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Dallas Stars Hockey Team Will Bring $55 Million Youth Sports Facility to Denton County’s Northlake
On your mark, get set. Denton County youth, sharpen your ice skates. A $55 million multisport youth facility is planned near State Highway 114 and Chadwick Parkway in Northlake, a partnership between the town and the National Hockey League’s Dallas Stars. The Northlake-owned facility totaling about 225,000 square feet...
From the Firehouse – August 2024
The month of August means it’s back to school for students and teachers in our communities. August is also National Back to School Safety Month and as school zones will once again be utilized before and after school, we would like to share tips to ensure the safety of some of our youngest citizens:
Everything’s Bigger in Texas—Including This High School’s Tuition!
Everything is bigger in Texas… especially when it comes to forking over money to get your kids through school!. My son just started high school but I’m already stressing the cost of college as I’m sufre most other parents with high school kids are. However, If you thought college tuition was outrageous, wait until you hear about the price tag for high school education in Texas.
Texas Department of Public Safety Honors 75 Years of Aircraft Operations Division
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is celebrating National Aviation Day by recognizing the significant contributions of its Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) over the past 75 years. “For 75 years, the Aircraft Operations Division has played a vital role in DPS’ mission to protect and...
FEELING LUCKY: A New Casino Is Coming To East Texas
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe is the oldest Native American reservation in Texas and they announced some big plans. The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas boasts a unique story dating back to before the 1700s according to their website. The Tribe operates on the oldest reservation in the state located on approximately 10,200 acres in the Big Thicket of Deep East Texas.
Xcel, electric co-ops issue energy alert, urge immediate conservation
Xcel Energy and a number of electric cooperatives, including South Plains Electric Co-op, are asking customers in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains and Eastern New Mexico to immediately cut back on electric use. The companies issued an Energy Alert just after 7 p.m. CDT Monday amid scorching temperatures, forecasting electricity demand could exceed supply unless customers conserve. The alert expires at 10 p.m. CDT (9 p.m. MDT) Monday. ...
Another Day, Another Heat Alert
DALLAS (KDAF) — Heat warnings and advisories will continue across North Texas — and, in fact, across most of Texas. Dangerous temperatures up to 110 will make for a toasty Monday night. Be sure to stay cool!. Get the full forecast from Meteorologist Jim Danner above.
New AgriLife beekeeping program has East Texas debut
OVERTON, Texas (KLTV) - The Lone Star state is seeing more beekeepers. State data shows Texas has nearly 9,000 beekeeping operations, which is more than any other state. The Texas A&M AgriLife’s extension will now have a beekeeping program, it will serve beekeepers across the state, including in East Texas.
From the August 16th, “Friday Staff Reports to City Council” Government
Your browser does not support the audio element. The Friday Staff Report to City Council provides weekly updates between staff and Council. Recent efforts to conserve water helped Denton avoid Stage 2 Drought Restrictions, while the Emily Fowler Central Library is set for a temporary closure for facility improvements. New signage supporting the Responsible Giving Initiative will be installed, and the City received an award for excellence in procurement practices. Additionally, various Council Member requests were addressed, including issues related to graffiti removal, property maintenance, flooding concerns, and inquiries about zoning and construction practices. The report also highlighted ongoing efforts to address community concerns and maintain city operations.
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