It has long been one of my goals to preserve relatively untouched portions of Denton County land as open space for public use as we continue to see significant growth in the coming years. As one of the fastest-growing counties in the U.S., Denton County’s open space is dwindling at a rapid pace. By 2045,…
Sowing seeds in April, known for many showers in North Texas, can indeed bring May flowers, as the popular saying goes in a short poem written in 1157 by Thomas Tusser. From the bountiful Texas bluebonnets to the bright hues of the Texas Indian paintbrush, the native flowers bloom along many Texas highways and fields…
As we prepare for the spring, in Texas we also prepare for the spring storms. As a state, we are well known for having the most recorded tornadoes, likely due to our size. An estimated 130-150 tornadoes touch down on Texas farmlands, in cities and in neighborhoods across our large state each year. While they…
As we begin a brand new year – 2023, it is the perfect opportunity to reflect on just a few of our major accomplishments in the past 12 months. In 2022, Denton County: Continued Conversations: Debuted the Denton County Mayors Council monthly to discuss ongoing issues among the many communities within Denton County. Planned for…
The holidays are a special time of year when we spend time and make memories with family and friends. It’s a time to be thankful for all we have and how fortunate we are to live in Denton County, Texas. Our children attend the best schools and universities; our communities provide safe, secure neighborhoods and…
At this time of year, we see the arrival of fall with cooler temperatures, getting together to enjoy football Friday night lights, and planning for the upcoming holidays. October is also the start of a new fiscal year for Denton County. Denton County continues to face the challenges that fast growth brings. Every day, around…
Law enforcement is facing some of the toughest challenges to date as many departments see fewer hires, increased resignations and significantly more retirements. In a study conducted by the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), law enforcement agencies experienced a 5 percent decrease in hiring rates, an 18 percent increase in resignation rates, and a 45…
As Denton County’s population continues to grow, preserving space for parks and open spaces becomes more important for many reasons – health, quality of life, and economic and environmental well-being. While we are fortunate to have LLELA and other parks surrounding our three lakes – Ray Roberts, Lewisville, and Grapevine – as well as more…
I’ve always been an advocate for volunteering. Spending time in service to others is an important part of life, a lesson imparted to my children, friends, and even graduating seniors. But what really brought the importance of volunteers to the forefront was the thousands of individuals that helped our Medical Reserve Corps during the pandemic….
February is known as American Heart Month – a month to focus on heart wellness as well as matters of the heart with Valentine’s Day and National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Celebrated since the 14th Century, Valentine’s Day has served as an annual reminder to reflect on those with whom we share love and…