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Stable — consistent level of discussion. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before, 2 the 90 before that.
The tax is a one-fourth of one percent sales tax used for street maintenance.
All residents benefit from improved street maintenance.
No groups negatively affected
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Hello Bartonville! I would like to thank Council Member Jim Roberts for his five years of dedicated service on the Bartonville Town Council. Jim resigned from Council due to increased professional responsibilities. His new position will require extensive travel and an unpredictable schedule over the next two years. Jim has been a strong advocate for […]
The town is planning a November election to reauthorize a sales tax for street maintenance. The item was delayed to ensure the ballot language is correct.
I am deeply humbled and honored that the people of Denton have once again chosen me to serve as their Mayor. My hope is that this election has put to rest the notion that one vote does not matter. The final margin was just 52 votes – a powerful reminder that every voice counts and […]
Flower Mound voters elected Planning and Zoning Commissioner Clare Harris to the Town Council Place 5 seat Saturday, defeating Susan Cox and Ethan Mitchell in a race that attracted a lot of attention. The officially nonpartisan contest drew notable political involvement. Cox was endorsed by the Denton County Republican Party, U.S. Rep. Brandon Gill (R-Flower […]
Voters across southern Denton County headed to the polls Saturday for local municipal and school board elections. Early, unofficial results from Denton County’s May 2 joint election show a mix of close races and commanding leads across southern Denton County, with turnout remaining low as ballots continue to be counted. Countywide turnout was reported at […]
Several closely watched races in Double Oak, Flower Mound, Highland Village and Lewisville ISD headlined Election Day results Saturday, as voters across southern Denton County weighed in on local leadership and school board representation. In Flower Mound, Chris Drew ran unopposed for Place 2 and received 3,271 votes. In the Place 5 council race, Clare […]
After a slow early voting period with low turnout, Saturday is the final opportunity for voters to cast ballots in local municipal and school board races across southern Denton County. Only about 8 percent of registered voters countywide showed up during early voting. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on May […]
Double Oak is often described as the kind of town where people move for peace of mind, quiet streets, familiar faces, and the comforting belief that someone, somewhere, is taking care of things. But that very trust may now be at the heart of a growing democratic deficit. In recent election cycles, residents of Double […]
As a former Mayor of Double Oak, I feel compelled to write this letter to set the record straight as we approach the critical election on May 2, 2026. Whoever wins the three council seats this election will be able to drive the town’s agenda for the ensuing twenty-four months and perhaps beyond. Much rhetoric […]
Tuesday is the last day to vote early in local southern Denton County elections. Voters will get the chance to decide on propositions from local municipalities, as well as representatives on school districts and city/town councils. If voters do not vote by the time polls close at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, their last chance will […]
Candidates discussed their approach to public service, transparency, and the influence of external groups on local elections.
Council members may attend a candidate forum. No official business will be conducted, but it's being treated as an open meeting for transparency.
Meet the candidates running for Flower Mound Town Council Place 5 Community Impact | News
The council nominated Buddy Bonner to fill a vacancy on the Denton Central Appraisal District Board.
A resident announced her candidacy for Town Council, signaling a potential contested election and bringing new perspectives to local governance.
The council approved the calling of the May general election and authorized joint elections with neighboring counties to streamline the process.
The Community Development Corporation held its annual election for key leadership positions. This ensures the organization has dedicated leadership to guide its operations and decision-making for the upcoming year.
The Community Development Corporation is electing its officers for the upcoming term. This is a standard governance procedure to ensure the leadership of the board is established.
Claire Harris announced her candidacy for Town Council, Place 5. This signals the start of the election cycle and encourages community engagement in local governance.
Front Page News Feed Posted on May 02, 2026 It’s election day, Flower Mound! On the ballot are Flower Mound...
Front Page News Feed Posted on May 02, 2026 The election results are in! The unofficial Town of Flower Mound...
If approved, the developer would be allowed to immediately resubmit a modified plan for the warehouse.
Allows for school facility improvement but requires mitigation for the removed trees.
The approval allows for the removal of three specimen trees, moving forward the conservation development project at Havenwood Phase 1.
Establishes residential development while complying with conservation district open space mandates.