Barker seeking new seat on Lewisville ISD Board of Trustees

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/19 9:48A Micah Pearce

As Lewisville ISD s Board of Trustees transitions into its single-member district system, candidates are filing for reelection, but for different seats. Dr. Staci Barker, who currently holds Place 7...

Deadline to pay Texas property taxes is Jan. 31, here's everything to know

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 1/19 7:25A Alexis Garcia

Heads up, homeowners, the deadline to pay for property taxes not already paid through escrow accounts or partial payment plans is Saturday, Jan. 31. Those who own property have until 11:59 p.m. to pay online, by phone, by mail, or in person to...

A new boba tea brand to open its second Texas location in Flower Mound

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/19 7:04A Micah Pearce

TeaCupFuls Boba Tea Shop plans to open its second Texas location at Long Prairie Plaza, a small shopping center along FM 2499. Started in Bend, Oregon in 2017, TeaCupFuls was inspired by founder Loana Perez s Vietnamese heritage and passion for...

Local students to be recognized at 33rd annual MLK Day celebration

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/19 5:59A Micah Pearce

The 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will be held at Marcus High School in Flower Mound Monday evening at 6 p.m. Flower Mound and the MLK of North Texas organization described the event as a free, civic, inter-faith event...

Does annual maintenance really help your furnace last longer?

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/18 9:00A Contributing Writer

It’s a fair question—and one a lot of homeowners quietly wonder about. If your furnace seems to be running fine, it’s easy to assume maintenance isn’t urgent. After all, no strange noises, no cold...

Eads: A bright future ahead for Denton County in 2026

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/18 1:01A Contributing Writer

A transformation has been unfolding over the years in Denton County and 2026 will be no different, as last year set the stage for reaching new heights.   We begin this year with the inaugural 70.3 Dallas-Little Elm Ironman competition scheduled...

Pastor’s Place: A resolution that actually lasts

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/17 6:00P Contributing Writer

By Charlie Ridenour, Senior Pastor, Oaks Chapel Bible Church January is the month of fresh starts. Gym memberships spike, planners get opened, and optimism is dangerously high. We post our resolutions, tell our friends, and then—somewhere around...

Bartonville Town Update – January 2026

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/16 6:59P Contributing Writer

As we step into 2026 with optimism and momentum, I’m happy to share some exciting updates and highlights from across our Town. Salvation Army Red Kettle Challenge: We were proud to support the Salvation Army Red Kettle Challenge again this...

What to expect at the 2026 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 1/16 4:10A Alanna Quillen

The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo officially kicks off on Friday, marking the start of a 23‑day celebration of Western heritage, agriculture, and community pride that has defined the city for 129...

Highland Village weighs ordinance change to allow drone delivery

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/16 2:00A Micah Pearce

Highland Village might soon follow in Lewisville s footsteps by allowing Walmart to use drones to deliver orders to local customers. City Council discussed plans with city staff, drone delivery operator Wing and a Walmart representative to amend...

Robson Ranch Rambler – January 2026

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/16 12:01A Contributing Writer

By Jay Vandenbree Resident Director Robson Ranch Denton HOA Now that the festive wrapping paper has been thrown away and the holiday hustle and bustle has officially quieted down, you might think it is time for the community to take a long...

Former North Texas school police officer faces child sex abuse charges

CBS Dallas-Ft. Worth 1/15 8:05A Steven Rosenbaum

A former police officer for Sanger ISD is in the Denton County Jail, facing four felonies for an alleged relationship with a district student. Israel Demello, 26, was charged with sexual assault of a child, sexual performance by a child,...

Let Fortitude Performance Physical Therapy help you get back in the game

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/14 9:00A Micah Pearce

After nearly a decade serving in U.S. Navy special operations, Zach Dixon learned early that performance isn’t accidental — it’s built through discipline, consistency and resilience under pressure. Those lessons now form the foundation of...

Justin looking for public input on Old Town Master Plan

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/14 6:23A Micah Pearce

As Justin enters the final adoption phase of its Old Town Master Plan and Regulatory Plan, the City has meetings planned where residents will have the chance to offer feedback. Starting with the Old Town Committee on Wednesday, the meeting will...

Texas Rangers players to make appearances at Krogers in southern Denton County

crosstimbersgazette.com 1/14 5:55A Micah Pearce

Each year, major league talents from the Texas Rangers hit the road to visit communities in North Texas as a way to engage with the club s fanbase. The team announced the 2026 stops on Wednesday morning, which includes two stops in southern...