Tarrant County turns blue as Democrats sweep all countywide seats
Tarrant County swung blue on Tuesday night as Democratic candidates swept all countywide races by roughly 15 points, electing Alisa Simmons as county judge over Tim O'Hare.
Tarrant County swung blue on Tuesday night as Democratic candidates swept all countywide races by roughly 15 points, electing Alisa Simmons as county judge over Tim O'Hare.
schools
After a band season consisting of early mornings, late nights and a lot of practice, Argyle High School marched home from San Antonio victorious, adding another state title to the trophy case. The Pride of Argyle High won its ninth state title at the 2026 UIL State Marching Band ...
Local
Denton County Auditor Jeff May recently announced his retirement, effective March 31, 2027, which completes eight years of service with the county and a combined service of 39 years in government accounting and finance....
business
A new Asian cuisine restaurant got a financial boost from the Town of Northlake ahead of its anticipated opening date. Northlake approved $35,000 in grants for Chef Lin’s Asian Kitchen at its Oct. 9 meeting under its pioneer grant program, which helps incentivize new businesses t...
schools
Residents looking to clear out old cellphones, laptops and other rechargeable electronics can dispose of them safely and free of charge during a lithium-ion battery recycling event Saturday, Nov. 14, at Guyer High School in Denton. The Pilot Knob Rotary Club is partnering with Ad...
government
Texas underwent a shocking political flip after Tuesday’s election results, and Denton County played a unique role. Southern Denton County voters unseated two Republican incumbents and favored Democrats in several marquee statewide races Tuesday, while keeping County Judge Andy E...
government
Double Oak voters rejected a proposal to allow alcohol sales Tuesday, dealing a setback to a planned grocery store development at FM 407 and Simmons Road. The measure failed with 1,020 votes against, or 55.62%, and 814 in favor, or 44.38%, following months of public debate. The o...
Local
Denton County could be in for a surprise if early voting results are an indication for the rest of the results. Democrats are nearly tied, if not leading, in many Denton County races as the first early voting results came in shortly after 7 p.m. In the Republican primary, United ...
News
Liberty Christian football was once again knocking on the door of a deep TAPPS Division I football playoff run, but an eligibility dispute has ended hopes of another state title. In a state executive committee hearing Tuesday, TAPPS ruled a Liberty Christian football player ineli...
Local
Southern Denton County sports fans accustomed to driving to Frisco, Dallas or Arlington for professional sports will soon have a hometown team to cheer for — and the Texas Scorpions want to make sure the experience extends well beyond the ice. The family-owned semi-professional h...
government
The Argyle ISD Board of Trustees started the process of putting its board back together again. Rich McDowell was approved as the board’s new president Monday, and Dr. Leona McDade was approved as the board’s new vice president. Frank Dixon was also approved as the board’s new sec...
government
The North Texas Commission recently hosted the 2026 North Texas Infrastructure Summit in Irving. The summit brings together transportation leaders, policymakers, and elected officials from across the state to discuss pressing transportation issues and policies affecting the regio...
government
On Tuesday, Denton County voters will help decide the fate of a closely watched U.S. Senate race , numerous federal, state and county contests, and local propositions affecting sales taxes and alcohol sales. Among the most prominent races is the U.S. Senate contest between Republ...
