Denton County is well known across the state for working closely with creating examples for future generations our entities to deal with growth. With the rapid growth we have experienced comes the need to expand services for our residents. Nothing shows growth as quickly as the traffic we see on our roads every day to…
Recently, we were grateful for the opportunity to recognize Scouts Victoria Myers and Nathan Danforth during Denton County Commissioners Court for their contributions to recent restoration efforts at the historic Black Champion-Macedonia Cemetery in Lewisville. Victoria is a senior at Townview School for the Talented and Gifted in Dallas and is a Girl Scout on…
As a new year begins, we look ahead with the knowledge of all we have learned the years before, giving us yet another opportunity to apply lessons learned to the days and months ahead. While not one to rely on resolutions, I do believe in all of us resolving to make lives better for all…
In keeping with our own tradition, we are continuing the 12 Days of Gratitude message, changed up a bit from the 12 Days of Christmas poetic style. With this bit of reflection, gratitude, and giving thanks, we hope it will spur others to come up with a list of things for which they are grateful…
Each year, United Way of Denton County compiles a snapshot of needs across our county that helps all of us realize just how much we have grown and how we can work together to address the needs of some of our residents. Let us first start with the fast-paced growth we have experienced. In 2010,…
Every year, September is the month when everyone’s schedule is packed full after a summer of vacation days and time away from school or work. September seems to be when we begin thinking of football games, pumpkin spice, upcoming holidays, and the busyness of both our work and home lives. And that is understandable. But…
Lovepacs Lewisville was named the 2022 Nonprofit of the Year during the 17th annual Unity Luncheon at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lewisville. Lovepacs Lewisville, one of 10 chapters of the regional nonprofit, provides meals to students who would otherwise go hungry during school holidays. With another school year starting on Aug. 9 in the…
The month of July is typically a vacation month for many families across our region, oftentimes for a family reunion or a fun trek to Disney World where they can make memories that last a lifetime. Families can have a staycation by spending time together around an outdoor family cookout, enjoying time at one of…
May is Mental Health Month in Denton County – the perfect time to highlight how important this issue is to us at the Denton County Commissioners Court. With one in five adults having a diagnosable mental health condition and only half of Denton County parents aware of mental health services in their community, the need…
Each year, I have the privilege of spending time with disadvantaged and special needs children, their siblings, and caregivers at annual events at the Circle R Ranch. Sounds of laughter and glee fill the air as these children spend a day enjoying everything from horseback riding, crafts, hayride, a petting zoo, food, and more. Nothing…