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06/12/2024

Good evening, I wanted remind everyone, Do Not Click on These Links. We delete and ban the people posting these Scams. However, we do miss one or two, from time to time. So if you see one of these, please report the comments.

06/12/2024

Breaking News out of Gainesville…

A small plane is down just NW of the Gainesville airport. Police reports the plane went down behind a residence at 926 County Road 404. Reports of two occupants onboard at the time of the crash. Police reports one fatality and another person being airlifted to a DFW Hospital.

Flight records indicate the plane departed Denton Executive Airport at 7:48 pm with a scheduled arrival at Gainesville Airport at 8:44pm. Airplane was a Cessna 172 fixed wing single engine aircraft.

The plane is registered to a flight school in Denton.

Photos courtesy of William S.

06/12/2024

From the Denton Police Department…

POLICE PRESENCE | There is currently a police presence in the 3800 block of S. IH-35 E, while officers investigate a disturbance call. There is not an ongoing threat to the public, but please avoid the area if possible while our officers work to resolve the situation.

06/12/2024

Update: Second Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting

Denton Police Department Media Release

UPDATE – DENTON, TX, June 11, 2024 – A second man has been arrested for Murder as the Denton Police Department continues to investigate a deadly shooting that occurred May 25.

On May 25, the male driver of a pickup truck was parked in the 3200 block of W. Windsor Drive. Detectives determined that three men – Zachary Lowe, 34; Riley Clowers, 24; and River Williams, 25 – approached the truck and forced the driver to the ground at gunpoint. Williams then entered the passenger side of the truck with a firearm.

The investigation revealed that the driver got into the truck again and attempted to drive away with Williams still inside. During a struggle for the gun, both the driver and Williams were shot.

Williams was pronounced deceased on scene, and his identity was later released by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office. The driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Detectives determined that Lowe and Clowers committed the offense of Murder because they both presented weapons during the commission of an aggravated assault, and Williams died during the commission of that assault.

Lowe, of North Richland Hills, was arrested for Murder in Saginaw on Tuesday afternoon with the assistance of the North Texas and East Texas US Marshals Fugitive Task Force. He is currently in the City of Denton Jail, with bond not yet set.

Clowers, who was previously arrested on May 25 for Murder, remains in the Denton County Jail on a $100,000 bond.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call Detective Logan Miller at (940) 349-8156. To anonymously report a tip, please call Denton County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-388-TIPS (8477) or visit www.dentoncountycrimestoppers.com.

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06/11/2024

From the City of Pilot Point….

Are you almost done assessing damage, and ready to get started on storm recovery?

Just a note: we are waiving permit fees for storm-related damage through July. You still need to obtain a permit from the Development Services department, but we'll take care of the fee for you! Contact the Permits Department for further information.

See the latest on our severe weather cleanup process: https://www.cityofpilotpoint.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=328

06/11/2024

Our forecast discussion …,
A low pressure system impacting Denton County will bring continued shower and thunderstorms this afternoon through Wednesday. Some storms will be strong or severe with threats for hail up to 1 inch in diameter, winds of 50-60 mph, and heavy rain causing flooding. Wednesday will be a warmer day with high temperatures reaching the upper 80s.

06/11/2024

From the Krum Firefighters Association …

With the temps increasing, we are seeking donations for bottled water, sports drinks, and liquid IV to keep our firefighters hydrated. All donations can be dropped off at the fire station located at 400 N First ST, Krum, TX 76249. Thank you for everyone's support! Krum Fire Department

06/11/2024

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06/10/2024

This came from our group page…Be careful, if someone calls wanting cash, best to hang up.

“The phone scammers are getting dangerous. Got a call today from "Denton Sheriff's Department " for my failed jury duty. They knew my DOB, address, and maiden name. ( I didn't confirm any of it) they wanted me to go to my "financial institution " and get the $9,000 cash to take to the sheriff's Department to handle my case. They wanted me to stay on the phone and let them know exactly where I was going to get the cash. That's my red flag and hung up. I have a sick feeling they are calling people and following them to the bank then attacking them. Yes I called the real Sheriff's department and let the know. Please be careful. They didn't want my bank number or credit card number.”

06/10/2024

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Lauren Estes, Adele Petty, Lake Lewisville, Becky White, Deanne Tipton Negahnquet, Candy Barrett Harrison, Robert Oliver, Carley Nicole Laakea Suarez, Robert Contreras, Alyssa Thomas

06/07/2024

Have you heard? Tips that led to the arrest of an individual off the Denton County Most Wanted Offender or Most Wanted S*x Offender list now pays double!

That means you can remain anonymous and earn $2,000.00 when your tip leads to an arrest. Take a few seconds and see if any of these individuals look familiar.

06/07/2024

Lewisville- Medics and Dive Team are responding to a person who is struggling keeping a boat upright near the Lewisville Boat Ramp. Dispatched at 8:24am.

06/07/2024

Child found safe..

URGENT….

An AMBER Alert has been issued for 4-year-old Dominic Burgos at the request of the Denton Police Department.

Dominic has brown hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what he is wearing.

Dominic is believed to be with his mother, 40-year-old Selena Grasty, who is the non-custodial parent. They are possibly traveling in a gray 2015 Dodge Dart sedan with license plate # TKK5531.

They were last known to be in Denton on June 3 in the area of 3800 block of Canyon Verde Lane.

Please call 911 if you see Dominic or Grasty.

06/06/2024

❗️UPDATE: NEW DATES/HOURS OF OPERATION❗️

Disaster Recovery Center & Small Business Loan Administration:
For at least 30 days, starting today, June 5, 2024
7:00 AM- 7:00 PM

Multi-Agency Resource Center
Friday, June 7, 2024 & Saturday June 8, 2024: 7:00AM- 7:00PM
Sunday, June 9, 2024: 1:00PM- 6:00PM
Have you or anyone you know been impacted by the recent severe weather?

Denton County's Multi-Agency Resource Center/Disaster Recovery Center is officially open! The MARC/DRC is located at Butterfield Elementary, 291 Indian Lane, Sanger TX, 76266 and will be open until 7:00 PM.

Affected residents will be able to receive assistance in filing Individual Assistance claims with FEMA, the Small Business Loan Administration (SBA), and many other services provided by local non-profit organizations.

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06/06/2024

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06/05/2024

From the City of Hickory Creek…

RESCINDED Boil Water Notice: West of I35 in Hickory Creek
LCMUA has taken the necessary corrective actions to restore the quality of the water distributed by this public water system used for drinking water or human consumption purposes and has provided TCEQ with laboratory test results that indicate that the water no longer requires boiling prior to use as of June 5, 2024.

06/05/2024

Great job DFD.

Denton firefighters saved two boys who were stranded in the flooded Greenbelt Corridor near U.S. 380 and Sherman Drive on Tuesday night.

06/05/2024

You can follow the DFD as they try to locate 2 bicyclists that are stranded on the Greenbelt between 380 and Sherman. High water and darkness are not friendly during a rescue situation. You can listen on our YouTube Channel or our Denton Scanner Live page

06/05/2024

Both people were found and are safe….

Denton- DFD trying to locate 2 bicyclists that are stranded on the Greenbelt between 380 and Sherman. High water and darkness are not friendly during a rescue situation. Crews have them triangulated using what3words app and are converging from both directions.
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06/03/2024

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Lauren Estes, Tami Newmiller, LeAnn Kirby Flowers, Lisa D. Fair, Adele Petty, Crystal Wilcox, Holly Laurel Lozano, Christy Belz, Rae Payne Kubiak, Amy Griffith

06/03/2024

Very sad news….

Former All-Pro offensive lineman Larry Allen has died, according to the Dallas Cowboys.

The team shared the update on social media Monday, adding Allen died the previous day while vacationing with his family in Mexico. He was 52 years old.

“The Dallas Cowboys are very saddened to share that Cowboys legend, Super Bowl Champion, Cowboys Ring of Honor member and Pro Football Hall of Famer Larry Allen passed away suddenly while on vacation in Mexico with his family on Sunday. Larry, known for his great athleticism and incredible strength, was one of the most respected, accomplished offensive linemen to ever play in the NFL. His versatility and dependability were also signature parts of his career. Through that, he continued to serve as inspiration for many other players, defining what it meant to be a great teammate, competitor and winner.

He was deeply loved and cared for by his wife, Janelle – whom he referred to as his heart and soul – his daughters Jayla and Lariana and son, Larry III.

The Jones family and the Cowboys extend their deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the Allen family and grieve along with the many other friends and Cowboys teammates that also loved Larry.

Memorial service arrangements and details will be announced in the near future.”

A six-time All-Pro who was inducted into the Pro Football of Hall of Fame in 2013, Allen said few words but let his blocking do the talking.

“The National Football League is filled with gifted athletes, but only a rare few have combined the size, brute strength, speed and agility of Larry Allen,” the Hall of Fame said in a statement. “What he could do as an offensive lineman often defied logic and comprehension.”

06/03/2024

Just a few showers left over from the line that passed through. It did cool the temps down. There is a low chance that storms that fire along the dryline in west Texas could make their way East to the DFW area after 3am overnight. The chance is less than 20%. Then the heat builds in later this week.

06/03/2024

Still looking at sub-severe winds, latest observation out of Denton is 38 MPH and this trend with gusty winds will continue. Lightning and rainfall rates up to 1 inch an hour will be the other concerns. Flash flooding potential is looking relatively low, but certainly keeping an eye on it with our highly saturated soils across the area.

06/03/2024

Another day, another round of storms! There is currently a line of storms along I-40 in Oklahoma that has released an outflow boundary. This boundary may serve as the focus for afternoon storms across our area. Additionally, a few storms may develop east of I-35, separate from the line of storms currently in OK. Both areas may experience severe storms with damaging winds and large hail the main threats. Also, given the saturated soils, any rain will quickly runoff, increasing the risk of flash flooding. As a reminder, we won’t get much of a heads before a watch is issued by SPC (Storm Prediction Center). Once they issue a mesoscale discussion, that’ll be our heads up that one may be in the works.

For this evening & tonight, a dryline will set up across West Texas with a complex of storms expected to develop once again.

06/03/2024

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be possible once again through Monday afternoon as leftover boundaries trigger additional development. Some of these storms could be severe, mainly for large hail and damaging winds. Flooding is a concern later this afternoon and evening with any storms.

06/03/2024

Good evening, the Storm Prediction Center has now have Denton County under a Slight Risk for Severe Thunderstorms tomorrow, Monday, June 3rd. This appears to be a late evening and overnight Monday into Tuesday overnight.

06/02/2024

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06/02/2024

Wind surge signature currently showing up over Lake Lewisville. 50-60 mph gusts will likely impact The Colony, Lewisville, and Highland Village in the next 10 minutes.

06/02/2024

Severe thunderstorm is covering Denton County until 5:15pm