The Cross Timbers Gazette

14/02/2025

Discover Strength Lantana is quickly changing the local fitness scene by offering a smarter, evidence-based, and more efficient way to work out—in a fraction of the time you might spend at a traditional gym or fitness center.

When you want to look and feel your best, it’s only natural to look to the nearest big-box gym or latest workout fad for help. But that takes a time commitment most busy people don’t have. Discover Strength Lantana is quickly changing the local fitness scene by offering a smarter, evidence-based...

13/02/2025

In an email to supporters, Brandon Gill urged people to sign a petition to deport the Democratic House member from Minnesota.

Brandon Gill, a new Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Flower Mound, recently emailed supporters a petition to deport Ilhan Omar, a controversial Democratic House member from Minnesota. “America would be a much better place if she were to be sent back to Somalia,....

13/02/2025

Habitat for Humanity of Denton County announced today that Troy Greisen has been named its new Chief Executive Officer. Bringing over 30 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Greisen’s background includes leadership roles with organizations such as Special Olympics and World Relief, as well as several local nonprofits in the DFW area and Denton County. For more information about Habitat for Humanity of Denton County and its work, visit habitatdentoncounty.org.

13/02/2025

This bond proposal is an $88 million reduction from the propositions in the May 2024 bond election that voters rejected.

The Argyle ISD Board of Trustees on Wednesday unanimously approved calling a $423 million bond election for May 3. Trustees approved the $423,170,000 proposal built by the community-led Argyle ISD Bond & Growth Planning Committee, according to a district news release. The bond package will be presen...

13/02/2025

Please Shop Local this 🥰

The Cross Timbers Gazette is a locally-owned and operated regional newspaper and website covering local news and people in southern Denton County, TX, including the towns and communities of Argyle, Bartonville, Copper Canyon, Double Oak, Flower Mound, Harvest, Highland Village, Justin, Lantana, Nort...

13/02/2025

The promises we make to ourselves at the beginning of each year are important – whether we pledge to become healthier, lose weight, make more memories with loved ones, or manage our time better.

As we head into February, don’t let those New Year resolutions fall by the wayside. The promises we make to ourselves at the beginning of each year are important – whether we pledge to become healthier, lose weight, make more memories with loved ones, or manage our time better. Often, all that i...

12/02/2025

New State Rep. Andy Hopper says he's responding to President Donald J. Trump's call to eliminate government inefficiencies and waste.

State Rep. Andy Hopper, District 64, announced Tuesday that he has filed a bill that would abolish the Texas Education Agency. “Since the creation of the Texas Education Agency in 1949, it has been responsible for overseeing public primary and secondary education in the State of Texas,” Hopper.....

12/02/2025

In November, voters rejected a 3-cent tax rate hike that would have covered the district’s $16 million budget deficit. Northwest ISD plans to call another tax rate election this year.

Northwest ISD announced Tuesday that it will lay off some employees and increase its class sizes next school year due to a lack of funding. In November, voters rejected a 3-cent tax rate hike that would have covered the district’s $16 million budget deficit, which it blames on the state government...

12/02/2025

H-E-B is also reportedly considering a different site, right across the street, in the city of Denton.

The town of Argyle is working with a developer to bring an H-E-B grocery store, Baylor Scott & White hospital and more to the west side of town. Last week, the Town Council held a joint workshop with the Planning & Zoning Commission and applicant/developer of the Heritage tract, 196 acres located on...

11/02/2025

Anyone who wants to run for local office must file this week if they haven't already.

Many local offices will be up for election this spring throughout southern Denton County, and potential candidates must file this week. The filing period for a place on the May 3, 2025 General Election ballot began in mid-January. The deadline to file for a place on the ballot is 5 p.m. Friday. The....

11/02/2025

Where will you live when you retire? It is a question that you — or your parents — might be thinking about. Even if you are madly in love with the home you have built your life in, there may come a time when you consider moving somewhere new.

It is a big decision — and mistakes could be costly. Here are tips from Bank of America on what to consider before you buy Where will you live when you retire? It is a question that you — or your parents — might be thinking about. Even if you are madly in love with […]

11/02/2025

As softball season gets underway, the programs of southern Denton County will likely once again demonstrate why the region is known for being such a hotbed of talent in the sport.

As softball season gets underway, the programs of southern Denton County will likely once again demonstrate why the region is known for being such a hotbed of talent in the sport. Two local teams had long playoff runs in 2024 and three more earned a playoff berth. The Guyer softball team is coming o...

10/02/2025

Weather permitting, construction is expected to be complete in about one month.

A new road construction project begins Monday that may disrupt some Flower Mounders’ commutes. F&F Concrete Construction crews are beginning to replace concrete panels on southbound Morriss Road, just before Forest Vista Drive, near the Children’s Courtyard daycare facility, according to a news ...

10/02/2025

Although staying at home may appear to be the most affordable option, hidden expenses can add up quickly, making senior living communities a more cost-effective and stress-free option.

Most older adults want to remain in their homes for as long as possible, which is understandable, however, the cost of doing so may be higher than you expect. While on the surface, staying at home may appear to be the most affordable option, hidden expenses can add up quickly, making senior living c...

10/02/2025

Seniors who opt for the Advantage Plan while in good health may find themselves with limited options should their health decline.

I knew it was “click bait,” but I was just too curious. I had to know what the link meant by the term “medigap trap.” Seniors can quickly become worried and overwhelmed by complicated information regarding Medicare, and my suspicion was that this link was meant to capitalize on that. I click...

09/02/2025

February is the month of LOVE and potatoes are a vegetable we LOVE, be it fried, baked or mashed.

By Ivy Summerfield February is the month of LOVE, the shortest month of the year, and in some years, it has an extra day which we refer to as Leap Year. Potatoes are a vegetable we LOVE, be it fried, baked or mashed. It can be harvested a day earlier on a Leap Year. So, […]

09/02/2025

Loving the next generation isn’t just about leaving an inheritance — it’s about leaving an impact.

Loving the next generations isn’t just about leaving an inheritance—it’s about leaving an impact. By investing in their growth, stability, and character, you ensure a legacy that lasts far beyond wealth alone. True wealth isn’t just about money—it’s about the values, wisdom, and opportun...

09/02/2025

There's been a significant nationwide surge in fake pills that are killing unsuspecting Americans at an unprecedented rate.

A Denton man was sentenced last week to 20 years in federal prison for his role in a fatal fentanyl overdose, announced Abe McGlothin, Jr., Acting U.S. Attorney in the Eastern District of Texas . Courtney Green, 28, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fen...