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Area northwest of Krum will be fogged for mosquitoes to combat West Nile
Denton County Public Health reported that a mosquito trap has tested positive for West Nile virus in an unincorporated area northwest of Krum, according to a news release. DCPH will conduct truck-based, ultra-low volume fogging near the trap Friday through Sunday between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
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...
Gunning for Gold: Northlake Shooting Sports fosters Olympic dreams
With the Paris Summer Olympics right around the corner, athletes all over the world are gearing up for what may well be their only shot at glory. Tracks, fields, courts, pools, gymnasiums and ranges all over the planet are allowing the crème de la crème of every sport the opportunity to hone their crafts to compete with the best that the world has to offer.
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.
Can you set off fireworks this Fourth of July? The answer is no in most Denton County cities
Fireworks are a staple for Fourth of July celebrations, but most Denton County residents can’t launch fireworks themselves and will have to visit an officially sanctioned fireworks show instead. Nearly every town or city that is fully or partially in Denton County prohibits the sale, possession or use of...
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...
Sheriff’s Corner: Practice good water safety this summer
As we enter swimming season at lakes and local pools, the Denton County Sheriff’s Office wants to emphasize the importance of having fun while staying safe by practicing good water safety. Drowning is fast and silent and can happen in as little as 20-60 seconds. It is NOT like...
Photos: Mixed views from Denton’s drone show as locals viewed it differently
Last year, what would've been Denton's debut drone show was washed out by a sudden rainstorm that hit the area, forcing organizers to cancel the event. This time — with no showers in sight — the show presented by the Denton Noon Kiwanis Club went on, but a number of spectators weren’t able to see all of the drones flown by Sky Elements Drones on Wednesday evening from their viewpoint at Quakertown Park.
Woman files civil suit against Denton County, accuses sheriff's office of forcing her to remove her hijab
DENTON COUNTY, Texas — A woman has filed a civil lawsuit against Denton County and three Denton County correctional officers after she was reportedly forced to remove her hijab after while booked into the county's jail. The suit, filed by Tanya Victoria, argues that Denton County, through Denton County...
A wildlife rehabber in Denton battles urbanization, encroaching development to rescue animals
Baby raptors in need of a home, turtles with fishing lures in their heads, jackrabbits and cottontails in need of a home: Diana Leggett has seen it all as an animal rehabilitator, or “rehabber” as she calls herself, in Denton for 35 years. “It’s everything,” says Leggett, who...
Denton tattoo artist arrested on indecent assault warrant
A Denton tattoo artist was arrested on a warrant Tuesday after being accused of inappropriately touching a client, according to a police report. Christopher Kaisler, 53, is charged with indecent assault.
Lubbock Matadors face Denton in last regular season home match
LUBBOCK, Texas— The Lubbock Matadors will prepare to play Denton Diablos FC for Wednesday night’s last regular season home match. Kick-off will begin at 7:30 p.m. at Lowery Field. The Matadors have a record of 4-3-1, losing their last game against FC Brownsville. Brayan Padilla scored the first goal nine minutes into the match and […]
Denton blotter: Woman tells police that driver pointed gun at her on Fort Worth Drive
A woman reported on Tuesday that a man pointed a gun at her in a parking lot along Fort Worth Drive, according to a police report. At about 12:40 p.m., Denton officers responded to a report of a person with a gun in the 500 block of Fort Worth Drive.
Milpa, Pepitas will shut doors to diners — but menus will be back with Boca 31 in a new ghost kitchen
Milpa Kitchen & Cantina and Pepitas Vegan Taqueria will close their storefronts in July as the owners merge the businesses into a ghost kitchen business. Milpa will close on July 21, and Pepitas is expected to close July 14.
Nine area girls compete at Miss Texas Teen
, Nine area girls competed in the Miss Texas Teen competition this past week, June 23-29, at the Eisemann Performance Center in Richardson and brought back multiple honors. In addition to those nine, there were 16 youngsters who attended as Texas Lone Star Princesses. The girls stayed at the Renaissance Hotel in Richardson all week. The nine contestants competed in private interview, health and fitness, talent, evening gown, and onstage conversation. “As a small-town girl that has watched the Miss Texas competition her entire life as well as attending the past seven years, you could never have convinced me that I would one day...
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