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- Denton County reports another human case of West Nile VirusTemperatures are so close to dropping in North Texas, but they haven’t, meaning mosquitos are still around pestering Denton County residents. A sixth human case of West Nile Virus in Denton County was reported by county officials Tuesday afternoon. According to Denton County Public Health, the person diagnosed lives…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
Denton PD searching for man suspected of murdering wifeDenton police and the FBI are searching for a man who they believe murdered his wife and fled to New Mexico. According to a Monday press release from officials, 49-year-old Richard Pastor Perez is suspected of murdering his estranged wife, 42-year-old Marijulin Daiuru Briceño Arrieta. Denton PD said Briceño Arrieta’s…Cross Timbers Gazette · New 1.55% Card Service Fee for Denton Customer Service Bill Payments Begins Oct. 1City of Denton ·
City of Denton to Begin Micro Surfacing Project Sept. 9City of Denton ·
Denton City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and Fee ScheduleCity of Denton · - Pair of popular clothing and accessory brands now open in southern Denton CountyTwo popular clothing and accessory brands have officially opened at a shopping center in southern Denton County. Psycho Bunny and Zumiez opened the doors to their storefronts at Tanger Outlets, located across the street from Texas Motor Speedway at the intersection of I-35W and Hwy 114. According to Tanger, Psycho…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
Meet the Candidates: Texas House District 65Southern Denton County voters will cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 3, for numerous federal, state and county candidates, including a rematch for Texas House District 65. Early voting runs from Monday, Oct. 19, through Friday, Oct. 30, at 54 locations across the county. Find more voter information on the Denton County…Cross Timbers Gazette · - Force Home Services: What to expect the first time you turn on the heatEvery fall, there comes a day when that warm Texas afternoon turns into a surprisingly cool evening, and homeowners across Denton County switch their thermostats from cooling to heating for the first time in months. That first startup can bring a few surprises, and not all of them mean something is wrong. A brief…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- From the Firehouse – October 2026September was a significant month of remembrance and celebration for Denton County ESD No. 1 & 2. This past month provided an opportunity to look both backward and forward – to remember those who gave everything in service to others and to celebrate the continued growth and evolution of our own organization. On…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
October 9, 2026 | Friday Staff Report to City CouncilThe Friday Staff Report for October 9, 2026, is now available online.City of Denton · - Marty B’s Ice Cream now open in PonderThe newest sweet treat stand by southern Denton County restaurateur Marty Bryan is now open. Marty B’s Ice Cream in Ponder officially opened its doors Tuesday, expanding the reach of Bryan’s businesses further west in Denton County. The new shop is located in the center of Ponder, right across from the town’s historic…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Popular drive-thru coffee chain coming to DentonA popular coffee chain plans to open a new drive-thru location in Denton. 7 Brew is expected to renovate a former bank along University Drive into a drive-thru coffee shop, according to a filing registered with the state Wednesday. Area records indicate the space was previously occupied by DATCU bank. The filing…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Lanes and ramps to be closed at I-35W/I-35E interchange in DentonCommuters should prepare for delays over the weekend when traveling through Denton. The Texas Department of Transportation plans to close lanes and ramps at the I-35E/I-35W interchange in Denton starting at 9 p.m. Thursday. According to TxDOT, the northbound I-35W exit ramp to southbound I-35E and the northbound I-35E…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
Meet the Candidates: Texas House District 63Aside from the contest between Ken Paxton and James Talarico, which could have major implications for the U.S. Senate, southern Denton County voters will cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 3, for numerous federal, state and county candidates. Early voting runs from Monday, Oct. 19, through Friday, Oct. 30, at 54 locations…Cross Timbers Gazette · New Audit Follow-Up Released - Public Safety CommunicationsThe City Auditor's Office has released a new follow-up report covering operational changes made in response to the Audit of Public Safety Communications.City of Denton ·
New Audit Follow-Up Released - Energy Portfolio ManagementThe City Auditor's Office has released a new follow-up report covering operational changes made in response to the Audits of Energy Portfolio: Transaction Administration and Renewable Energy Offset Goal.City of Denton ·
New Audit Follow-Up Released - Wastewater System OperationsThe City Auditor's Office has released a new follow-up report covering operational changes made in response to the Audits of Wastewater System Operations: Collections and Reclamation.City of Denton ·
- Lewisville ISD, teens and parents sued over Marcus football hazing allegationsA southern Denton County family is taking further legal action after their son was reportedly hazed at a Marcus football team dinner. The lawsuit alleges the same hazing previously reported but names the teens allegedly involved, their parents and Lewisville ISD as defendants, according to a report from NBC 5. Doug…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Denton ISD to build new school in Denton’s next big developmentDenton ISD plans to build its first elementary school in the new Landmark development in southwest Denton along, according to district officials. The new school will be located on a 12-acre site within the 3,200-acre mixed-use development that will feature 6,000 single-family homes, 3,000 apartments or townhomes, 900…Cross Timbers Gazette ·
- Denton County lifts burn ban following heavy rainsAfter a week or so of heavy rainfall across Denton County, the restrictions on burns in the county has been lifted. Denton County made the announcement Monday morning, ending the burn ban that was officially imposed at the end of August. The county fire marshal originally encouraged Denton County commissioners to…Cross Timbers Gazette ·