economic Development Corporation to keep local business leaders informed about upcoming projects and vital updates on the thriving local economy. Through our monthly meetings, we offer a valuable platform for sharing critical insights and fostering meaningful dialogue. To make these gatherings even more enjoyable, we provide complimentary breakfast tacos and coffee, creating a welcoming and energizing environment for all attendees Event Listings We offer a valuable feature that allows our Partners to post their business event listings directly on our website.

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VICTORY SHOPS IS A WIN FOR FORNEY

BY BODEY COOPER

Victory Shops has exponentially grown since its introduction into Forney just a few short years ago.

The outlet is now blossoming with new businesses seemingly every month. The Joint Chiropractic, Dillas Quesadillas, CareNow, Aspen Dental and T-Mobile are just some of the businesses that are part of the Forney Chamber of Commerce that have opened in the last few months.

Other businesses within the Victory Shops include Pizza Patrón, NobiliTea, Mix It Up, Mo’Bettahs and Cava.

The Joint Chiropractic is offering ways to help customers that are seeking relief from everyday aches and pains or looking to maintain a healthy, active life through their adjustments.

Dillas Quesadillas, one of the newer eateries at the Victory Shops, offers mouth-watering options for the quesadilla lover. Their motto is, “Good food, good people, good times.” And that is exactly what they bring to the table, literally.

CareNow is the newest urgent care clinic in Forney that is committed to providing convenient urgent care services to help patients feel better fast.

They offer top notch care and accept most major health insurance plans and treat children older than three months of age.

Aspen Dental is the new name in town when it comes to dental services in Forney. Aspen Dental offers emergency dental operations, dentures, www.ForneyChamber.com | 16

dental implants, clear aligners, dental services and cosmetic dentistry, as well as teeth whitening and veneers.

They offer affordable dental care with a team that’s in your corner, and on your corner.

T-Mobile in Forney offers the latest and newest technology for those in need of the newest smart phone, tablet, watch or a new mobile plan.

They have the top-of-the-line Apple and Samsung products while offering some amazing deals with plans for those who want to keep it simple or want everything included, such as talk, text and data plans.

Mo’Bettahs brings authentic Hawaiian cuisine to the Forney area. They serve up the Hawaiian experience on a

plate with items like Teriyaki chicken and steak, Katsu chicken and homemade macaroni salad and steamed rice. Go by and check it out to open up your taste buds!

Pizza Patrón is the newest name in pizza pies at Victory Shops. Real fresh, real flavor is their slogan. They prepare the dough, sauce and toppings so that they’re at their peak freshness and deliver maximum flavor.

That is the Patrón way!

NobiliTea offers amazing, handcrafted drinks and loose-leaf teas. They have delicious specialty teas in-store, and the great people inside can help you find your favorite loose-leaf tea and best flavors. They offer a delicious collection of over 60 different loose-leaf teas, including organic, black, green and so much more.

Stop in to get that extra boost for the rest of your day.

Mix It Up is the go-to premier destination for delicious desserts and irresistible ice cream. They take pride in serving the finest scooped ice cream that will tantalize the taste buds and leave you wanting more. They have quality, creativity and a variety of toppings that set them apart as the ultimate dessert destination in Forney. Scoops, toppings, waffle cones and bowls are the main attraction when you step inside.

Come on down for a delightful dessert experience that will leave

you craving more scoops.

Cava offers a unique flavor palette with it comes to the Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. They bring heart, health and humanity to food. They serve delicious food that helps more people eat well and live well. Their plan is to take care of the people and things that feed us: the earth, farmers, purveyors and team members.

They believe food is a unifier for a more diverse yet inclusive world where all are welcome.

Kohl’s and Sephora have also made their way to Forney. They offer the best clothing, perfumes, colognes and so much more.

They’re stocked with everything you need for yourself and your home: apparel, shoes and accessories for men, women and children. They also offer home products like small electrics, beddings, luggage and more. They have the best merchandise at the best prices with an amazing shopping experience that makes it enjoyable.

Victory Shops continues to grow as fast as Forney and the tenants continue to flow in as well. With many new businesses and projects in the works, make your way out and try all that Victory Shops has to offer and we promise you’ll feel the winning spirit that it brings to the community.

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OPPORTUNITY CENTRAL IS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION

BY BODEY COOPER

Morris said The OC’s goal is for students to learn what it takes in all facets to be successful and how businesses function.

The new Keith Bell Opportunity Central in Forney is just that: opportunity central.

Whatever you can think of in Forney, The OC offers just that. Want to visit the first floor for shopping, dining, and entertainment? Do you want to book a new class, try out a new skill, check out a theater performance, concert or sporting event? You can even come in to get your hair done, get your car fixed or record a podcast.

The idea began nearly a decade ago in the mind of Forney ISD Superintendent Dr. Justin Terry. The firstof-its-kind education and opportunity space opened in August 2023 and has been a hit with the community right off the bat.

“Dr. Terry had the vision that he wanted a facility that not only offers career and technical programming to students, but that could involve the community as well,”

“We want them to learn everything from the back of house to front of house operations,” Morris said. “Whether that’s inventory management, customer service, bookkeeping, or any aspect it takes to run a business.”

Director of Business Partnerships Talana Morris said. “The idea is that we are integrating students with businesses and community.”

Texas State Representative Keith Bell attended the ribbon cutting of The OC on February 2, 2024. The building was named after Bell, former president of the Forney ISD Board of Trustees

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“I think everyone is still learning what it is,” Morris said. “The idea has evolved a lot over the years, but there’s nothing like this in the U.S. There’s nowhere that integrates the CTE school with the community aspect and a mall-like setting on the first floor and the special event space. It’s very innovative and unique. He (Superintendent Dr. Terry) worked with a futurist that said this is the future of education.”

and who has always been a longtime supporter of public education.

The students that attend classes at The OC, located at 680 Innovation Boulevard, are students from Forney and North Forney High School. Students take CTE classes at The OC but take core classes on campus at the high schools as well.

Virtual students and dual credit students may also have classes at The OC. The OC accommodates over 2,000 students from both campuses daily and currently offers up to 17 CTE programs with more being added in the 24-25 school year. “The reaction to the opening

of the campus has been nothing short of exciting,” Morris said.

“It’s been great,” Morris stated. “The business owners here are receptive or else they wouldn’t be here. I think they’ve been very surprised at the quality of some of the things the students are doing for their businesses. They’re really enjoying the opportunity to teach them and learn from them as well.”

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The building is 350,000 square feet that spans three stories including spaces for student-led initiatives. It’s also designed to maximize space and flexibility. The CTE programs offered at The OC vary based on the path of the individual student and the career they want to pursue. Programs include entrepreneurship, marketing and sales, healthcare diagnostics, healthcare therapeutic, exercise science and wellness, construction management, automotive technology, cosmetology, education and training, emergency services, law enforcement, design and multimedia arts,

digital communications, horticulture and floral design, fashion design, cybersecurity and engineering.

Event venues, including the 600seat Black Box Theater and a 6,500-seat arena, have rental spaces available to the entire community. Classrooms are available for day, evening and weekend college and community classes. The OC has also partnered with Dallas College, Trinity Valley Community College and Texas Tech University for dual-credit classes, programs, certifications and degrees.

The Black Box Theater will serve as the tornado shelter and has a center-stage design with seating on all four sides. It also has flexible space for lectures, performances and events. The arena has 6,500 cushioned stadium seats and floor space for up to 1,200 seats.

It will also have a regulation basketball court, or space for three basketball courts or eight volleyball courts. It has a 24’x42’ digital screen and two additional digital screens with a digital display ribbon that runs above the top seats.

Architects of The OC are Huckabee Architects and Gallagher Construction Services.

The first floor of The OC offers a separate, secure Early Childhood Center with over 400 three and four-year old students and OC Junior, which has a play village with mini OC shops, a two-story play structure and is available for week-

end and evening rentals. Students in the teaching and learning pathway also get hands-on experiences working with the pre-K students at The OC. There is even a cosmetology school and student-operated salon partnered with TVCC that is offered on the first floor across from the OC Junior. Next to that is the Engage Program, which offers student and community enrichment classes on evenings and weekends. There is also an art gallery with student artwork on full display.

Coming later in 2024 is the Novus Escape Room, delving into character-based escape room games, and Code Ninjas, a coding enterprise that teaches kids vital skills through an engaging game-based curriculum. Both of these initiatives will be student operated.

The west side entrance also introduces visitors to eateries like Mary Sue’s by Eddie Deen and Southern Social Eatery, offering the best in meats, sides and southern classics. The east side features Taqueria Forney, offering authentic Mexican fare and house made tortillas, and Latham Bakery will also be debuting soon with its sweet pastries, cookies and cake confections, including personalized cakes.

The OC also offers retail options to visitors with Pine & Ivy, Royal T Designs, The Rancher’s Wife Boutique, Stay Golden Gifts & Artisan Market, Blooms Floral, Printer TX and so much more.

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Around the front of the building is The Mix, powered by Huckabee, a collaborative space with comfortable furniture and open guest Wifi for students and visitors to find a nice, quiet, relaxing place to kick back and study or take some time to themselves. Right up front as well is a boost of caffeine to start your day with White Rhino Coffee offering all sorts of delicious hot and cold brews as well as tasty pastries and treats.

Just to the right of The Mix is the Welcome Center where visitors can get more information about The OC, like

event rentals and A/V support.

The Green Room around the corner on the east side offers a photography space that is rentable for sessions or small receptions.

Staying in the multimedia area, the east side also has a full recording studio for artists and podcasting entrepreneurs.

As you walk down the corridor, you’ll see Martin’s Automotive as well as the automotive program. It has a four-bay automotive center with student automotive classes in partnership with Dallas College that operates two bays. The other two bays are operated by Martin’s for public diagnostic, maintenance and repair services.

Around to the backside is the construction lab powered by Gallagher Construction. It has a large area with tools and equipment for construction technology students’ projects or for tech theatre students to build sets.

The east side also includes eateries like Latham Bakery and Taqueria Forney and common dining areas for people to enjoy their meals.

Future activities at The OC includes a makerspace – Assembly Required, an E-sports lab, theater performances, pickleball courts, fitness classes, “edu-tainment”, sports leagues, community classes and so much more.

Morris said The OC’s goal is for students to learn what it takes in all facets to be successful and how businesses function.

“We want them to learn everything from the back of house to front of house operations,” Morris said. “Whether that’s inventory management, customer service, bookkeeping, or any aspect it takes

to run a business.”

Students earn high school credit for their work in the businesses but if the owners decide to hire students outside of their class period, students can also gain paid experience.

According to Morris, there are many business owners that want space in the building, but the space is limited with how many vendors are already operating out of The OC. “I think everyone is still learning what it is,” Morris said. “The idea has evolved a lot over the years, but there’s nothing like this in the U.S. There’s nowhere that integrates the CTE school with the community aspect and a mall-like setting on the first floor and the special event space. It’s very innovative and unique.

He (Superintendent Dr. Terry) worked with a futurist that said this is the future of education.”

Whether you’re a student, a parent, a visitor, or just a citizen interested in all The OC has to offer, the first-of-its-kind building is really a sight to see and if you ever get the opportunity to visit, it really is, “opportunity central.”

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Stone Title Company has been around for over 100 years. We have over 150 years of experience in the title business and our real estate attorneys have over 100 years of experience. Combined we have over 250 years of knowledge which means we have seen just about everything, and have insured most of Lamar County at one time or another.

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Smurfit Kappa offers an excellent range of benefits, including: • Highly competitive salary • Overtime available • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance options to fit your needs • Paid holidays • Paid sick and vacation time • Tuition Reimbursements • Annual work shoe allowance • $2000 Signing Bonus* • Employee referral bonus* • Advancement opportunities Our Forney, Texas location was runner up for Best of Forney manufacturing & industrial business! Our parent company, Smurfit Kappa Group, is one of the leading producers of paper-based packaging. We operate in 35 countries – 23 in Europe and 12 in the Americas – with around 43,000 employees. We are an integrated producer, with our packaging plants sourcing the major part of their raw material requirements from our own paper mills. The Paper Group of SKNA is located in Forney, Texas and has grown rapidly over the last 20 years because it has insisted on hiring only the best and brightest leaders in every discipline.

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Chamber Category Directory Accountants Certified Public MCPA, PC. 301 E. Broad St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-1660

Accounting & Tax Service

Darling Bookkeeping & Tax Services 3463 Gypsum Court Heartland, Texas 75126 (469) 649-2208

Adv Directory

Premier HVAC Services, LLC 7761 FM 741 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 720-4539

Sinclair Law Group PC 325 S. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 972-4433

Frost Bank 15301 Dallas Parkway Suite 100 Dallas, Texas 75001 (214) 515-4720

Air-Conditioning & Heating Sales & Service

Stucky Injury Law 205 E. Highway 80 Suite 105 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 453-1190

HomeBank Texas 105 E Ralph Hall Parkway Rockwall, Texas 75032 (972) 287-0850

Auto Dealership

RelyOn Credit Union 471 Marketplace Blvd.

Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 357-3328

Cole Air Conditioning Co Inc P.O. Box 631 602 N. Palestine St. Athens, Texas 75751 (903) 675-9138

EMS Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 9975 High Country Ln Suite 5 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 720-4545

Gordon Publications 5999 Summerside Drive Dallas, Texas 75252 (972) 248-8196

Infinity Texas Air 12025 Lewis Circle Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-9222

Advertising, Promotional Products & Welcoming Service

Star AC Supply LLC 10676 W US Hwy 80 Unit 1 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 227-7665

B5 Business Solutions 1001 Newington Circle Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 386-0116 Maniak Prints 11821 Classic Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 924-7776

Forney Living Magazine PO Box 1091 Prosper, Texas 75078 (972) 347-3344 Housewarmers of Forney 1103 Walnut Street Royse City, Texas 75189 (214) 864-4569 Texas Twister Publications PO Box 1131 Quinlan, Texas 75474 (888) 355-5263

Air-Conditioning & Heating Contractors Copeland Home Services 11808 S. Profit Row Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 720-4440

Platinum Chevrolet Cadillac 1212 West Moore Ave Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 524-2663 Platinum Ford 1608 W. Moore Ave. Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 524-3775

Auto Maintenance & Service & Repairs

Texas Bank and Trust 648 Ridgecrest Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2600 Texas Regional Bank 101 N. FM 548 Set. 103 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 962-3484

Christian Brothers Automotive 725 E. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 676-5561

Trinity Capital Bank of Texas 6936 FM 741 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 330-8540

Swan Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air 214 E HWY 80 Frontage Rd Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 989-7207

Forney Kwik Kar 304 W. Broad St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-3064

Beauty & Nail Salons

Aircraft Servicing & Maintenance

Performance Tire & Service 124 East Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2828

Aircraft Ducting Repair, Inc 101 Hunters Circle Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-9600

Apartments

Parc at Windmill Farms Apartments 1003 Windmill Farms Blvd Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 472-2745 The Preserve at Gateway 1450 Whaley Drive Forney, Texas 75126 (817) 657-5942

Attorneys

Bradford Law Firm, PC 107 McGraw Street Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2240

North Texas Mechanical, LLC PO Box 1319 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 289-0200

Guest & Gray, P.C. 315 S. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-4644

Patriot Comfort Services 9558 Helms Trail Suite 800 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 868-2668

Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins, & Mott, LLP 500 E. Border St. #640 Arlington, Texas 76010 (817) 461-3344

Banks & Banking Associations

Absolute Merchant Solutions My Credit Card Lady 2414 Seagoville rd Seagoville, Texas 75159 (469) 602-2909 American Bank of Commerce 5050 Quorum Drive Ste 100 Addison, Texas 75254 (806) 775-5110 American National Bank of Texas 104 Regal Drive Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 863-5918 Bank of America 100 W. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-2221 City Bank - Forney 771 E. US Hwy 80 Suite 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-3921 First State Bank 114 W. Pacific St. Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 602-7030

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European Wax Center 209 Marketplace Blvd Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 935-7600 Hair Shaft II 104 W. Broad St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-9121

HAIR SHAFT II Laurie Barkham

Owner /Cosmetologist 214-649-1841

Lisa Morphis Cosmetologist 972-839-2828

104 W. Broad St. Forney, TX

972-564-9121 Texas Massage and Spa 203 S. Bois d’Arc St Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 642-9686

Business Services ImageNet Consulting 3223 Commander Dr Carrollton, Texas 75006 (214) 492-9550

Chamber Category Directory Carpet Cleaners Kwik Dry 1415 W Oaklawn Dr Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 863-2926

REM Carpet and Tile cleaning 1007 S Houston Street Kaufman, Texas 75142 (469) 369-2942 Ter-Jan Carpet Service 307 W. Moore St. Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 524-5025

Catering

Madres’ Cocina 425 Pinson Rd. Ste. J Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-3287 Simply Great Catering 123 E. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 538-7985

Child Care Facilities

Children’s Lighthouse in Forney 2401 FM 741 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-7226 Primrose School of Forney at Gateway 1451 Whaley Drive Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 425-6989

Chiropractic & Massage Align Integrated Health 182 S Collins Rd Ste. 500 Sunnyvale, Texas 75182 (972) 707-0993 Revyve 992 US Hwy 80 E Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-5181 The Joint Chiropractic of Forney 313 Marketplace Blvd Forney Forney, Texas 75126 (945) 253-1866

Servpro of Kaufman County, Mesquite 11374 Industrial Way Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 329-4747

Commercial HVAC & Plumbing

J&R Plumbing Heating and Air 521 E Church Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 391-1600 SRS Services 6275 FM 148 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 524-3896

Communications Optimum 5830 Granite Parkway Plano, Texas 75024 1-877-794-2724

T-Mobile 630 E US Hwy 80 Frontage Rd Ste 636 Forney, Texas 75126 (945) 899-5203

Computer Sales & Services

Birdman Kustom Electronics 205A W. Broad St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-9181 Excellence IT 325 N. St. Paul St 3100 Dallas, Texas 75201 (469) 915-2946 T.A.S. Technical Solutions P.O. Box 497364 Garland, Texas 75126 (214) 416-7667

Construction, Home Builders, Contractors/ Developers

Gaskill General Contractors, LLC 15979 Miller Farm Rd. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 333-8884 Liberty Gutters, LLC 2208 Milan Dr Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 395-7609 Mayo-Wright Consultants, LLC 329 Oaks Trail Ste 222 Garland, Texas 75043 (972) 346-5203

Forney Enterprise Systems LLC 10099 Fireside Ln Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 890-0673

Dentists/Orthodontics Aspen Dental 576 W Hwy 80 Frontage Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 357-3868

Sechrist Home Improvement 1131 Avalon Drive Crandall, Texas 75114 (469) 287-6892

Empower Dental 485 Marketplace Blvd, Suite 110 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 289-5959

Splash Pad Pool Builder 5593 Texas 276 Suite 107 Royse City, Texas 75189 (214) 971-7665

Essence Dentistry & Cosmetics 823 FM 548 Suite 130 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 431-0199

T & T Custom Trim, LLC 11695 Bush Ln. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-9339

Forney Family Dentistry 108 E. Hwy 80 Suite 190 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-7575

The Patch Boys of East and South Dallas 107 Hackberry Street Oak Leaf, Texas 75154 (214) 764-6608

Just For Kids Dentistry 215 S. FM 548 Ste B Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-2222

Tracon Construction, LLC 312 E Main St Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 668-7643 William Ryan Homes 1234 Abbey Green Drive Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 697-9402 Chesmar Homes 1600 North Collins Blvd, Suite 1400 Richardson, Texas 75080 (832) 387-7941

Counseling & Consulting

Archie T’s Handyman & Restoration LLC 525 Madrone Trail Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 258-7690

Effectual Life Coaching Enterprises 1307 Buttermere St Forney, Texas 75126 (661) 341-0730

AA Business Helps LLC 4048 Golden Rod Dr Heartland, Texas 75126 (214) 680-4131

Century Communities 1117 Garden Grove Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (407) 621-1983

Mesquite Friendship Baptist Church 680 East U.S. Highway 80 Mesquite, Texas 75149 (972) 329-5030

Heroes Shield Janitorial 1500 Hi Line Dr Dallas , Texas 75207 (469) 334-3598

Circle B Construction, LLC 7976 FM 2578 Terrell, Texas 75160 (469) 915-2255

Cleaning Service & Restoration

Data & Voice Communications

My Leadership Coach, LLC 307 Bayberry Trl Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 762-6689

First Texas Homes 500 Crescent Court #350 Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 613-3400 www.ForneyChamber.com | 42

LM Family Dentistry 571 S. 548 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-9914

Dermatology Office

Dermatology & Skin Cancer Surgery Center S763 E. U.S. Hwy. 80 Suite 125 Building 1 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 602-5737 U.S. Dermatology Partners 410 Pinson Rd. Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 654-1238

Distillery

Five Points Distilling 8575 Union Hill Rd. Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 430-4147

Dry Cleaners/Laundry Forney Cleaners 201 E US Hwy 80 Forney , Texas 75126 (972) 564-9753 Freshli Folded Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 759-9080

Chamber Category Directory Economic Development Forney Economic Development Corp 101 E. Main St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-5808

Education

3D Lash & Brow Salon and Academy 205 US. 80 Suite 175 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 917-9305 KDC Driving School 425 Pinson Road, Ste L Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 602-5004 The Fulton School 1626 Smirl Drive Heath, Texas 75032 (972) 772-4445 Trinity Valley Community College 1200 E I-20 Terrell, Texas 75160 (903) 670-2636

Electrical Contractors & Service Intex Electrical Contractors, Inc 11981 Classic Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 288-8041

Emergency Care

Medical Jets International, LLC 505 E US Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (855) 633-4538

Employment/Staffing

Workforce Solutions North Texas Center 109 Tejas Suite 300 Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 563-4651

Event Planning

Vegas Image Parties LLC 3090 Seth Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (817) 268-3427

Event Planning, Advertising, Promotional Products & Welcoming Service J-Crew Entertainment Texas 1021 Richmond ln Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 842-6468

Fences

Florists

Financial Planning

Kims Creations Flowers and Gifts 10010 Antelope Way Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 357-7687

Forney Fence Company 206 E. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-3388

Nicole Carpenter Platinum Eagle Mortgage 109 College St. Forney, Texas 75126-9621 (214) 725-8923

ZenBusiness 5511 Parkcrest Drive, Suite 103 Austin, Texas 78731

Fire Sprinkler

Rockwall Fire Protection 1250 Texas-34 S #475 Terrell, Texas 75160 (903) 456-8083

Fitness and Health HOTWORX Fitness Studio 476 S FM 548 Suite 200 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 722-2250 Lidia’s Group Fitness 9550 Helms Trail Suite 1400 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 601-5474 Nature’s Oils 11511 Walnut Ln #140 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 525-3131 Planet Beach Contempo Spa 1012 Hwy 80 Suite B Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-1505 Texas Fitness 127 E. US Highway 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-0909

Flower Basket 201 N. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-1421

Funeral Homes

New Hope Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens 500 E Hwy 80 Sunnyvale, Texas 75182 (972) 226-2111

Furniture - Retail & Wholesale Steve Silver Company 303 E. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-2601

Home Health Care

My Home Care Group Inc (DBA Ambience In-Home Care) 6850 N. Shiloh Road Suite R Garland, Texas 75044 (469) 573-4213 Right at Home 1111 W Mockingbird Ln, Suite 1330 Dallas, Texas 75247 (325) 387-8373

Hospitals/Healthcare

Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Lake Pointe 6800 Scenic Drive Rowlett, Texas 75088 (972) 520-8001 Cheyenne Medical Lodge 750 Highway 352 Mesquite, Texas 75149 (972) 788-8900

Delta Fit LLC 1024 Lufkin Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 969-9997

Forney Pediatrics 571 FM 548 Ste 120 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 519-3868

Flooring

All About Floors 6491 FM 741 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-5533

Genesis Wellness and Pain 108 E. US Hwy 80 Suite 150 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-4444

Floor Coverings International East Dallas 675 Town Square Boulevard, Building 1A, Suite 200 #471 Garland, Texas 75040 (214) 329-1700

iCare Emergency Room & Urgent Care Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 407-8668 Long Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care 301 TC Lupton Blvd Sunnyvale, Texas 75182 (469) 563-7899

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Nav Central 505 E US Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (844) 628-1911 Orthopaedic Specialists of Dallas-Forney 325 N 548 #100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 771-8111

Hospitals/Healthcare Rehab Facility Ridgecrest Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center 561 Ridgecrest Dr. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2420

Hospitals/Healthcare Senior Living Three Forks Senior Living of Forney 335 FM 548 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-3426

Individuals

Finishing Touch Window Coverings 10636 Meadowbrook Blvd.

Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 560-5747 Guild Mortgage 1321 Lawnview Dr Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 734-5319

Insurance Agents Atlas Insurance Agency 411 N McGraw St. Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 728-7243

Brandon Schut, Agent, New York Life Insurance Company 2600 Network Blvd Suite 130 Frisco, Texas 75034 (509) 910-0023 Browning Insurance Agency 1102 Ranch Road Suite 212 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-9100 Cindy Boshart, IHC Specialty Benefits Advisors 9102 Lakeridge Lane Kaufman , Texas 75142 (972) 567-1229 Drake Medicare Solutions 112A W Broad St Forney, Texas 75126-9108 (214) 802-5242

Chamber Category Directory Elia Saucedo - Farmers Insurance 104 E US Hwy 80 Suite 175 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 908-1217 Hibbs Hallmark 771 E US Highway 80 Suite 216 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-0934 Hill Insurance Agency LP 208 S Bois D’ Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (903) 873-3131 Joe Dan McBeth – State Farm Insurance 107 E. Main St Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-2414 Kelli Johnson State Farm 303 East Highway 80 Suite B Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 703-8025 Marybel Castilleja State Farm 205 US-80 E Suite 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 566-7500 Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial - Winston Booth 106 E. Main St. Suite 102 Royse City, Texas 75189 (214) 418-5673 Rollo Insurance 110 Industrial Blvd suite 2 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-8485

Investment Services Five Rings Financial P.O. Box 6 Elmo, Texas 75118 (972) 839-5910

Fay Headley - Edward Jones Investments 425 Pinson Rd Ste A Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-2629 Greg Pharris- Edward Jones Investments 108 S. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 563-6364 Starla Howell - Edward Jones Investments 2850 Shoreline Trail Ste 301 Rockwall, Texas 75032 (972) 772-0407 Tom Hipsher - Farmers Insurance Agency 106 S Bois d’Arc ste 102 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-0681

Xenith Financial Advisory Services LLC 4105 Paticias Ridge Fort Worth, Texas 76126 (972) 824-2146

Kaufman County East Young Marines 2011 Stonewood Court Heartland, Texas 75126 (469) 207-8360

Forney Historic Preservation League 200 S. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2400

Manufacturers

REACH Child Placing Agency 113 State Hwy 205 Terrell, Texas 75160 (915) 603-0267

Kaufman County Children’s Advocacy Center 3001 S. Washington St. Kaufman, Texas 75142 (972) 932-6252

Abox Packaging Company 12950 FM 1641 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 932-9823 Smurfit Kappa 855 E. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 515-6400

Motels & Lodging

Best Western Plus Christopher Inn & Suites 752 Pinson Road Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-1412

News & Newspapers Forney Messenger 201 W. Broad St Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-3121

Sharing Life Community Outreach 3795 W. Emporium Circle Mesquite, Texas 75150 (972) 285-5819 Sharing the Love Foundation P.O. Box 640 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 964-8820 St. Martin of Tours Catholic Parish 9470 County Road 213 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-9114 The Apostolic Church Forney 1011 FM 741 S Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 738-2946

The Terrell Tribune 201 N Rockwall Ave. Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 563-6476

The Door- Life & Pregnancy Resource Center 13340 FM 740 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 632-1032

Non-Profit Organizations

Community Life Church 204 FM 1641 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-5433

Bee Happy 106 N Washington St Combine, Texas 75159 (972) 467-5672

Forney Legacy Project 1393 West Secretariat Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 689-6596

Forney Education Foundation 600 S. Bois d’Arc St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 533-0756

Ophthalmologists & Optometrist Texas State Optical (TSO) 823 FM 548, Suite #100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 750-0293

Forney Lions Club 106 Birchwood Ct Forney, Texas 75126 (430) 272-9064 Forney Memorial VFW Post 9180 13300 FM-1641 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2932 Forney Red Raiders PO Box 3146 Forney, Texas 75126 (713) 203-8379 FP Assistance, Inc 9550 Helms Trail Suite 1100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-3720

Organizations

First Presbyterian Church Forney 12433 FM 1641 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-3978 Forney Area Networking Group (FANG) 111 E US Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 839-5910 Forney Arts Council PO Box 771 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 388-6181

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Kaufman County Republican Women PO Box 1104 Kaufman, Texas 75142 (972) 567-9075 Kumon Math & Reading Center of Forney 1012 E. Hwy 80 Suite B Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 595-7040 Water of Life – Lutheran Church 12340 FM 1641 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 206-7029

Organizations, Non-Profit Organizations Lone Star CASA 2100 S. Washington St. Kaufman, Texas 75142 (972) 772-5858

Party & Event Rentals 365 Inflatables, LLC 14220 Paterson Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 205-8291

Photographer

Adobe 345 Park Avenue San Jose, CA 95110-2704

Physicians

BSW Primary Care Forney 763 E. Hwy 80 Suite 240 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 800-3870 Health and Wellness of Texas 724 E US 80 Ste 200 Suite 44 Forney, Texas 75126 (682) 704-7842 Wesley Wilson, D.O.& Family Medical 763 E. Hwy 80 Ste 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-0711

Chamber Category Directory Plumbers

Bestway Plumbing 1023 Johnson City Avenue Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 357-7627 KB Plumbing LLC 16128 FM 548 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 973-0457 Kretz Plumbing Services, LLC. 10552 CR 213 Ste C Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 663-7809

Printers

JC Graphics PO Box 255 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 549-8762 Minuteman Press East Dallas 12640 E Northwest Hwy Dallas, Texas 75228 (214) 660-7003

Publisher & Graphic Design MTS Publications PO Box 2 Forney, Texas 75126 (877) 552-1090

Real Estate - Appraiser The Appraisal Connection, Inc PO Box 1068 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2668

Real Estate Agents

BHHS A Action Realtors 3220 Gus Thomasson Rd Ste 111 Mesquite, Texas 75150 (972) 362-1559 Ebby Halliday 101 E US Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 639-8085 Jaran Ramsey, Realtor 425 Pinson Rd Ste M PMB 1062 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 418-9623 Jeffrey Sajan Realtor 12973 FM 740 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 363-6731 JHooker Realty Group 1413 Lawnview Drive Forney, Texas 75126 (856) 361-5909 Joey Stanbery | The Bald Realtor 1020 Longhill Way Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 922-8965

Kile Properties 110 W. Broad St. Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 952-9205

Legacy AG Credit, ACA 210 West Mulberry St Kaufman, Texas 75142 (972) 932-3610

Dillas Quesadillas 303 Marketplace Blvd Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 731-7344

M&D Real Estate 105 E. Main St. Forney, Texas 75126 (843) 592-6308

Rental/Sales

Doe Belly’s Catfish Café 300 W Broad St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2119

Brooklyn Village 409 Meadow Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 453-8811

Manage Nirvana 223 Aspenwood Trail Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 955-2735 Mandy Cole Realtor 571 Farm to Market 548 #133 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 260-1550 McDonald Realty Team 204 W. Broad Street Suite B Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 618-9473 Realty Firm Global / Alicia Green Homes 1651 N. Collins Blvd. #260 Richardson, Texas 75080 (214) 499-6620 Sandra Carrasco, Realtor Coldwell Banker Apex 571 S FM 548 #132 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 951-2575 Terry Elliott Realtor, Ebby Halliday Realtors 101 E. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 849-3177

Falcon Express Stop 1795 Windmill Farms Blvd Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 355-3015

Rental/Sales Construction, Home Builders, Contractors/ Developers Party & Event Rentals U-Rent It 2280 W. Moore Ave. Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 524-7368

Restaurants

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DBA Dickey’s BBQ Pit Rockwall 2951 Ridge Road Suite 119 Rockwall, Texas 75032 (720) 839-2312 Alfredo’s Steak House 111. E. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-9925

Terry Roberts/ReMax Landmark 113 N. Frances St. Terrell, Texas 75160 (972) 524-2525

Chick fil A 900 East US Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-3665

The Bigley Group/Premier Legacy Real Estate LLC 100 W Broad Street, Suite D Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 979-8193

Chicken Express 770 Pinson Rd Forney, Texas 75126 (817) 658-8779

Wiggins Team 302 Creekwood Trail Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 763-6855

Real Estate Finance CrossCountry Mortgage 25 Noble Court Suite 101 Heath, Texas 75032 (214) 213-8815

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp.

375 Cedar Sage Dr. Suite 250 Garland, Texas 75040 (972) 278-3400

Cowboy Chicken Forney 780 E US HWY 80 Ste 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2646 Cristina’s Fine Mexican Restaurant 724 W. US Hwy 80 Suite 150 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2782 Crumbl Cookies - Forney 823 FM 548, Suite 120 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 505-3637 Dairy Queen 105 W. Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2215

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Eno’s Pizza Tavern 215 S. Bois d’ Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 720-0400 Forney Nutrition & Energy 1102 Ranch Rd Ste 214 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 826-5928 French Quarter Bistro 51 N FM 548 Suite 209 Forney, Texas 75126 (832) 746-1579 Golden Chick 865 N FM 548 Suite 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 730-0888 Los Hermanos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 426 FM 548 Suite 116 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-5755 Mama’s Daughters’ Diner 111 E. Main St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-3463 McAlister’s Deli 534 American Way Terrell, Texas 75160 (214) 373-3400 Ninas Brunch 471 Marketplace Blvd suite 210 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 602-5050 Nobilitea 301 Marketplace Blvd Suite 315 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 502-6007 Nothing Bundt Cakes 476 S FM 548 Suite 170 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 290-0082 Palios Pizza Cafe 51 N FM-548 Unit 211 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 907-4992 Queen Donuts 476 S FM 548 Suite 150 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 728-7021 Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers 100 N FM 548 and US 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-5512

Chamber Category Directory Rio Lerma Mexican Restaurant 124 E. Hwy 80 Suite 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2023 Sonic Drive-In 503 N. FM 548 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-3390

Restaurants Retail Shopping What’s Poppin 823 N. 548 suite 110 Forney, Texas 75126 (940) 453-7387

Lowes of Forney 902 E US Highway 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 388-2200 Moon Valley Nurseries 707 West Broad Street Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 840-9775

Soulman’s Bar B Que 590 Pinson Rd. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 357-7060

Peak Sport Nutrition 108 E US Hwy 80 Ste 130 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 558-7073

Southern Social Eatery 680 Innovation Blvd Suite 1113 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 287-2922

Pine + Ivy 11869 North Profit Row #117 Forney, Texas 75126

Starbucks 351 FM 548, STE 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 205-0488 Stash’s Table & Fable 212 S. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 805-7240 Sunshine’s Wings and Catfish 100 N. McGraw Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 322-0911 The Hole Thing Donuts 571 S FM 548 Ste 128 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-5000 Whataburger 962 Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-1232 White Rhino Coffee 680 Innovation Blvd Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 676-6496 Wing Snob 51 N FM 548, Suite 205 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 694-9464

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Pittypat’s Boutique & Gifts 104 East Main Street Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 893-0184 Scotties Forney 431 Pinson Rd Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-9373

7-Eleven 42209 6604 FM 741 Forney, Texas 75126 (480) 363-0482

Taylors Fashion 13990 FM 548, Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 720-4211

Brookshire’s #89 427 Pinson Rd Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-0244

The Rancher’s Wife Boutique 680 Innovation Blvd Suite #1105 Forney, Texas 75126 (903) 259-9562

Clever Kids - Children’s Education and Bookstore 1102 Ranch Rd Ste 218 Forney, Texas 75126 (903) 390-2217

The Shop 112 South Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 585-4238

East Texas Ventures LLC (dba Bubble & Squeak Craft Beer and Wine) 425 Pinson Rd Suite B Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 202-6562 Lolly & Pop’s Medical Supply and Rental 4089 interstate 30 W Caddo Mills, Texas 75135 (903) 454-2096

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All Exterior Construction LLC 11431 S. Emerald Ranch Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 442-8566 Bret Foster Roofing, Inc. 9310 Blarney Stone Way Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-4480 E&D Premier Roofing and Solar 15330 LBJ Frwy St 107 Mesquite, Texas 75150 (469) 834-4148 Tiger Roofing 307 North Washington Kaufman, Texas 75142 (972) 268-3125 Tucker Roofing Systems, LLC. 5425 Lakeview Pkwy Rowlett, Texas 75088 (972) 771-6488

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V Squared Roofing and Restoration 202 Beacon Hill Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 556-1897

School District

Forney Independent School District 600 S. Bois d’Arc Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 762-4100

Security Services Servant Anchor Security 12299 St. Patricks Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 326-8835

Vivint Security East Dallas 1021 Richmond Ln Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 842-6468

Sports and Recreation Cedar Creek Country Club 18392 Country Club Dr. Kemp, Texas 75143 (903) 498-8419 PowerStride Athletix 12340 FM 2932 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 529-8566 Rusted Rail Golf Club 1602 Hwy 175 Crandall, Texas 75114 (972) 472-5148 Splash Kingdom Waterpark 18814 I-20 N Access Rd. Canton, Texas 75103 (903) 567-0044 Swing Factory 9975 High Country Ln. Building #13-15 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 554-8881 Van Zandt Country Club 17960 Interstate 20 Canton, Texas 75103 (903) 567-4884

Storage-Household/ Commercial A-Affordable Storage 13511 Reeder Road Forney, Texas 75126 (817) 874-0183 Bin 741 Storage 7761 FM 741 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 602-5090

Chamber Category Directory BTA Self Storage 16303 FM 548 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 546-6200 One Room At a Time 1114 Wedgewood Dr Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 290-4054 Storage Plus Of Forney 12554 FM 1641 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-2786

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Transportation STAR Transit 500 Industrial Blvd.

Terrell, Texas 75160 (877) 631-5278

Urgent Care Center Care United Medical Center 375 North FM 548 Suite 100 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-0044 CareNow 610 E US Hwy 80 Forney, Texas 75126 (210) 551-6741

Pool Xperts 13475 Reeder Rd Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 215-7946

CommunityMed Family Urgent Care 529 Laurence Dr Heath, Texas 75032 (469) 935-8040

Title Companies

Rapid Recovery LLC 190 S. Collins Road Suite 100 Sunnyvale, Texas 75182 (855) 435-8437

Kaufman County Title & Abstract Co. 2309 S. Washington Street Kaufman, Texas 75142 (972) 932-2417 Lawyers Title 105 E Main St Suite 200 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 671-2022 Money Law & Title 211 E. Moore Ave. Suite F Terrell, Texas 75160 (469) 361-1800

Tripple Kare Clinic 476 S FM 548 , Suite 120 Forney, Texas 75126 (469) 963-1600

Utility Companies

Atmos Energy Corporation 1310 State Hwy 66 Garland, Texas 75040 (800) 460-3030 City of Forney 101 E. Main St. Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-2291

City of Talty 9550 Helms Trail #500 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 552-9592 CoServ 7701 S. Stemmons Corinth, Texas 76210 (940) 321-7800 Farmers Electric Cooperative 2000 E. Hwy 30 Greenville, Texas 75042 (903) 455-1715 North Texas Municipal Water District 501 E. Brown Street Wylie, Texas 75098 (469) 626-4388 Oncor Electric Delivery 1545 Highpoint Drive Mesquite, Texas 75149 (888) 313-4747 Peoples 2884 Blackland Rd. Quitman, Texas 75783 (469) 762-3000 Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative 1800 E. Hwy 243 Kaufman, Texas 75142 (972) 934-2214 TexasU Energy - Luminant 6555 Sierra Drive Irving, Texas 75039 (972) 868-8333

Veterinarians

Treasured Pets Veterinary Hospital 476 FM 548 Ste 110 Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 843-1383

Warehouse Leasing

Sealy LP Mustang Creek, LLC 12 Mustang Court Forney, Texas 75126 (972) 564-1800

Waste Management

Community Waste Disposal, LP 2010 California Crossing Dallas, Texas 75220 (972) 392-9300 JM Junk Removers, LLC 2027 Rosebury Lane Forney, Texas 75126 (214) 888-5865

Windows and Doors

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FORNEY NON-PROFITS HAVE PASSION TO GIVE BACK

BY BODEY COOPER

When people think of Forney, they think of a city that is blossoming at a rapid pace. New business springing up each day with more new residents and business owners with each passing year. The “City Without Limits” isn’t just the motto of the city, it also extends to the efforts that many non-profits in Forney have when it comes to their giving nature.

There are 16 501(c)(3)s throughout the City of Forney and the number continues to expand. These nonprofit organizations lend a helping hand and serve many different communities with their generous hearts.

The Forney Arts Council was created in 2010 based on the inspiration of a few passionate people in Forney.

It has grown and is strengthened through the efforts of its citizens and volunteers. With the support of those who give back, their endeavors include singer/songwriter house concerts, art gallery shows, art and music classes for children and adults as well as festivals.

Their primary goal is to promote local artists by giving them a venue to connect with the public through excellence in both education and performance.

The Forney Historic Preservation League operates the Spellman Museum of Forney History in downtown Forney. The museum’s mission is to collect, preserve, document and present the story of Forney and the surrounding area with the goal of educating the widest possible audience.

The Children’s Advocacy Center for Kaufman County has a big responsibility as it helps with coordinating the investigation, prosecution and treatment of child abuse cases across Kaufman County. The Advocacy Center is modeled on the simple but powerful concept of coordination between professionals involved in the system. The CAC preserves the dignity of child victims, maintains their trust and ensures their best interests remain the heart of every criminal investigation. All of their services are provided in a nurturing, www.ForneyChamber.com | 52

friendly and safe environment at no cost to a child’s family.

Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) has worked for the last 30 years in both Kaufman and Rockwall counties to provide assistance and elevate the voices of children who have experienced abuse and neglect by providing trained volunteer advocates to work alongside children and families so they can achieve safety and stability to fulfill their potential. They support volunteers who gather important information about abused and neglected children and offer recommendations to judges that help them decide what is in the best interests of each child.

REACH Child Placing Agency was founded by Terrell resident Tammy L. Pargoud in 2018. She partnered with local churches in multiple counties, including Kaufman County, to care for children who have been abused and neglected and families in crisis. Pargoud began recruiting and facilitating PRIDE training classes for foster and

adoptive families. She serves as the bridge and liaison between each county’s local Department of Family and Protective Servies and the Christian families she serves.

The Door Life and Pregnancy Resource Center is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Their vision is for Forney to be a community where life is celebrated, and families thrive. The Door provides supportive services to pregnant women and those directly impacted by their pregnancies. They offer many free services on-site, including pregnancy testing, options counseling, assistance with Medicaid applications, pre-natal and childcare

education, Learn and Earn (nursery equipment/baby supplies), life skills training, fatherhood program and lay counseling for life’s challenges. They also provide referrals for community resources, medical services (prenatal and well woman care), ultrasound, STD/STI testing, maternity/provisional housing, adoption programs and professional counseling.

The Forney Education Foundation provides opportunities for excellence in education, promoting innovation in teaching and partnering with the community to enhance the quality of education for all students. Their vision is lighting the way for teaching and www.ForneyChamber.com | 53

learning at Forney ISD. It was created in 2003 and formalized in 2004, awarding over $2 million in scholarships from 2004-2017 to all qualifying Forney ISD high school seniors who met the criteria. Beginning in the fall of 2008, the Foundation launched the Innovative Grant Program for Forney ISD teachers, administrators and staff to recognize and support innovative instructional programs and initiatives which will positively impact the students of Forney ISD, to date the foundation has given over $1,050,000 to classroom teachers.

In 2017, the Foundation partnered with Forney ISD and created the Dual Credit Advantage Plus+ Program. Since

inception, the Forney Education Foundation has awarded over $100,000 to dual-credit, CTE and AP students.

In 2022, the foundation began supporting new initiatives including the first annual Forney ISD Film Festival and summer STEAM Camps. In 2023, the foundation began supporting Project Backpack providing backpacks and school supplies for over 1,500 students at Forney ISD. The Forney Red Raiders program provides the opportunity for children to participate in a sport that requires skill, strength and strategic thinking and the desire to play as part of a team.

The program believes that football can enhance your life, improving fitness, strength and coordination. Whether your child is looking to play flag football or tackle football, the Red Raider organization is a great place to learn new skills and meet new friends.

The Forney Legacy Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the community and its schools. Each year, the organization hosts the Holly

Jolly Market in the month of December to encourage citizens to shop locally and help mom and pop businesses in Forney.

Sharing Life Community Outreach’s mission is to end hunger and poverty by demonstrating compassion to those in need through food, clothing, financial

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resources and educational programs.

In 2016, they became a HUB for the North Texas Food Bank which allows them to offer food quicker and at a more affordable cost to smaller pantries. They also provide emergency financial assistance including utilities, rent and mortgage payments, as well as non-food essentials like clothing, toiletries, cleaning supplies, diapers, formula, medical equipment, linens and kitchenware. They also have a financial empowerment center, their W.A.R.M. Program as well as their seasonal programs.

Forney Memorial VFW Post 9180 is a gathering place and an organization for Veterans of Foreign Wars to come together and share memories. Annually, the VFW and its auxiliaries, like Post 9180, contribute more than 8.6 million hours of volunteerism in the community. VFWs, as a whole, also provide over $3 million in college scholarships and savings bonds to students every year.

Forney Lions Club got its start in 1978, best known for fighting blindness. Along with their continued work in that area, the club also volunteers for many kinds of community projects, including scholarships for Forney students, food assistance and helping seniors and the disabled. They help contribute eye exams at area schools, distribute eyeglasses to those less fortunate and help raise awareness of eye disease. They work to empower volunteers to serve their community, encourage youth and promote health.

The Young Marines program offers its participants a variety of experiences,

from encountering the outdoors in a variety of challenging ways, to meeting notable veterans and political figures, to participating in solemn ceremonies on days of remembrance, such as Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and in recent years, commemoration ceremonies honoring veterans of Pearl Harbor.

Along the way, Young Marines learn the values of discipline and teamwork, the fundamentals of land navigation, rank structure, and much more, such as self-respect and respect for others.

Sharing the Love Foundation was founded in 2012 on the idea of encouraging youth to make an impact in the lives of others. Their team is led by youth volunteers that are dedicated to the success of the ministry. They provide many outreach events, such as Legacy Children’s Garden, Youth Summer Camp, Sharing the Blessing, Senior Angel Tree, Easter in the Garden, Terrell Jubilee Love of Cars and the Love of Veterans Auto Show.

FP Assistance or Food Program Assistance was founded in 1995. They are a sponsor of the USDA National food program, and they assist low income and nonprofit childcare centers relying on government assistance to feed children meals that are healthy.

They also provide training as well as financial and administrative assistance to childcare centers in low-income areas across Texas.

Bee Happy began in 2019 behind the dream of Shelley Brookins. Brookins met an intellectually disabled married couple who were homebound who wanted to take part in social activities and be involved in their community but were unable to afford to attend a

state-supported day habilitation program and they began to struggle with anxiety and depression. Her mission with Bee Happy is to assist families who have amazing people with developmental disabilities with support at all stages of life. They want to provide hope and be the arms of Jesus and assist them all to reach their personal potential through many different avenues.

As you can see, the numerous numbers of thankless nonprofit organizations throughout the City of Forney contribute in every avenue possible when it comes to helping those in their community that are less fortunate, in great need, and the great number of volunteers that step up to lend a hand in Forney are one of the many reasons so many are attracted to the “City Without Limits.”

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Apartments/Housing The Preserve at Gateway Runner Up - Brooklyn Village

Construction/Surveying Circle B Construction Runner Up - Tracon Construction

Entertainment J-Crew Entertainment Runner Up - Splash Kingdom Waterpark

Assisted Living/Providers Three Forks Senior Living of Forney Runner Up - Ridgecrest Healthcare & Rehabilitation

Country Clubs & Event Centers Rusted Rail Golf Club Runner Up - Cedar Creek Country Club

Fast Food Chick-fil-A Runner Up - Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

Automotive Forney Kwik Kar Runner Up - Christian Brothers Automotive

Daycare/PreSchool/Education Children’s Lighthouse in Forney Runner Up - Primrose School of Forney at Gateway

Financial Murrey, Paschall & Caperton Runner Up - Starla Howell-Edward Jones Investments

Bank/Credit Unions American National Bank of Texas Runner Up - City Bank - Forney

Dentistry Forney Family Dentistry Runner Up - Just for Kids Dentistry

Fitness/Gyms TX Fitness Runner Up - HOTWORX Fitness Studio

Beauty & Spas Hair Shaft II Runner Up - Planet Beach Contempo Spa

Dermatologists Dermatology & Skin Cancer Surgery Center Runner Up - U.S. Dermatology Partners

Funeral Home New Hope Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens Runner Up - Max Slayton Funeral Home

Business Services Housewarmers of Forney Runner Up - Workforce Solutions North Texas Center

Desserts & Snacks What’s Poppin Runner Up - Nothing Bundt Cakes

Car Dealership Platinum Ford Runner Up - Platinum Chevrolet Cadillac Church Community Life Church - Forney Runner Up - First Presbyterian Church Forney Cleaning & Organizational Services Forney Cleaners Runner Up - JM Junk Removers, LLC

Drink Spot Starbucks Runner Up - Forney Nutrition & Energy Electrical Intex Electrical Contractors Runner Up - Power Solutions Electrical Services Electronics Birdman Kustom Electronics Runner Up - Excellence IT www.ForneyChamber.com | 56

Grocery & Gas Stations Brookshires #89 Runner Up - Scotties Forney Home Builders First Texas Homes Runner Up - Chesmar Homes Home Improvement Liberty Gutters, LLC Runner Up - Lowe’s Home Improvement Hotels Best Western Plus Christopher Inn & Suites Runner Up - Holiday Inn

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Runner Up - Cross Country Mortgage Non-Profit Kaufman County Children’s Advocacy Center Runner Up - Forney Education Foundation

Optometrists Texas State Optical (TSO) Runner Up - Forney Eye Associates

Roofing Tiger Roofing Runner Up - Bret Foster Roofing, Inc

Pediatricians Forney Pediatrics Runner Up - Pediatric Kare Klinic PLLC

Security Vivint Security East Dallas Runner Up - Forney Enterprise Systems LLC

Plant Nurseries Moon Valley Nurseries Runner Up - Calloway Nursery

Storage Bin 741 Storage Runner Up - A-Affordable Storage

Plumbing KB Plumbing LLC Runner Up - Kretz Plumbing Services, LLC

Title Company Ranger Title Runner Up - Stewart Title Forney

Printing JC Graphics Runner Up - Maniak Prints

Urgent Care & Medical Centers Baylor Scott & White Primary Care Forney Runner Up - Care United Medical Center

Realtors/Property Management Kile Properties Runner Up - M&D Real Estate

Utilities Trinity Valley Electric Cooperative Runner Up - Atmos Energy Corporation

Rentables U-Rent It Runner Up - Forney House of Bounce LLC

Veterinarians Treasured Pets Veterinary Hospital Runner Up - Stone Creek

Restaurants Doe Belly’s Catfish Café Runner Up - Mama’s Daughters’ Diner Retail & Gifting Pine + Ivy Runner Up - Flower Basket

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OUR OFFICE LOCATIONS Forney - 972-564-2274 Rockwall - 972-771-4710 Terrell - 972-524-3771 Kaufman -972-962-2482

Important Numbers FORNEY POLICE DEPT................................................................................................................................................ 972-552-6625 FORNEY FIRE DEPT..................................................................................................................................................... 972-552-6635 WATER EMERGENCY contact non emergency Police line and they dispatch On-call...................................... 972-564-7600 ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY TVEC............................................................................................................................. 972-932-2214 ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY TXU - SMALL/MED BUSINESS.................................................................................. 888-399-5501 ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY TXU - LARGE BUSINESS...........................................................................................800-725-7920 ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY TXU - RESIDENTIAL.................................................................................................... 800-233-2133 FORNEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE....................................................................................................................... 972-564-2233 FORNEY CITY HALL..................................................................................................................................................... 972-552-6620 FORNEY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION......................................................................................... 972-552-6465 FORNEY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT.......................................................................................................... 469-762-4100 MUNICIPAL COURTHOUSE......................................................................................................................................... 972-564-7311 SUB COURTHOUSE..................................................................................................................................................... 469-376-4600 TAX OFFICE................................................................................................................................................................... 972-932-0288 APPRAISAL DISTRICT................................................................................................................................................. 972-932-6081 SENIOR CENTER.......................................................................................................................................................... 972-564-1454 ANIMAL SHELTER........................................................................................................................................................ 972-564-7397 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Events OCTOBER 3

National Night Out MAY 25

OCTOBER 26

Memorial Day 5K & Car Show

Halloween Event

MAY 31

NOVEMBER 12

Hawaiian Luau Family Night

Veterans Day Car Show

JUNE 1

DECEMBER 5

Mustang Creek Festival

Bell Park Tree Lighting

JUNE 22

DECEMBER 7

Juneteenth Celebration

Christmas on Main

JUNE 29

DECEMBER 31

Independence Day Celebration

New Year’s Eve Ball Drop

SEPTEMBER 28

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2024

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STACKING CHIPS, SINKING PUTTS HELPS KEEP CHAMBER ABOVE PAR

BY BODEY COOPER

The Forney Chamber of Commerce hosts two big events each year that help raise money for the chamber: The Annual Civic Auction and Casino Night as well as the Chamber Golf Tournament.

The Civic Auction and Casino Night took place at Rusted Rail Country Club in Crandall with the golf tournament teeing off from Buffalo Creek Golf Club in Rockwall.

Casino night provides Chamber members and guests with a fun night of cards, community and a great atmosphere. Guests can rake in the chips, roll the dice, and enjoy cocktails as well as good conversation as they raise money for the Chamber to put on future events as it remains their biggest fundraiser.

The golf tournament saw the perfect fall weather last year as golfers

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enjoyed a cool, crisp Autumn day of great drives, putts and friendly competition. Those wishing to donate can sponsor a hole in one, a cart, towels, photo booths and so much more.

Both events provide a full day and night experience and are the biggest events of the year that you definitely don’t want to miss out on.

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Thank you, Forney, for

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