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- Denton County GOP to host forum on county governmentDenton County residents will have an opportunity to learn how local government operates and how decisions affecting their communities are made during a public forum featuring the county’s top elected officials this week. The Denton County Republican Party will host “Let’s Talk County Government!” on Thursday, Nov. 19,…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Popular fried chicken fast food chain plans to open location in DentonA popular southern-style fast food chain is expected to open a new location in Denton. Bojangles recently submitted plans with the state to build a restaurant along University Drive in Denton. It will be the first Bojangles in Denton, with the chain having nearby locations in Lewisville and Frisco. The Lewisville…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
November 13, 2026 | Friday Staff Report to City CouncilThe Friday Staff Report for November 13, 2026, is now available online.City of Denton ·
- Denton County expands mental health resources with $12.5 million building purchaseDenton County continues to expand mental health resources across the county with what officials are calling a “landmark day.” The county purchased a two-story building for $12.5 million Tuesday that will serve as a mental health facility. “I feel excited about the work ahead of us – a state-of-the-art and best…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Traveling veterans memorial coming to Denton in DecemberA traveling memorial honoring thousands of American service members who died in wars and terrorist attacks will be on display at Golden Triangle Mall in Denton from Dec. 11-13. The American Veterans Traveling Tribute’s Voices of Valor HD Tribute, along with the Texas Veterans Hall of Fame’s Pearl Harbor and Cost of…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Liberty Christian’s football season ends in courtThe TAPPS football playoffs will proceed Friday without the state-favorite Liberty Christian Warriors. A ruling from the 362nd Judicial District Court in Denton County denied a temporary restraining order requested by Liberty Christian that would pause the removal of the school’s football team from the playoffs.…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Launch Family Entertainment center now open in DentonIndoor fun is booming in Denton, starting with the launch of a new indoor entertainment center. Launch Family Entertainment opened its new 30,000-square-foot entertainment center Friday inside Golden Triangle Mall at 2201 S. Interstate 35. The facility features a variety of attractions, including trampoline courts, a…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
November 6, 2026 | Friday Staff Report to City CouncilThe Friday Staff Report for November 6, 2026, is now available online.City of Denton · - Denton County party leaders assess election shake-upTuesday’s election delivered a wake-up call to Republicans in reliably red Denton County, handing the party six losses and leaving its leaders regrouping as Democrats celebrated a breakthrough across Texas. Republicans won 14 contested races and 20 uncontested races in the contests tracked by the Denton County…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
Temporary Closures Planned for Denton Parks and Recreation FacilitiesCity of Denton ·
City of Denton Confirms Third Human Case of West Nile VirusCity of Denton · - City of Denton Confirms Single Case of West Nile VirusCity of Denton ·
- Free battery recycling event set for Nov. 14 at Guyer High SchoolResidents looking to clear out old cellphones, laptops and other rechargeable electronics can dispose of them safely and free of charge during a lithium-ion battery recycling event Saturday, Nov. 14, at Guyer High School in Denton. The Pilot Knob Rotary Club is partnering with Advanced Placement environmental science…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Election Results: Denton County Republicans hold their own amid blue wave across TexasTexas underwent a shocking political flip after Tuesday’s election results, and Denton County played a unique role. Southern Denton County voters unseated two Republican incumbents and favored Democrats in several marquee statewide races Tuesday, while keeping County Judge Andy Eads and much of the area’s Republican…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Early Voting Results: Nothing easily determined as candidates, propositions hold tight in Denton CountyDenton County could be in for a surprise if early voting results are an indication for the rest of the results. Democrats are nearly tied, if not leading, in many Denton County races as the first early voting results came in shortly after 7 p.m. In the Republican primary, United States Representative Brandon Gill…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Southern Denton County heads to the polls TuesdayOn Tuesday, Denton County voters will help decide the fate of a closely watched U.S. Senate race, numerous federal, state and county contests, and local propositions affecting sales taxes and alcohol sales. Among the most prominent races is the U.S. Senate contest between Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Denton County Sheriff’s Office Communications Division recognized at DENCO 911 banquetThe Denton County Sheriff’s Office is proud to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of its Communications Division following the DENCO 911 Banquet. The division received six awards recognizing exceptional leadership, teamwork, training, professionalism and service to the community. Brittany Sparks was named…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Nearly half of Denton County voters cast ballots earlyMore than 326,000 Denton County voters cast ballots before Election Day, nearly matching presidential-election levels of participation as voters increasingly choose to skip the Tuesday lines. Nearly 47% of the county’s registered voters participated in early voting for the 2026 midterm election. Early ballots…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Fall arrives reluctantly as drought grips Denton CountyOctober finally gave summer-scorched North Texas an inkling of what fall was supposed to feel like, but only reluctantly. The first four days of the month brought nearly an inch of rain — 0.92 inches (some areas in southern Denton County received much more). It was the first significant precipitation in 76 days of…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Preparing your home for a comfortable, worry-free winterOctober is usually when we start getting those cooler mornings here in Denton County. Heading into November after a long Texas summer, most of us are ready for it. It is also a good time to make sure your home is ready for colder weather. Your heating system may not have run in months. Before […] The post Preparing…Cross Timbers Gazette ·