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Another mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus in Lantana
Denton County Public Health on Friday reported that another mosquito trap in Lantana has tested positive for West Nile Virus. Residents in the affected area are being informed via emergency alerts and signage, according to a DCPH news release. The area will be fogged three times Saturday through Monday, weather permitting. Truck-based ultra-low volume fogging will occur between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
North Texas Property Values Rise by $16.9 Billion Since Last Year, Dallas CEO Reports
The Central Appraisal Districts for Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Rockwall counties released certified property values on Wednesday, and — shocking no one — the numbers are on the rise. In a memo to council members this week, Dallas Chief Financial Officer Jack Ireland said the new total certified...
Officials urge Denton residents to conserve water as city crews repair damaged filter
DENTON, Texas — City of Denton officials are urging residents to conserve water as crews work to repair a damaged filter at one of the city's water treatment facilities. "While our team works diligently to restore full capacity, we urge all residents to conserve water as much as possible," the city said in a Friday news release.
North Texas colleges want to make transferring between schools easier, saving saving students time and money
DALLAS — Transferring between North Texas colleges could get easier because of an effort to prevent students from losing credits and help them stay on track to finish their degrees. Four Dallas-area schools — Dallas College, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas Woman’s University and the University of North Texas at...
Missing 60-Year-Old Rogelio Diaz Hernandez Found Safe in DFW Area, Lewisville Police Express Gratitude to Community
A day of tension and concern was ameliorated with relief as the Lewisville Police Department confirmed the safe location of Rogelio Diaz Hernandez, a 60-year-old man reported missing on Wednesday. According to the Lewisville Police Department, Mr. Hernandez had medical conditions that necessitated medication and specialized care, intensifying the urgency of finding him promptly after he was last seen in the vicinity of the 1200 block of Granada Street.
Denton Fire Department keeping up with population boom with crucial new fire station
It's no secret that Denton County is booming. A recent U.S. Census report of the top 15 fastest-growing cities in the country includes five boomtowns in North Texas. Denton and the surrounding area made the list, which means county and city departments must make plans to keep up with the growth.
Revolver Brewing Co. Reveals University Of North Texas Blonde Ale
Revolver Brewing Company's North Texas Blonde Ale was named the official craft beer of UNT Athletics. Crafted with Pilsner malt and Mandarina and Centennial hops, North Texas Blonde will be available at DATCU Stadium and the Super Pit starting in September. The North Texas Blonde Ale, featuring the iconic Strutting Eagle design on its can, will be available in August at retailers across North Texas, thanks to a partnership with MolsonCoors and Fisher59. Currently served in Denton bars and restaurants, this beer boasts a full flavor and light body with a 4.8% ABV. "Joining together with Revolver Brewing to release North Texas...
Death in the days of future and past: Houston poet wins UNT Rilke Prize
Houston poet Kevin Prufer's most recent collection reckons with death and how it fells the ordinary and the great alike. That collection, The Fears, earned the University of North Texas's 2024 Rilke Prize. The award recognizes a mid-career poet — and a work of poetry they published in the preceding year — and comes with a $10,000 prize. Prufer is a poetry professor at the University of Houston, where he has taught for 15 years.
Mary Kay Hits the Sweet Spot on Speed for Mascara Packaging Line
Cosmetics institution Mary Kay’s Lewisville, Texas facility contains 20 packaging lines that serve the company's whole gamut of cosmetics products, from creams and lotions to colognes and lipsticks. Industry equipment veteran George Bode, now manager of corporate engineering, joined the company in 2016 with more than two decades of...
An Inside Look at the PGA of America Summer Internship
At the PGA of America, interns have the opportunity to immerse themselves in one of the fastest-growing sports, making tangible contributions to leave a lasting impact. The eight-week internship allows college students to play a pivotal role in expanding the $102 billion golf industry, where their efforts help shape the future of the sport.
Denton ISD’s Back-to-School Fair provides school supplies to economically disadvantaged students
Denton Independent School District hosted their Back-to-School Fair last Saturday, an event that aims to provide school supplies for economically disadvantaged students in time for the upcoming school year. “Our goal is to reach as many families as possible,” Reece Waddell, Denton ISD communications coordinator, said. The Back-to-School Fair...
Curtain Call! Community members take the stage, spotlight of Theatre Frisco
Theatre Frisco, formerly known as the Frisco Community Theatre, has been a fundamental part of the local community since its inception in 1985. Howard Korn, the chairman of Theatre Frisco, has been instrumental in its transformation from a small community group performing in an adapted pavilion to a thriving professional theatre organization housed in the city of Frisco’s Discovery Center.
Lake Dallas addresses police misconduct allegations
LAKE DALLAS, Texas - Lake Dallas Interim City Manager Tom Muehlenbeck addressed recent allegations of misconduct within the Lake Dallas Police Department (LDPD) on Thursday, emphasizing the city's commitment to transparency and integrity.A former LDPD officer, recently terminated for various misconduct violations, has made several allegations against other officers, including new claims posted on social media last week. Muehlenbeck stressed the importance of responsible commentary and factual clarity, stating, "The public deserves to hear from the City on this matter and to know that it can trust in the professionalism and integrity of its public servants, including its dedicated police...
FEMA provides aid to those looking for generators amid shortage after Beryl
If you are considering getting a generator so your family never sits in the dark again, here is a warning: you may not get one anytime soon.From small to large, finding a generator right now can be a challenge, so be prepared to wait weeks, if not longer.Hurricane Beryl knocked out so many power lines that it took weeks to restore power to southeast Texas.As you can imagine, the prolonged outage has led people to look for generators, to avoid a repeat of the power crisis.If you are looking for a whole-home standby generator, it could take weeks for a...
Where's my $750 FEMA check? ABC13 asking questions weeks after Beryl
Where's my check, FEMA?You are not alone if you are waiting for your $750 FEMA Disaster Assistance check.Unfortunately, FEMA officials told ABC13 they were aware of the delays but couldn't say when people would receive their $750.FEMA representatives said each application must be reviewed individually, and there is no set time for the agency to approve or deny it.Officials said they would contact applicants by mail, e-mail, or text to let them know if they were approved, so keep looking for that correspondence from FEMA.PREVIOUS STORY: Residents of 15 southeast Texas counties can now apply for federal Beryl aidYou can...
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