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Shop tax-free in southern Denton County this weekend
Summary by Flower Mound News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Micah Pearce , as published by Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This exemption will be in place from August 7 to 9.
Residents in southern Denton County can look forward to a break from sales tax on certain items. This exemption will be in place from August 7 to 9. Local shoppers may find this a good time to make purchases, especially with the back-to-school season approaching.
The NFIB Texas organization is supporting this effort, highlighting the benefits of shopping at small businesses. These businesses play a significant role in the local economy. Further information about the tax-free weekend is available from the Cross Timbers Gazette, including details on which items are exempt from sales tax.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Residents in southern Denton County can look forward to a break from sales tax on certain items. This exemption will be in place from August 7 to 9. Local shoppers may find this a good time to make…
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