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Denton Mayor’s Column – July 2026

I am deeply humbled and honored that the people of Denton have once again chosen me to serve as their Mayor. My hope is that this election has put to rest the notion that one vote does not matter. The final margin was just 52 votes – a powerful reminder that every voice counts an...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 11, 2026

Fort Worth City Council calls for pause on data centers

Residents of Fort Worth have been pushing back against data center construction this week, and now several Fort Worth City Council members are joining them. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 10, 2026

Fort Worth data center moratorium requested by 5 council members

Five Fort Worth City Council members are calling for a temporary pause on new data center construction to address residents’ concerns over noise pollution, infrastructure demands, and water and energy consumption....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 10, 2026

Former Marcus quarterback’s appeal to play at Denton Ryan denied

A last-ditch effort by four-star quarterback Colton Nussmeier to be ruled eligible to play varsity football at Denton Ryan in the fall was denied. The University Interscholastic League denied Nussmeier’s appeal by a vote of 4-1 Thursday, ruling that the Georgia-commit had transfe...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 10, 2026

Fort Worth leaders want to pause data center work

Five Fort Worth city council members are calling for a temporary pause on the construction of new data centers within the city limits.

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 10, 2026

Lantana Update – July 2026

After nearly two decades of operating out of leased office space, Lantana’s two Fresh Water Supply Districts are getting a permanent home. The boards of Denton County Fresh Water Supply Districts No. 6 and No. 7 voted in June to award a $6.05 million construction contract to Fort...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 10, 2026

Flower Mound approves ordinance to reduce excess parking spaces

Flower Mound is changing the way it regulates parking in an effort to reduce oversized parking lots, support small businesses and create more green space. The Town Council unanimously approved amendments to its Land Development Regulations at its regular meeting Monday, allowing ...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 7, 2026

CANCELED - Transportation Commission Meeting

Event date: July 14, 2026 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 09:00 PM Location: Town of Flower Mound 2121 Cross Timbers Flower Mound, TX 75028

Town of Flower Mound — News & Calendar (CivicEngage)Jul 6, 2026

Rage room franchise a smash hit at Highland Village P&Z meeting

Southern Denton County residents young and old may soon have a new place to vent their frustrations. The Highland Village Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval June 16 for an iSmash rage room, clearing another hurdle for the proposed business. The Highland Village ...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 6, 2026

Copper Canyon Mayor’s Column – July 2026

Happy 250th Birthday to America! I hope we all take a few minutes to appreciate The United States of America. The desire for freedom and representation in the government under which you live has turned our country into the true shining light that draws people from around the worl...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 3, 2026

Haslet congregation blocks return of pastor who hired sex offender son

Congregation members of a North Texas church have voted against reinstating their former senior pastor, months after he stepped down for secretly employing his son, a lifetime registered sex offender, on the church and school campus....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJun 29, 2026

The Arts: Lewisville Lake Symphony strikes a chord with local students

By Kevin Geise, member of the Flower Mound Cultural Arts Commission One by one, the big yellow school buses arrived in perfect harmony, their synchronized schedules the result of meticulous planning. Considering there are 32 Lewisville ISD elementary schools across 13 municipalit...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jun 27, 2026

Canceled - Parks Board Meeting

Event date: July 2, 2026 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM

Town of Flower Mound — News & Calendar (CivicEngage)Jun 25, 2026

Lewisville ISD renames former Highland Village Elementary campus

Summer marks the end of the school year for students in Lewisville ISD, and the end of the first year with five closed elementary campuses, including Highland Village Elementary. At the district’s regular board meeting on Monday, June 8, the Lewisville ISD Board approved a new na...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jun 25, 2026

Dallas City Council debates convention center redesign

Dallas City Council voted to lower the proposed height of the city's new convention center, which could cause traffic headaches for Oak Cliff residents. FOX 4's Alex Boyer has more....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJun 25, 2026

City council considers plan to reroute traffic downtown

Wednesday morning, Dallas City Council members will vote on a plan to redesign the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, but it comes at a cost of traffic. Here's what we know....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJun 24, 2026

Bahama Buck’s now open in Argyle

A new sweet treat spot is now open, just in time for summer in southern Denton County. Popular shaved ice chain Bahama Buck’s cut the ribbon on its new location in Argyle Tuesday near the corner of FM 407 and Gateway Drive. Mayor Ron Schmidt and Argyle Municipal Development Distr...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jun 23, 2026

Flower Mound believes parking proposal will be a win for residents, town and businesses

A proposed parking ordinance in Flower Mound could reduce overall parking space while increasing efficiency and landscaping at the town’s businesses. Flower Mound’s Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of an ordinance Monday that would encourage shared parking in a...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jun 23, 2026

Dallas will decide on future of two bridges next week

Dallas City Council will vote next week on the future of two busy traffic patterns that run near the Kay Baily Hutchison Convention Center, and residents are pushing for the city to keep the viaducts the way they are. FOX 4's Lori Brown has more....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJun 19, 2026

Lewisville approves stricter regulations on data center applications

Data centers can now only be approved in Lewisville if they are given a special use permit. Lewisville City Council approved an ordinance Monday that requires any data center to apply for a special use permit, forcing them to appear before council to get approval. With many artif...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jun 19, 2026

Copper Canyon Mayor’s Column – June 2026

I hope everyone had a terrific Memorial Day weekend and celebration. This month’s column starts off reminding everyone of our annual July 4 Parade in Copper Canyon. This year will once again have all your favorites – burgers, hot dogs, corvettes, hot rod cars, everything you have...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jun 19, 2026