Clint Bedsole: From Foster Care, the Military to Local Small Business Owner
Is the Texas House of Representatives next? Clint Bedsole overcame some serious challenges in his early years to become a successful small businessman, husband and father, and community leader. Today, he wants to help make lives better for members of…Read More
Aubrey ISD Elementary Celebrates 100 Days of School
Information and photos provided by Amy Ruggini Aubrey ISD celebrated its 100th day of school on Friday, February 9, 2018. Many of the elementary students and teachers dressed up for the occasion. Throughout the week, the students created artwork and…Read More
The 2018 Denton County Master Gardener Association
Denton County Master Gardener Association’s annual plant sale will held April 28th, 2018 from 900 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. (or sell-out) at Trinity United Methodist Church, 633 Hobson Lane, Denton. This year’s sale features Texas Superstars®, Texas natives, tough-as-nails perennials,…Read More
Do I Still Need Life Insurance Once I Retire? Your Questions Answered
Do I need life insurance once I retire? Just because you’re retired doesn’t necessarily mean you’re financially sound. Think of all the different scenarios that may still be applicable: You may have been required to retire early; you may have…Read More
Brasov, Romania- A Place of Legends
You might not have heard of Brasov, and if so, you are not alone. Snuggled tightly in the Carpathian Mountains, almost smack dab in the center of Romania, this town is located in Transylvania, a region of legends. The most…Read More
Endowment Established in Memory of TWU Student
By Deanna W. Titzler | Community
DENTON, TX – Jaqueline Rae Vandagriff’s life was cut short 19 months ago, but her memory will live on through an endowment established by her friends and family at Texas Woman’s University. The 24-year old junior, who was a lifelong vegetarian and animal lover, was studying nutrition at TWU. The fund will commemorate her life by supporting an internship in…Read More
CASA of Denton County Shoots for Another Great Year Ahead
By 380news | Sports
DENTON, TX – The 18th Annual Pulling for Kids Sporting Clay Tournament, has benefited CASA of Denton County since its inception in 2001. Since then, Pulling for Kids has raised over 1 million dollars towards services for children who have been victims of abuse or neglect in Denton County. In 2017, with the combined support of sponsors, donors, in-kind supporters,…Read More
Aubrey ISD Announces 2018 AHS Valedictorian and Salutatorian
By 380news | Education
Aubrey High School has named Will Dow as valedictorian and Jarom Larman as salutatorian for the Class of 2018. The valedictorian is the senior with the highest cumulative grade point average. The salutatorian is the senior with the second-highest cumulative GPA. “We are very proud of these two young men and the entire class of 2018,” Aubrey ISD Superintendent Dr.…Read More
Aubrey High School Student Builds Family Keepsake
By Amy Ruggini | Education
AUBREY ISD, TX – On a visit to his grandparents’ farm in Nebraska over the summer, GW Stander found some pieces of old wood lying around the pasture. The Aubrey High School student and FFA member thought he could reuse the wood and create something for an FFA agricultural mechanics project. GW decided to go on his own and build a tailgate bench and table to compete at upcoming livestock shows. For the last two years, GW had worked on team projects with classmates, building the grey trailer outside the…Read More
Summer Programming Fills Need for Meaningful Activity
By 380news | Prosper
PROSPER, TX – Prosper’s Parks and Recreation has the perfect answer for the yearly question that vexes many parents as summer approaches – “What are the kids going to do once school is out?” There is no need to fret, as the department has put together a full complement of programs that challenge both the minds and bodies of restless youngsters, and they’re all right here in Prosper. Affordable, engaging and challenging activities, both indoor and outdoor, are designed to appeal to kids of all ages and interests, and fall…Read More
Recreational Anglers Will Receive the Longest Red Snapper Season in Recent Years
By 380news | Texas
HOUSTON, TX – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) have agreed upon a modified version of the Red Snapper Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP), securing a red snapper season for 2018. Under the EFP, recreational anglers fishing from private vessels will have an 82-day season in federal waters and a 365-day season in state waters off the coast of Texas. Charter for-hire (CFH) vessels are not included in the EFP, therefore recreational anglers fishing on a charter trip will have roughly a 50-day season in…Read More
Habitat for Humanity Announces Merger: North Collin County and South Collin County Now One Stronger Organization
By 380news | Metro
Together Habitat for Humanity of Collin County will serve more families and engage more of the community for housing change. McKINNEY, TX – North Collin County Habitat for Humanity (NCC Habitat) and Habitat for Humanity of South Collin County (HFH of SCC) announced today they have merged to form one united, stronger organization aimed at providing af fordable housing options to low and moderate income families in Collin County. Together, they will serve Collin County providing New Home Construction and Home Repair services to qualifying families earning below median incomes…Read More
Denton County Reports Thirteenth Influenza-Associated Death
By 380news | Metro
DENTON COUNTY, TX – Denton County Public Health (DCPH) is reporting the thirteenth influenza associated death, an adult in Denton County, for the 2017-2018 f lu season. “Positive flu cases have been declining within Denton County since mid-February, but this recent f lu death illustrates the illness can still be a serious health risk,” states Juan Rodriguez, DCPH Assistant Director and Chief Epidemiologist. DCPH influenza surveillance reports indicate a steady decline in influenza activity since Week 7, week ending February 17th. The most recent surveillance report reflects low influenza activity…Read More
May Events at Hagerman National Wildlife Park
By 380news | Community
Early Bird Guided Walk Saturday, May 12, 2018, 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Master Naturalist Jack Chiles will lead the Early Bird walk for May, weather permitting. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Return in time for the Second Saturday program. Second Saturday – Trees Saturday, May 12, 2018, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Our speaker, Dr. George Diggs’s areas of work are with plants and trees of Texas, the relationship between human and plant evolution, and evolution in extreme environments. Dr. Diggs is Research Associate…Read More
Aubrey High School Student Competes at State Gymnastics Competition
By Amy Ruggini | Sports
AUBEY ISD, TX – Aubrey High School freshman Sarah Auer competed at the Texas USA Gymnastics Level 7 State Championships at Metroplex Gymnastics in Allen on April 7 and 8. She placed first in the vault, becoming the USAG Texas Level 7 vault champion and finished second in the all-around competition and the bars event. She advances to the Region…Read More
Music Academy Welcomed to the Area with a Ribbon Cutting
By Jim Manning | Aubrey
Scott Tucker of the Music Academy celebrated the opening of their new location with a ribbon cutting. They were welcomed to the area by the Aubrey 380 Area Chamber of Commerce. During the opening event they provided musical entertainment by several of their talented musicians. They are located at 8800 US Highway 380 in Crossroads, TX. To learn more about…Read More