Southern Denton County Local News
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Themes chosen for 4 Flower Mound playgrounds
Town of Flower Mound staff have finalized playground themes for the four playgrounds to receive upgrades as part of this year’s town budget, according to the town. The playgrounds will join others in town parks with new themes, such as the Wild West-...
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Water line break repaired Wednesday in Double Oak
Some homes in Double Oak were without water Wednesday afternoon after a water main line break, according to the town of Double Oak. The Cross Timbers Water Supply Corporation informed the town before noon that crews were repairing the water line brea...
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Argyle Town Council member resigns
Todd Mankin, Argyle Town Council member for Place 4, has resigned. Last week, Mankin submitted a letter of resignation to the town staff and Town Council. "It is with deep honor and gratitude that I address you today to submit to you my formal resign...
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Double Oak schedules retirement celebration for town secretary
The town of Double Oak has scheduled a retirement celebration for its longtime town secretary. After nearly 17 years working for the town of Double Oak, Town Secretary Charlotte Allen has announced that she will retire on Feb. 1, according to a news...
Southern Denton County Life
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Fulfilling father’s legacy in the skies
By Henry Wall, Contributing Writer There have been many father/son legacies over the years. Dale Earnhardt, George...
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Foodie Friday: Palio’s Pizza Cafe in Highland Village
Palio's Pizza Cafe in Highland Village benefits from the well-known Palio's brand as well as from the excitement an...
Southern Denton County Schools
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10 Argyle High School Band members selected to All-State Band
Ten Argyle High School Band members have been selected to the All-State Band. After 28 AHS Band members auditioned...
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Denton ISD encourages kids of furloughed workers to apply for free lunch
Denton ISD students whose parent(s) are furloughed federal employees may be eligible for free or reduced meals. Den...
Southern Denton County Voices
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Weir: Vicki Carter — from tragedy to triumph
From time to time I come across personal stories of triumph from people in the area. One story comes to me from a w...
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Bryant: Taking a moment to look back before moving on
If there is ever an event that lets you know that your time in a office is coming to a close, having people file fo...
Southern Denton County Sports
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Roller derby kids stay on right track
Established in 2011, Rolling Rebellion is a nationally-ranked Junior Roller Derby team for kids ages 7-17 based in...
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Playoff runs ends for Argyle
Waco La Vega 31, Argyle 14 The season came to an end on Friday night for the Eagles who lost 31-14 to Waco La Vega...
Southern Denton County Business
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The effective financial plan requires an effective financial planner
Just like a good game plan starts with the right coach, the right financial planner makes all the difference. But,...
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For Leyva, fitness is serious business
Ah, yes. The proverbial annual New Year’s resolution: “I’m going to lose weight;” or “I’m going to get in better sh...
Featured Columnists
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Something to Muench on: Helping Our Kids Become Mindful
I think most of us would agree when we are in the midst of raising kids that life can get pretty busy and tiring. ...
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The Soapbox: Becoming Mrs. Mabel
When I punched in the code, the double French doors began to open. There was my mother waiting for me. “Where is sh...