Court hearing scheduled for NISD gun range restraining order
A legal proceeding is set to address a temporary restraining order related to a North ISD gun range.
Zane BoydSeptember 3, 20261 min read
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Aspen Healthcare earns dual Best of Denton County awards for 2026
Aspen Healthcare has been selected as the top provider in both home health and hospice categories for the sixth consecutive year.
Zane BoydSeptember 3, 20262 min read
Denton population grows past 166,000 as universities and healthcare expand
Denton has expanded from a college town of 80,000 to a community of over 166,000, driven by major universities and healthcare growth.
Zane BoydSeptember 3, 20262 min read
Tuition-free Bezos Academy preschool opens at Texas Woman's University
A new $6 million, tuition-free preschool has opened on the Texas Woman's University campus in Denton, offering full-day care to 120 children.
Zane BoydSeptember 3, 20262 min read
Denton students urged to register before Oct. 5 midterm deadline
With the Texas voter registration deadline approaching on Oct. 5, local guidance highlights options for college students deciding where to cast their ballots in the upcoming midterms.
Zane BoydSeptember 3, 20261 min read
Denton Flea Market Combines Shopping with Lucha Libre
The Denton Flea Market, also known as La Pulga de Denton, hosts up to 250 vendors and bi-weekly lucha libre events on Sundays.
Jubal NashSeptember 3, 20261 min read
Grass fires burn near Justin and Grand Prairie highways
Two separate grass fires were reported along highways in Denton and Dallas counties on Wednesday afternoon.
Zane BoydSeptember 3, 20261 min read
Denton
Denton County's I-35W Picked Up Extra Money in TxDOT's Plan. I-35E Through Denton Did Not.
A ten-year transportation program approved by the Texas Transportation Commission on Aug. 27 projects $16.5 billion combined for TxDOT's two North Texas districts, Dallas and Fort Worth, out of a statewide plan of roughly $138 billion.
Zane BoydSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Denton ISD refinances bonds to cut interest costs and shorten debt term
Denton Independent School District officials announced that refinancing $15.85 million in bond debt will save taxpayers over $6.75 million and reduce the repayment period by eight years.
Zane BoydSeptember 2, 20261 min read
North Texas organizations offer support for suicide survivors
Local nonprofits in Denton County and Dallas provide support groups for individuals affected by suicide, a topic highlighted during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
Zane BoydSeptember 2, 20262 min read
H-E-B store in Denton expected to open in late 2026
H-E-B has confirmed that its new location in Denton is on track to open in late 2026, earlier than previous estimates.
Jubal NashSeptember 2, 20261 min read
Denton Police Log: Arrests, Incidents from Aug 24-30
The Denton Police Department processed 70 arrests and responded to over 2,800 calls between August 24 and 30, including a fleeing driver and a trespassing incident.
Zane BoydSeptember 2, 20262 min read
Denton-area volleyball players highlighted in weekly roundup
Several Denton County high school volleyball athletes were recognized for their statistical performances and tournament achievements during the recent week of play.
Zane BoydSeptember 1, 20262 min read
Denton man arrested for DUI with children in vehicle
A 37-year-old man was booked on charges including driving while intoxicated with a child passenger after a traffic stop on North Carroll Boulevard.
Zane BoydSeptember 1, 20261 min read
Survey: North Texas officials lack infrastructure for data center boom
A recent survey indicates that most local governments in North Texas lack the necessary infrastructure to support the rapid expansion of data centers.
Zane BoydSeptember 1, 20262 min read
Jeffrey Raines, 59, of Denton, Dies
Jeffrey Thomas Raines, a senior director at Charter/Spectrum and Denton resident, died Aug. 25; a memorial service is set for Sept. 26 in St. Peters.
Cody UnderwoodAugust 31, 20261 min read
Chicken Salad Chick to open at Denton's Rayzor Ranch
The restaurant chain is set to replace Salata at 3420 North Interstate 35, with renovations scheduled to begin in mid-September.
Zane BoydAugust 31, 20261 min read
UNT soccer drops 1-0 decision to Air Force at home
North Texas falls to Air Force in a 1-0 loss, snapping a three-game unbeaten streak as key forward Claire Niedermeier fails to score.
Zane BoydAugust 31, 20262 min read
18-wheeler crash closes I-35E flyover ramp in Denton
A semi-truck collision blocked the northbound I-35E to I-35W flyover ramp in Denton on Monday morning, causing temporary closures and expected delays.
Zane BoydAugust 31, 20261 min read
Denton University Faces Backlash Over Flock Camera Deployment and Privacy Issues
The installation of Flock cameras on campus has raised significant privacy concerns.
Zane BoydAugust 31, 20262 min read
Texas Governor Halts Funding for Flock Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns
Governor Abbott's directive ends state funding for automated license plate readers in Texas.
Zane BoydAugust 31, 20261 min read