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The Cross Timbers GazetteFoodie Friday: Rocco’s Italian KitchenOpen only 79 days, and already Rocco’s Italian Kitchen is in the top three for Best of Denton County in TWO categories: Best New Restaurant, and Best Italian Restaurant. And for good reason. Their menu features critically acclaimed dishes like hand-tossed New York pizza, homemade meatballs, decadent pastas and...
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mychamplainvalley.com
Humane Society of Chittenden County receives 20 displaced cats from TexasBurlington, VT.– The Humane Society of Chittenden County received about 20 homeless cats, all impacted by severe flooding in Texas, at the request of The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. After a local animal shelter in Denton County, Texas, sustained significant storm damage, the cats...Burlington, VT6 hours ago
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MyTexasDaily.comBeware of scam attempts impersonating Denton County Sheriff's OfficeDENTON, Texas — The Denton County Sheriff's Office has issued a warning about individuals falsely claiming association with the department and making fraudulent demands for payments related to purported outstanding warrants for missing jury duty. These scammers have been reported to use the names of current employees when communicating...
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WFAALewisville Lake Park partially reopens after high waters forced two-month closureLEWISVILLE, Texas — Denton County residents can now cool off at Lewisville Lake Park again. The park had been closed since May 31 because of high water levels and storm damage. Officials also said the rising water level had made it difficult for vehicle traffic coming into Lake Park.
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The Cross Timbers GazetteScammers are targeting residents, claiming to be with Denton County Sheriff’s OfficeThe Denton County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday warned residents about a new phone scam. “We have received reports that there are individuals falsely claiming association with the Denton County Sheriff’s Office and making fraudulent demands for payments related to purported outstanding warrants for missing jury duty,” the DCSO said in a statement. “These individuals have been reported to use the names of our current employees when communicating with you.”
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hoodline.com
TxDOT Initiates In-House Pilot Program for Road Maintenance Amid Summer Heat in Denton CountyTexas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), traditionally reliant on contractors for the seal coat process integral to preserving these roads, is shifting gears with a new pilot program that hands the reins back to its in-house crew. "We let everyone cool off in the trucks, we keep hydration stations, and plenty of water in the trucks," Mike Rivers, Denton County Assistant Maintenance Supervisor, told TxDOT.1 day ago
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starlocalmedia.com
‘A very heroic act:’ The Colony police officer commended by city, county for life-saving actionsOfficer Edwardo Hernandez of The Colony Police Department was commended by not only The Colony City Council on Tuesday, Aug. 6, but Denton County Commissioner of Precinct 2, Kevin Falconer, for his life-saving actions on July 19. Officer Hernandez rescued a driver from a burning vehicle by breaking a window...The Colony, TX8 hours ago
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Local ProfileStorehouse Community Center Launches Food Bank Opportunities For North TexasThe Storehouse Community Center (TSCC) is extending an exclusive invitation to 52 corporations to become members of a unique initiative, Club 52.The program offers corporations the opportunity to sponsor one week of food pantry operations. Through this sponsorship, corporations play a vital role in helping neighbors access essential resources and empowering them on their journey toward self-sufficiency. The Storehouse’s program vision is to transform the lives of 20% of the neighbors it serves.“Club members have the opportunity to join with corporate peers in North Texas to ensure TSCC’s pantry is able to meet the needs of our neighbors each week...
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inforney.com
For some Denton County shoppers, tax-free weekend is too little and too lateTexas marks the 25th anniversary of its sales tax holiday this weekend through Sunday. But for some Denton County shoppers, it’s a blend of too little savings and too late to make a dent in back-to-school expenses. Denton ISD students started the new school year Wednesday. “I don’t think...7 hours ago
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Denton Record-Chronicle
Little Elm child sexual assault case ends in deferred probationA San Antonio man received 10 years of deferred probation on Friday in a 2023 child sexual assault case based out of Little Elm. Richard Laird, 60, was indicted in Denton County on three charges of sexual assault of a child and three charges of trafficking a child engaging in sexual conduct.San Antonio, TX3 hours ago
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Denton Record-Chronicle
Denton County man begs state for his unemployment benefits. TWC says he missed a deadlineHas the Texas Workforce Commission recovered from its near breakdown during the pandemic? That’s when millions sought unemployment benefits. That backlog and confusion was almost unavoidable. Nobody was prepared for that.5 hours ago
Local ProfileSalvation Army Provides Heat Relief Services Amid High TempsIn response to the high temperatures in North Texas, The Salvation Army of North Texas activated its comprehensive services to provide relief for the region’s most vulnerable residents.For those at high risk of heat-related illnesses — such as seniors, youth, individuals with chronic diseases and those experiencing poverty and homelessness — The Salvation Army of North Texas offers essential resources to meet various community needs.“This heat is hard on all of us, but even more on those who are struggling financially, physically, or mentally,” said Major Paul McFarland, area commander of The Salvation Army of North Texas. “As the temperature...
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TCEQ issues ozone pollution alert affecting North Texas FridayOn Thursday at 2:37 p.m. 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...Fort Worth, TX1 day ago
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KSST RadioPracticing the Art of Hot MixAug. 7, 2024 – DENTON — A new pilot program for laying hot mix asphalt will help streamline projects and improve the longevity and quality of roads. Each summer, when the temperatures soar, TxDOT crews work to maintain roads by laying hot mix asphalt. It’s one of the hottest jobs in Texas as the asphalt is heated to extremely high temperatures.
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KVUESmall group of residents has challenged more than 17,000 voter registrations in Denton County
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WFAA
3 people shot near a North Texas lakeside restaurantLEWISVILLE, Texas — Three people were shot near Sneaky Pete's restaurant at Lewisville Lake Sunday night, officials said. Lewisville police and Denton County dispatch received multiple reports of a shooting incident at around 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4 at the intersection of Eagle Point Drive and Marina Bay, Denton County officials said in a press release.Lewisville, TX4 days ago
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