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Is political infighting why Denton doesn't have an H-E-B? What one city council has to say about it
A decade has passed since H-E-B purchased land behind Torchy’s Tacos on Bonnie Brae Street near University Drive. It’s a spot where a woman named Mary used to pitch her old yellow tent with dates written in black ink on the outside to help her keep track of important events. She’d been living on the land for about a year before it sold, finding companionship with her dog Sprocket and her cat Itsy, who’d seen one too many cat fights.
Alleged drunk driver had spilled beer and handgun in car, police say
Officers found a handgun inside a 27-year-old man's vehicle, along with an open alcoholic drink, according to a Denton Police report. At about 2:15 a.m. Saturday, officers were patrolling the 100 block of Avenue A and stopped a vehicle.
What to expect at Thin Line this week: Dallas VideoFest collab, films, local music and more
Thin Line Fest — which bills itself as the longest-running documentary film festival in Texas — will host film screenings at the Campus Theatre (and more) April 24-28. Most notably this year, this free-to-attend festival is collaborating with Dallas VideoFest for a two-film opening showcase. Dallas VideoFest was...
Denton police investigate robbery report at WinCo Foods Sunday
Denton police are investigating a robbery report at WinCo Foods after an employee said two thieves assaulted him Sunday afternoon, according to a police report. At about 12:34 p.m., Denton officers responded to a disturbance at the grocery store located at 2645 W. University Drive. An employee who works in loss prevention said two people were stealing items and being difficult.
Early voting begins for May 4 municipal elections
DALLAS - Early voting begins Monday for the May 4 municipal elections in North Texas. There are contested races for mayor in 20 cities including Duncanville, Lewisville, and Denton. Many other cities will have council races or local bond initiatives on the ballot. Dallas is asking voters to approve a...
Denton Milam Park visitors say teens pulled out fake pistols to scare people
Multiple witnesses at Denton’s Milam Park reported Sunday that two teen boys pulled out what appeared to be pistols, according to a police report. The report states that officers believe this incident is related to an ongoing escalation of violence at the nearby Providence Place apartments because several parkgoers live at the nearby apartments.
Woman charged in drug overdose death of Kansas man
RILEY COUNTY, Kan. (KAKE) - A Texas woman has been arrested on a slew of drug charges. Dache Dijon Island Jones, 21, of Aubrey, Texas, was arrested Saturday evening. Jones was charged with distribution of a controlled substance resulting in fatality, distribution of opiate/opium/narcotic/stimulant/heroin dosage of less than 10 units, and the utilization of a communication facility in the commission of a felony drug violation. Jones' bond was set at $500,000.
N&D 4.24.24 // Thin Line Festival & More!
The annual Thin Line Festival this weekend in Denton includes documentaries, music, and photography, but I’m most excited about the movies screening completely free and primarily at Campus Theatre (214 W Hickory St, Denton, 940-382-1915, free tix at ThinLine.us). Here are some of the titles you can see there now thru Sunday, plus a few other big-screen ideas for your consideration.
Denton artist and designer wins Thrift for Good's mural competition: See the design
Denton artist David Baker's mural was selected as the winner of Thrift for Good’s Earth Day mural design competition. With the addition of their new mural, Thrift for Good says it seeks to “bring revitalization, awareness, and positivity to Denton’s east side.”
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