Three candidates seek Texas House District 57 seat in Denton County
Republican incumbent Richard Hayes, Democrat Ray Stith and Libertarian Darren Hamilton are on the Nov. 3 ballot for Texas House District 57; early voting starts Monday, Oct. 19.
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Republican incumbent Richard Hayes, Democrat Ray Stith and Libertarian Darren Hamilton are on the Nov. 3 ballot for Texas House District 57; early voting starts Monday, Oct. 19.
Denton & North Texas Railroad LLC wants a single lot recorded on land bordered by BNSF tracks in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, where Denton has no zoning say.
Officers investigated reports of gunshots at a North Ruddell Street complex early Sunday, finding property damage but no injuries.
Denton County Public Health officials reported a sixth confirmed human case of West Nile Virus in the county, noting that the individual resides in the City of Denton.
No Denton establishments appeared in the Texas Michelin Guide despite a $2.7 million partnership covering five major cities.
A state software glitch sent Denton County 42,000 voter registrations; officials say about 2,500 remained as of Tuesday and should be cleared before early voting Monday.
A Wind Advisory is in effect for Denton. Current conditions are humid at 82F. Expect showers and thunderstorms tonight with strong gusts, followed by a cool, windy start tomorrow.
Public records show 16 new sales tax permits, 2 alcohol license applications and 2 business listings for Denton businesses in the week of Oct. 12. Here is the full list.
Denton is experiencing very hot conditions with a current feels-like temperature of 95F. Today's high will reach 93F with a slight chance of afternoon storms. Tomorrow brings cooler temperatures near 86F.
TWU’s Oct. 20 schedule includes a 9 a.m. outdoor-facilities opening, a 10 a.m. Quakertown memorial dedication and a 1 p.m. public documentary screening.
The four-story, 100,000-square-foot lab building on Mulberry Street will house biology, chemistry, kinesiology, psychology and biomedical engineering research, paid for with tuition revenue bonds.
The Nov. 3 general election ballot includes contested races for federal, state, county and Denton city offices.
Denton’s Great Pumpkin will stay at City Hall despite the county’s decision to allow it back on the courthouse lawn.
A Denton senior told police she sent money after a fake account alert led her to suspected fraudsters.
For about a decade, amateur radio operators have used DFW-area repeaters to connect during an early weekday broadcast known as The Morning Show.
Denton is starting Tuesday morning at 77F with an 89% relative humidity and a 73F dew point. Partly sunny skies and warmer conditions are ahead, with a slight storm chance tomorrow.
The joint session also covers a Denia Park soccer field due Nov. 30 at the old Borman Elementary site and a Bonnie Brae lane shift starting this month.
The Denton Record-Chronicle is accepting photos for its Spooky House Decoration Contest through Oct. 19.
Denton is clear and warm this afternoon at 88°F, with little to no rain expected through this evening. Tomorrow will be mostly sunny and about 3 degrees warmer.
Hangar Club told the city in July it would miss its construction deadline; a settlement going to the Airport Advisory Board on Wednesday ends its 40-year lease on 7.91 acres.
Denton starts with an 83% relative humidity and a 70-degree dew point. Mostly sunny skies are expected today and tomorrow, with highs near 91 and 94.
North Texas left the ITA Texas Regional Championships with a doubles quarterfinal appearance and a narrow miss at going further. The Mean Green concluded competition Sunday, October 11, in Waco.
North Texas climbed out of a two-set hole Sunday, then ran out of room to finish the comeback. Temple won the deciding set 15–8 to beat the Mean Green 3–2 in Philadelphia on October 11.
Utility work is expected to affect separate stretches of the two Denton roads, with closure schedules extending into November and December.
Residents can review the Safe Routes to School project’s updated scope, schedule and expected construction impacts at the Development Service Center.
Staff findings point to limited Denton Municipal Electric capacity and water demand as reasons to pause new data centers, while a separate vote that night would require 300-foot setbacks and closed-loop cooling.
The construction equipment company estimates a $246.3 million project between FM 1173 and North Masch Branch Road with 136 jobs, but city documents say Denton is still competing with other sites.
The Mean Green beat New Mexico 126–117 on Saturday after losing Friday’s dual meet at New Mexico State.
Tayven Jackson threw for 349 yards and five touchdowns as North Texas beat Charlotte 50-10 at DATCU Stadium to move to 2-0 in the American.
Denton's monthlong Halloween celebration began Oct. 8, its first since lawmakers named the city the Halloween Capital of Texas through 2035.
Denton is clear and 88 degrees this afternoon, with a high near 91. Rain chances stay at or below 2% through this evening, and tomorrow looks nearly the same.
The district scored 98 of 100 on the state's School FIRST rating for fiscal 2025, losing points only on its debt-to-property-value ratio, and trustees hold the required public hearing Tuesday.
Denton starts at 66 degrees under clear skies. Look for a mostly sunny day with a high near 91, little to no rain, and a sunny tomorrow with another high near 91.
Regular unleaded averages $3.7825 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Texas average.
Denton is clear and 73F tonight. Today's high was near 91F, about the same as yesterday, with little to no rain expected. Tomorrow stays sunny with a high near 91F.
Denton has an active Air Quality Alert this Saturday afternoon, with clear skies, temperatures at 90°F and a high near 91°F expected today and tomorrow.
4 Denton teams played this week, and the town went 3-1. Every local result from Thursday through Saturday, with rankings where they apply.
UNT outlasted South Florida in Denton on Oct. 9, overcoming 19 blocks to end a three-match losing streak.
Regular unleaded averages $3.7995 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Texas average.
Regular unleaded averages $3.8202 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, down from last week and below the Texas average.
Police arrested two men after a drone helped officers find a car tied to a Fannin Street burglary Wednesday; a third person seen in the house had not been found.
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton received Gold Plus and Gold honors from the American Heart Association for heart attack and stroke care, among 16 Texas Health facilities recognized.
Denton County reversed course Wednesday and allowed the city's Great Pumpkin back on the courthouse lawn after criticism over its removal a week into 31 Days of Halloween.
Denton, Sanger and Rainbow Valley residents are pressing state regulators over a Megatel sewage plant planned north of Denton after TCEQ referred the permit to a contested hearing.
Denton residents should note an active Air Quality Alert despite sunny skies and dry conditions. Temperatures are near 88F, with highs reaching 89F today and 91F tomorrow. No rain is expected.
Trustees and city officials meet at noon Tuesday, Oct. 13, to preview what each will ask of the Legislature in January, from limits on state education rules to help for injured first responders.
North Texas lost 2–0 Thursday despite a 14–7 shot advantage. The Mean Green volleyball team hosts South Florida at 6 p.m. Friday.
The state record lists new construction at 906 W. University Drive, with work scheduled from May through October 2027.
The university’s Oct. 8 recap reports more than 700 participants and over 475 posters at its Oct. 1 campus research event.
Denton residents face sunny, dry conditions with highs near 88 degrees. An active Air Quality Alert is in effect, prompting health precautions despite the pleasant weather.
Families can review proposed school boundaries Oct. 15 and 22. Changes would take effect with the new high school’s August 2028 opening.
Denton residents face sunny conditions with highs near 84F. An active Air Quality Alert is in effect. Check air quality indices before outdoor activities.
The official Halloween guide lists plastic-inspired rocks, a haunted television and glowing flowers at three downtown businesses.
The No. 25 Pioneers bring 10 shutouts into Wednesday’s 6 p.m. home match at Pioneer Soccer Park in Denton.
DCTA will replace the Honors Hall and Fouts stops for Saturday’s game-day detour. Signs will direct riders to the temporary locations.
The Diamond Eagles Garden at Mean Green Acres can supply about 15% to 20% of UNT Dining Services' weekly leafy-green purchases, and the program plans to add crops such as microgreens.
A barbecue spot from a former Bet the House BBQ co-owner leads a batch of recent openings in Denton, Flower Mound, Lewisville and Sanger, with a family entertainment center due at Golden Triangle Mall Oct. 30.
The Denton venue plans a Halloween puppet double feature for adults, adding a live performance to the city’s long-running Rocky Horror connections.
City sustainability staff will lead the all-ages program from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 7 at North Branch Library.
Denton is enjoying a clear afternoon at 84F. With no rain expected and similar temperatures tomorrow, it's a perfect time for outdoor activities.
The Mean Green women finished sixth Monday in Arkansas, while the men placed third for their third straight top-three finish.
Public records show 20 new sales tax permits for Denton businesses in the week of Oct. 5. Here is the full list.
January's point-in-time count found 357 people in the city, down from 607 a year earlier, while 435 households sat on the county's housing priority list in August, a city presentation shows.
The district bought the site with 2023 bond money, and developer Hillwood says it is the first of three Denton ISD campuses planned inside the 3,200-acre southwest Denton project.
The daylong genealogy program at Emily Fowler Central Library includes research help and an online option. Registration is required for either format.
The Legend of Eppy and Other Artifacts of Lore is on view at UNT CoLab in downtown Denton throughout October.
Bartonville, Double Oak and Justin have posted evening gatherings for Tuesday, with different locations and hours.
Denton is enjoying a clear, sunny afternoon with temperatures near 82F. No rain is expected tonight, and tomorrow looks similar with a high near 83F.
UNT rallied from two sets down, then lost the decider at Charlotte. The Mean Green returns to Denton on Friday.
Regular unleaded averages $3.9340 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Niche gave the University of North Texas an A+ and ranked it first in Texas and 15th nationally for campus food, while meal plan costs have risen 8.15% since 2023.
Denton residents are dealing with significant humidity this afternoon, with dew points near 70F. Expect partly sunny skies and a high near 80F today, followed by a sunny, drier day tomorrow.
The nonprofit describes jazz education and training in publishing, royalties, bookkeeping and marketing.
The fair continues through Oct. 18 at Fair Park in Dallas, with weather updates available from organizers.
Jessie, a spayed, house-trained and vaccinated dog at The Dog Stop in Argyle, needs an adopter or a foster home with patience to help her grow confident.
The Mean Green returned from a month between races with a men’s podium finish and a women’s top-10 result in Fayetteville.
Regular unleaded averages $3.9462 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
City traffic staff will test separate green phases for each direction of Bonnie Brae at University Drive after resident complaints, with several Bonnie Brae closures scheduled to end Oct. 10.
A second crossing at Discovery Boulevard would receive flashing pedestrian lights after the Riney Road project is finished.
Applications are due Nov. 20, and applicants must attend an October training session.
Denton residents should expect a muggy afternoon with a 60% chance of rain showers. Temperatures will remain mild, with highs near 76F and lows around 68F tonight.
Denton Fire's 2026-2030 strategic plan sets five goals, from meeting a national response-time standard to opening Fire Station 10 in southwest Denton, the city told council Friday.
Classmates alerted administrators to a remark about a gun, and a search turned up a firearm in another student's backpack Friday. The district says no threats were made to students or staff.
A September 22 work-session proposal used McAdams Haven as an example while seeking a citywide discussion of development fees.
Denton’s delegation recorded twelve votes this period, including support for S. 4668 and the confirmation of Keith Sonderling.
3 Denton teams played this week, and the town went 3-0. Every local result from Thursday through Saturday, with rankings where they apply.
Regular unleaded averages $3.9611 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
The Denton Community Shelter ran expanded overnight cooling from July 18 to Sept. 21, serving 353 people, a third of them new to Denton County's homeless services, a city report says.
Denton County's Nov. 3 ballot runs from U.S. Senate and governor to a Denton council vacancy and local tax measures. Registration closes Oct. 5; early voting is Oct. 19-30.
Several dozen people joined an Indivisible Denton protest near Dallas Drive and I-35E during President Trump's Oct. 1 Peterbilt visit, while Republican officials praised his trade policies.
Five Texas community colleges have received federal authorization to offer Workforce Pell aid for short-term career training, alongside a new $10.4 million federal grant to expand technical credentials statewide.
Two Denton women reported phone scams this week in which callers claimed to be officers, cited fake warrants and demanded payment by debit card or Bitcoin.
Recycled Books hosts a 5 p.m. conversation with Kayla Olson, followed by a signing, at First United Methodist Church of Denton.
A severe Flood Watch is in effect for Denton as showers and thunderstorms bring high humidity and potential flooding. Expect wet conditions today and tomorrow with highs near 78F.
Wet weather postponed the free event that opens the city's 31 Days of Halloween; it now takes place Thursday, Oct. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Quakertown Civic Center.
Denton’s artist registration is full, but visitors can view the Halloween designs and vote Oct. 4–23. The display is scheduled through Halloween.
Regular unleaded averages $3.9774 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
About 7% of Denton's residents live in the 26th Congressional District under the 2025 map; the rest of the city is in District 13.
At Peterbilt's Denton plant, President Trump credited tariffs for the company's hiring and backed Ken Paxton's Senate bid, while Democrats called the midterm tour desperate.
A severe flood watch is in effect for Denton as heavy showers and thunderstorms bring significant rainfall. Current conditions are humid with light rain, and more storms are expected through tomorrow.
Volunteers can collect supplies Oct. 2 at Emily Fowler Library before the Oct. 3 watershed cleanup.
Regular unleaded averages $3.9694 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Denton’s monthlong trial will use docked drones to give police and firefighters information while they travel to selected emergency calls.
The request concerns about 9.6 acres between Hunter’s Creek Road and Ryan Road. Detailed staff materials are scheduled for October 16.
A severe Flood Watch is in effect for Denton as scattered storms bring heavy rain. Current conditions are hot and humid, with temperatures expected to drop significantly tomorrow.
Preliminary National Weather Service figures show an average temperature of 87 degrees at the Denton station for September’s first 29 days.
Wednesday’s NWS update focuses on storms moving west to east overnight, with 2–4 inches across the watch area and localized 5–7-inch totals possible.
Public records show 39 new sales tax permits, 1 alcohol license application and 1 business listing for Denton businesses in the week of Sep. 28. Here is the full list.
North Texas’ national comeback honor recognizes Jahiem White’s return, but the Denton running back’s 143 receiving yards beside 363 rushing yards reveal a broader four-game role.
Regular unleaded averages $3.9114 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, down from last week and below the Texas average.
The two-seat electric aircraft eFlyer 2 conducted its first flight from Centennial Airport, marking the start of a certification campaign.
The Hall of State exhibit includes early university records, historic photographs and items from TWU’s aviation and cookbook collections.
The watch begins Wednesday afternoon. Denton's flood-hazard resources identify creek corridors to understand before the rain, while Alert Denton and official forecasts provide changing conditions.
The Sept. 21–27 summary counts calls for service and officer-initiated activity; its map covers selected incidents.
The president is expected to speak to Peterbilt employees Thursday, with Rep. Ronny Jackson and Denton Mayor Chris Watts planning to attend.
A severe Flood Watch is in effect for Denton. Current temperatures are 90F with a heat index reaching 97F. Expect hot conditions today, followed by a significant chance of storms and heavy rain tomorrow.
The Stars detailed a full PNC Plaza night before the Blues visit American Airlines Center, with TNT carrying the first of 13 national telecasts.