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Lady Jaguars continue state tournament streak

For the third consecutive season, the Flower Mound girls golf team proved it belongs among Texas’ elite. The Lady Jaguars qualified again for the UIL Class 6A state tournament, continuing a run that has cemented Flower Mound as one of the top girls golf programs in the state. The...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 5, 2026

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Former Texas Congressman Bill Archer passes away at 98

Former U.S. Rep. Bill Archer, a staunch conservative who represented the Houston area in Congress for three decades and chaired the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, has died. He was 98....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 5, 2026

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Fire rips through large Flower Mound home Saturday night

A fire that started in an outdoor kitchen spread into the attic of a Flower Mound home Saturday night, prompting a two-alarm response and mutual aid from neighboring fire departments. The Flower Mound Fire Department was dispatched about 8:20 p.m. to a large home on Point De Vue ...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 5, 2026

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Carter BloodCare entices summer donors with gift cards, giveaways

Blood donations often dip during the summer, so Carter BloodCare is stepping up and offering some enticing thank-you incentives at a pair of southern Denton County donation sites. Carter BloodCare will offer a $50 e-gift card to any donors with the O negative blood type, as well ...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 5, 2026

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Dallas Weather: Severe storms move across metroplex ahead of triple-digit heat

North Texas residents are bracing for a tumultuous week of weather, starting with storm risks Sunday before shifting into a sweltering, humid game day Monday and culminating in the region's first triple-digit heat wave of the season....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 5, 2026

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Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026

The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest....

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

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Court says Satanism evidence was allowed in Texas death penalty case

A federal appeals court upheld a Texas death row inmate's sentence, finding that state courts did not unreasonably allow evidence of his affiliation with Satanism because it was relevant to “future dangerousness.”...

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

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City of Justin Update – July 2026

As we celebrate Independence Day this month, our hearts swell with pride knowing that 2026 launches America’s 250th anniversary, the Semiquincentennial, a profound milestone in the greatest story of human freedom ever told. For two and a half centuries, generations of brave Ameri...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 4, 2026

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Parker County helicopter crash leaves pilot injured

A pilot sustained minor injuries after a helicopter crashed into a tree while refueling at a private airstrip in Parker County on Friday afternoon.

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

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Bartonville Town Update – July 2026

Hello Bartonville! I hope everyone is enjoying the summer season and taking advantage of all that makes Bartonville such a wonderful place to live. As many of you have already noticed, Phase III of the E. Jeter Road Improvement Project is now underway. While these necessary impro...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 4, 2026

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Arlington celebrates 150 years on July 4

The city of Arlington is marking a major milestone this Fourth of July, celebrating a century and a half of history. The city's annual Independence Day is also one of the largest in the country....

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

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4th of July deals and freebies

Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.

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

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July 4th: What's open and closed

Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.

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

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Around Argyle – July 2026

Argyle is a very special community because of our engaged residents, dedicated volunteers and neighbors who care deeply about the future of our town. Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Child Safety Fair on June 6. Under the leadership of Police Chief Emmett Jac...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 4, 2026

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Huge crowd shows up for Kaboom Town 2026

Thousands of people were in attendance for Kaboom Town 2026 in Addison. FOX 4's Casey Stegall has more.

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

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FULL: 2026 Kaboom Town fireworks show

Watch the full fireworks show put on at Addison's Kaboom Town show from July 3, 2026.

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

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Edmondson: Celebrating 250 years of self-government

For the past two and a half centuries, we have been part of one of the greatest experiments – the concept and successful implementation of self-government – by the people for the people. It was a challenging time, archival historians remind us – a time when individuals in the 13...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 4, 2026

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Irving Sparks and Stripes fireworks celebration tonight

Fireworks, live entertainment and more are coming to Irving tonight for their Sparks and Stripes celebration. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 3, 2026

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Dallas County plans expunction expo

Dallas County is planning to hold an expunction expo to clear criminal records for select individuals. FOX 4's Shaun Rabb has more details on when and how to qualify....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 3, 2026

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Kaboom Town set to light up Addison skies

Addison's annual Kaboom Town fireworks show is set to light up the skies with its 4th of July fireworks show. FOX 4's Casey Stegall sets the stage for tonight's activities....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 3, 2026

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Remembering the greatest freedom this Independence Day

This Saturday, July 4, our country will celebrate its 250th birthday. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which includes the following words: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that the...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 3, 2026

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July 4th deadly Texas floods, one year later

It's been one year since floodwaters swept through Central Texas over the July 4th weekend, claiming the lives of more than 130 people.

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 3, 2026

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Texas military installations contribute $148B to state's economy, report says

Texas is home to 14 military installations representing the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force, along with the National Guard and reserve components. According to the report, these bases combine to add 212,541 direct jobs and support 628,884 jobs indirectly....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 3, 2026

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July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US

On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S....

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 3, 2026

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July 4th Fireworks 2026 in Dallas-Fort Worth

Here’s a list of Fourth of July 2026 festivals, fireworks shows, parades and other events happening in North Texas to celebrate Independence Day.

FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — NewsJul 3, 2026

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Johnson: Planning for the future while preserving what makes Double Oak special

As summer arrives in Double Oak, many of us are enjoying a slower pace, spending time with family, taking vacations or simply enjoying the longer days. While residents are making summer plans, Town staff and the Town Council are beginning work on something that will shape the com...

Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)Jul 3, 2026