Mahjong studios expand across Argyle and Highland Village
New venues in southern Denton County are opening dedicated spaces for the tile game, offering lessons, open play, and retail accessories.
Zane BoydSeptember 6, 20262 min read
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Guyer defense limits Melissa to 88 yards in 27-9 win
Denton Guyer defeated Melissa 27-9, capping a performance that marked the program's 200th career victory.
Zane BoydSeptember 5, 20262 min read
Cross Timbers Gazette publishes September 2026 edition
The Cross Timbers Gazette has released its September 2026 issue, featuring local news from Denton and Flower Mound.
Zane BoydSeptember 4, 20261 min read
Mansfield Timberview and Denton Ryan face off in FOX 4+ broadcast
The Mansfield Timberview Wolves and Denton Ryan Raiders will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday in a high school football game airing on FOX 4+ and the FOX LOCAL app.
Zane BoydSeptember 4, 20262 min read
191 turtles and tortoises seized from FedEx shipment in Denton
Denton Animal Services took custody of 191 turtles and tortoises found in an unusual package at a local FedEx Office, leading to a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service investigation.
Zane BoydSeptember 4, 20261 min read
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
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
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
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
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
UNT Football Begins Neal Brown Era Against Indiana
North Texas faces defending national champion Indiana in its first game under new head coach Neal Brown, who inherits a roster with significant turnover.
Zane BoydAugust 31, 20262 min read
Shiloh Garden Launches Free Canning and Cooking Classes
Friends of Shiloh Garden is offering free instruction on preserving local produce at First United Methodist Church starting in September.
Zane BoydAugust 31, 20262 min read
Ross Fire reaches 85,000 acres, becomes second-largest in North Texas history
The Ross Fire has expanded to 85,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties, becoming the second-largest wildfire in the region's recorded history.
Zane BoydAugust 29, 20262 min read
Denton County enforces county-wide burn ban due to fire danger
The Denton County Commissioners Court approved a county-wide ban on outdoor burning effective August 25, 2026, citing extreme fire danger conditions.
Zane BoydAugust 29, 20262 min read
Denton businesses unveil Halloween displays after receiving foundation grants
Twenty downtown businesses in Denton have received financial support to create elaborate Halloween decorations, including a masquerade theme on Mulberry Street and a carnival-style storefront.
Jubal NashAugust 29, 20262 min read
Denton rescuer faces scrutiny after viral beaver save
A Denton man’s unauthorized rescue of a distressed beaver has drawn millions of views but also criticism from wildlife experts regarding legal permits.
Zane BoydAugust 29, 20262 min read
Denton County records third West Nile virus case
Denton County has confirmed a third case of West Nile virus.
Zane BoydAugust 28, 20261 min read
Denton Weekend Guide: Art, Theater and Music Events
A variety of cultural events including a sculpture exhibit opening, Greek tragedy performances, and photography workshops are scheduled across Denton this weekend.
Zane BoydAugust 27, 20262 min read
GDS Wealth Management Wins Fifth Straight Denton County Award
Flower Mound-based GDS Wealth Management has been named the Best Financial Advising Firm in Denton County for a fifth consecutive year through community voting.
Zane BoydAugust 27, 20262 min read