05/18/2021
05/18/2021
Local News for Denton, Texas
05/18/2021
05/18/2021
Not so fast, CDC: Denton City Hall to discuss mask rules for city properties
After Denton staff members planned to remove the mask requirement at city facilities following the release of new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for vaccinated people, interim City Manager Sara Hensley stopped that directive at the urging of… Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Blotter: Target theft suspect was repeat offender, staff reported
Target staff claim a woman who is accused of stealing from the store Sunday has previously stolen hundreds of dollars in merchandise, according to a police report. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Sheriff’s Office calls mostly go to unincorporated Denton County
While large cities and small towns in Denton County have their localized police and fire departments to respond to emergencies, unincorporated parts of the county rely on county services as well as services from neighboring municipalities. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
10 more Denton County residents confirmed dead of COVID-19
Data included in the chart below is from Denton County Public Health, which estimated 3,224 county residents were still actively infected with the coronavirus Monday. Data for the rolling average chart below comes from DCPH and an analysis from the… Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Not so fast, CDC: Denton City Hall to discuss mask rules for city properties
After Denton staff members planned to remove the mask requirement at city facilities following the release of new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for vaccinated people, interim City Manager Sara Hensley stopped that directive at the urging of… Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
City of Denton, TX – City Hall: As of May 17, …
As of May 17, 2021, the City of Denton is accepting applications for 2021 Boards and Commissions. Residents interested in making a difference in their community are encouraged to apply. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Denton Chamber of Commerce: Applications for Leadership Denton …
Applications for Leadership Denton close THIS WEEK! Leadership Denton offers a learning experience for established and emerging leaders who live or work in the Denton area. If you think you have what it takes, submit your application now! #LD37 Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Mutha-Falcon’s Diya Craft Finds Strength in Standing Out
Diya Craft fronts Denton band Mutha-Falcon, a punk-fusion outfit that mixes funk and hip-hop while keeping a solid foundation in punk rock music. The band’s frontwoman is just as multifaceted. Read the rest of the article on dallasobserver.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
New CDC mask guidelines spark adaptation, frustration from some local business owners
Thursday’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announcement that fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks or socially distance in most situations forced quick adaptation from local business owners, some of whom said they’re frustrated by the agency’s… Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
Blotter: Woman arrested after allegedly refusing to pay, leave towing company without her car
A 24-year-old woman whose car was towed by Pro Tow Wrecker Service Denton refused to leave the business without it early Tuesday, according to a police report. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
Everybody knows Mindy
GZA from Wu-Tang Clan smiles from a framed photo on a gray wall, his arm around a 5-foot-9 woman with blue roots and shoulder-length curls. To the left, the same woman poses with 50 Cent in a 4-by-6 snapshot nestled… Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
DCTA moving closer to on-demand GoZone service that replaces buses with vans
The Denton County Transportation Authority shared the latest details Tuesday on its upcoming on-demand transit service, GoZone, which will replace many of its fixed bus routes and services with over two dozen vans in hopes of expanding coverage areas, times… Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
Denton County students close in on careers following Wednesday job offers
Four students walked away from a Wednesday morning presentation at Denton High School with brighter job prospects after participating in the HVAC dual-credit program through North Texas Central College. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
UNT lifts outdoor mask requirement; TWU, NCTC stay the course
University of North Texas President Neal Smatresk on Friday announced that masks no longer would be required on the Denton campus when outside. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
Consensus sought to replace Denton City Council’s 1-minute pitch system
Denton City Council member Deb Armintor will ask for a work session on Tuesday to consider eliminating the 1-minute pitch – a method created by fellow member Paul Meltzer to streamline elected officials’ requests for staff time. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
Catherine Clifton named interim city attorney
Denton City Council members on Tuesday appointed Catherine Clifton interim city attorney to succeed Aaron Leal, who is leaving for a position in Royal Oak, Michigan. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
14 more Denton County residents confirmed dead of COVID-19
Data included in the chart below is from Denton County Public Health, which estimated 3,327 county residents were still actively infected with the coronavirus Wednesday. Data for the rolling average chart below comes from DCPH and an analysis from the… Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
UNT regents approve two new degrees
University of North Texas students will now be able to pursue additional degrees in business administration and critical studies of music. Read the rest of the article on dentonrc.com READ MORE.05/16/2021