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Police seek help identifying male wanted in connection to indecent exposure at local business
DENTON, Texas — Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in an indecent exposure incident at a local business.The incident occurred in June at a business in the 400 block of W. University Drive, according to the City of Denton Police Department. The suspect was described as wearing a pale blue hoodie with black writing on the sleeves and front, blue and bright green swimsuit-style shorts, a black backpack, dark-colored slides, and a lanyard. He spoke with a thick southern accent, possibly from Louisiana or Mississippi.Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Morgan at 940-349-8470. Tips can also be submitted to Denton County Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-388-TIPS (8477) or visiting their website.
PointBank celebrating 140th anniversary
PointBank, North Texas’ oldest community bank, kicked off its 140th anniversary celebration this week with a ribbon-cutting at its Lewisville location, the first of many this month. Pilot Point Bank first opened in 1884 in the small northern Denton County town. The bank was chartered on July 13, 1892....
Ozone pollution alert in effect for North Texas until early Friday evening
An air quality alert was issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for Friday. The alert is for Wise, Denton, Collin, Hunt, Parker, Tarrant, Dallas, Rockwall, Kaufman, Hood, Johnson, Ellis and Henderson counties. "The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort...
Denton County, sheriff being sued after inmate's death at county jail
DENTON COUNTY, Texas — Denton County and its sheriff, Tracy Murphree, as well as several other county personnel, are being sued in connection with the death of an inmate at the county's jail last year. The suit, filed on behalf of the inmate Heath Vandeventer, accuses the county and...
Fundraiser to support victims of northern Denton County tornado
A community fundraising event will be held later this month to benefit victims of the May 25 Valley View tornado. Valley View had 300 buildings damaged in the severe storm. Huffines Auto Dealerships, Anderson’s Eatery and Distillery, and Love for Kids announced Monday that it will host a fundraiser for those affected by the tornado. The event is scheduled for noon to 10 p.m. on July 27 at Anderson’s Distillery, 410 N. Bell Ave., and will feature live music, raffles, a bounce house, food and more. Organizers will collect donated items for the affected families, and all proceeds will go to the recovery and rebuilding efforts for the Valley View victims.
TCEQ issues ozone pollution alert affecting North Texas Wednesday
On Tuesday at 2:23 p.m. an air quality alert was issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for Wednesday. The alert is for Wise, Denton, Collin, Hunt, Parker, Tarrant, Dallas, Rockwall, Kaufman, Hood, Johnson, Ellis and Henderson counties. "The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone...
Tropical Storm Beryl: Denton County and North Texas to get about 1 inch of rain, flooding in eastern counties
North Texas first responders have been deployed across the state to contribute to Beryl recovery efforts. A crew of seven firefighters from Cedar Hill, DeSoto and Duncanville will help evacuate buildings and provide medical care for the most vulnerable residents hit by the storm, including shelters and nursing homes, said Rafael Reyes, interim fire chief for the Cedar Hill Fire Department.
Denton County ESD #1 Upholds Strict Fireworks Bans in Argyle, Copper Canyon, and Beyond to Ensure Safety
As Independence Day festivities conclude, Denton County Emergency Services District #1 reminds residents of the region’s rigid stance on fireworks, underscoring a shared commitment to safety and public order. The district has publicly reiterated that, for towns including Argyle, Bartonville, Copper Canyon, and others within its purview, the joy of colorful pyrotechnics is outweighed by the risk of fires and injuries. According to a post on the Denton County Emergency Services District #1, these ordinances carry substantial fines for individuals caught igniting fireworks within city limits.
Denton 4-H members excel at Texas 4-H Roundup
Denton County, Texas -- 4-H members from Denton County 4-H participated at Texas 4-H Roundup in Bryan/College Station, Texas, June 3-6. Texas 4-H Roundup, the pinnacle event for all of Texas 4-H, welcomed around 1,300 senior-level or high school-aged youth to compete in approximately 50 diverse competitions, educational workshops, career learning opportunities, and more throughout the week.
Texas DPS arrests several criminal illegal immigrants of interest
PILOT POINT, Texas (KXII) - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announced the arrests of 12 wanted criminal illegal immigrants of interest across the state. One man was arrested in Pilot Point on June 5. DPS said in a press release that Juan Francisco Molina-Garcia has been wanted since...
Fireworks, heat and COVID-19: North Texas health experts' safety tips for the Fourth of July
Fourth of July celebrations on Thursday will lead into a fun-filled weekend for much of North Texas. Pyrotechnics remain a risky staple of Independence Day festivities, COVID-19 infections are on the rise and the sweltering Texas summer is in full swing — and local medical experts are sharing their tips on keeping safe this holiday.
The Dish: DFW Restaurant Week returns to raise money for local charities
DFW Restaurant Week is back! The 28th annual charity event will bring together more than 100 fine-dining restaurants in Tarrant, Dallas, Collin and Denton counties to raise money for the North Texas Food Bank and Lena Pope, starting with a preview weekend Aug. 1-4. DFW Restaurant Week started 27 years...
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