41-year-old Tarrant County jail inmate dies while in custody
A 41-year-old female inmate died Sunday after being transferred from the Tarrant County jail to JPS Hospital.
A 41-year-old female inmate died Sunday after being transferred from the Tarrant County jail to JPS Hospital.
business
I recently read the full-page advertisement titled “This Shopping Center is WRONG for Double Oak.” Residents have every right to support or oppose the proposed development at FM 407 and Simmons Road. Traffic, drainage, environmental safeguards and neighborhood compatibility are l...
safety
A firefighter that served in both Denton and Wise County was fired after he was arrested for alleged sex crimes involving a minor in Harris County. Zackary Cooper of Boyd was arrested around 7 a.m. Thursday morning when he arrived to work at the Rhome Fire Department in Wise Coun...
News
What makes Justin special is its hometown feel, and community events play an important role in bringing neighbors together and creating that strong sense of community. As we look forward to cooler weather, we have several exciting events and milestones to celebrate this fall. On ...
government
Early voting begins Monday in southern Denton County for a consequential Nov. 3 general election featuring a closely watched U.S. Senate race, numerous federal, state and county contests, and local propositions affecting sales taxes and alcohol sales. Voters can cast ballots at 5...
library
October is a special month for spreading kindness in the world. With National Do Something Nice Day on Oct. 5 followed by Make a Difference Day on Oct. 24, both remind us of the importance in doing something to benefit others. When we are friendly, considerate and caring about ot...
News
Powers of attorney are often a source of confusion both for the principal (the person who gives the power of attorney) and the agent (the person authorized to do so something on behalf of the principal). This column discusses when a power of attorney goes into effect. Powers of a...
business
Every October, Denton becomes a little more Denton. Our downtown streets fill with costumes, music, decorations, and creativity. Families gather. Artists share their work. Restaurants and shops welcome familiar faces and new ones. For four weeks, we celebrate one of the things I ...
News
For months, Double Oak has been discussing the approximately 23 acres at FM 407 and Simmons Road and the retail development currently proposed for the property. We have talked about traffic, drainage, lighting, landscaping, buffers and building size. Those are all fair and import...
parks
For one evening each October, Lantana Trail transforms into a Halloween wonderland, as thousands of costumed children and their families take over the street for one of the community’s largest and most popular traditions. The award-winning Lantana Monster Mile returns Saturday, O...
safety
When your home is damaged or destroyed, you face a critical choice: Should you rebuild? Relocate? Buy an existing home? These tips from Merrill can help you decide. In the immediate aftermath of a natural disaster that forces you from your home – whether it’s a major storm, a fir...
