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City of Justin Update – October 2026
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 Denton County, with Senate race, local propositions on ballot
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...
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Mitchell: Do something for others this October
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...
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Legal Talk Texas: When can I use a power of attorney?
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...
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Watts: Celebrating Halloween in Denton
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 ...
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Johnson: What if we say no to planned development? What could come next?
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
Lantana’s Monster Mile brings community together for Halloween fun
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...
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What to consider when your home and finances are impacted by a natural disaster
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...
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Family care chain adds doctor’s office locations in Flower Mound, Harvest Town Center
A chain of primary care clinics is expanding its presence in southern Denton County, with plans to open three locations in the coming months. My Dr Now plans to open clinics in Flower Mound, Bartonville and Argyle. According to a filing with the state on Thursday, Oct. 1, the fam...
government
Travel with Terri on the Mardi Gras Train: A new Gulf Coast Amtrak journey
I boarded Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service with the same curiosity that fuels most of my travel writing—equal parts anticipation, nostalgia and a desire to understand how a place reveals itself when you slow down enough to notice. The Gulf Coast has always been a region defined by res...