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Les Cockrell: Sanger library plans free programs this week

The Sanger Public Library will offer free programs on landscaping and scrapbooking this week, according to an announcement from the library.

One killed, two injured in one-vehicle accident

One person died at the scene of a one-vehicle accident on FM455 at Dyer Road on Thursday morning and two others were injured.

Les Cockrell: Take a Soldier Fishing event offered at lake

The Take a Soldier Fishing event will return to the Isle du Bois Unit of Ray Roberts Lake State Park this weekend, and area residents are invited to attend activities Saturday.

Official resigns from office

In one short paragraph in a letter to County Judge Mary Horn, Kenneth Jannereth resigned Monday as Precinct 5 constable.

Residents report voting glitches

As early voting in the primary election began Monday, some area residents have expressed concerns over their voter registration cards.

Hollar wins Pilot Point mayor’s seat by 3 votes

It was a close race for mayor in Pilot Point as two-term council member Pete Hollar defeated Mark Foster, who has served on both the City Council and the school board, by three votes.

Les Cockrell: Post offers ‘Field of Honor’ event

Members of American Legion Riders Post 71 have announced a “Field of Honor” of U.S. flags to pay tribute to past or present veterans.

County expects robust election

Denton County elections officials expect a busy Saturday since early voting turnout was relatively strong, according to Frank Phillips, elections administrator.

Where to vote

Area City and School Board Elections

Sanger council approves tax break

Sanger City Council members Monday night unanimously approved a tax abatement for a gasoline distribution center planned by Denton Terminal LLC.

Sanger City Council members will consider tax abatements tonight for a proposed gasoline distribution center. Officials say Denton Terminal LLC’s development will bring more than $100,000 in tax revenue to the city and take the development off FM2164, where residents had voiced strong opposition to the 51-acre center.

Les Cockrell: Natives, exotics highlight annual spring garden tour

Seven gardens, both public and private, will be featured on the Denton County Master Gardener Association’s 2012 Spring Garden Tour.

Les Cockrell: Park presents activity options

Families searching for outdoor activities on Saturday will find several options at Ray Roberts Lake State Park.

Ten-year-old Meghan Pearce organized a food drive at L.A. Nelson Elementary School in Denton that resulted in a generous donation to a local food pantry.

Les Cockrell: Student’s food drive brings in substantial haul

A food drive organized by a fourth-grader at L.A. Nelson Elementary School in Denton has resulted in a generous donation to the Singing Oaks Church of Christ food pantry. Meghan Pearce, 10, came up with the idea on her own, said her mother, Ivon Pearce.

Les Cockrell: School plans run/walk fundraiser to aid camp

The Erick Gutierrez Legacy run, a 5-kilometer run/walk with a fun run for children, is planned for Saturday at Guyer High School

Charity event to honor teenager

ARGYLE — A charity event will be held this weekend to honor an Argyle teen remembered as a “gentle giant” who didn’t say much but had an impactful presence.

Area official loses license

A Denton County criminal court judge ordered Constable Kenneth Jannereth to surrender his peace officer’s license Monday after the 2nd Court of Appeals in Fort Worth denied Jannereth’s appeal on a criminal conviction.

Les Cockrell: Trashy fashion show set today at library

Denton’s North Branch Library will have its first Trashy Fashion Show Earth Day event at 7 p.m. today, according to an announcement from the library.

Sanger cleanup slated

The annual Keep Sanger Beautiful cleanup event is planned for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Sanger City Park.

Sanger High School sophomore Paige Scribner, center, plays a game about rumors with fourth-graders at a Beautiful You presentation at Clear Creek Intermediate School on Wednesday in Sanger.

Beautiful opportunity

Les Cockrell: Society slates car wash, cookout

Good Samaritan Society Denton Village will have a car wash and cookout from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday as part of its capital campaign kickoff.

Aubrey hopefuls vie for 2 seats

AUBREY — Candidates share concerns about the city’s debt and operating expenses as two sets squared off for City Council seats in Place 2 and Place 5.

Les Cockrell: Hospital plans free seminar Tuesday

A free seminar for caretakers, family members and loved ones of people who suffer from dementia will be offered from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Select Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton, 2620 Scripture St.

Family, friends recall student

Family and friends will gather at 5 p.m. today at Midway Baptist Church in Aubrey to remember 18-year old Ryan Blakely White.

History figures in Sanger race

One candidate is a newcomer; the other served three terms and sat out one. But both care about preserving Sanger’s historic core.

Les Cockrell: Wine and cheese membership drive planned

The Friends of the Denton Public Libraries organization will have its annual wine and cheese membership drive reception from 6:30 to 8 p.m. today at Emily Fowler Central Library, 502 Oakland St.

City races heat up in Pilot Point

PILOT POINT — Nearly four years of pent-up political energy has filled the 2012 municipal ballot.

A massive wall of clouds is seen on the east side of Denton as severe weather blows through Denton County on Tuesday afternoon.

Officials offer storm safety tips

Tuesday’s twisters, while they avoided Denton County, indicate the need to always be prepared in case of emergencies.

Les Cockrell: Car giveaway revs up Easter week

The Bridge Church in Denton will celebrate its fifth anniversary this weekend with a variety of special events, highlighted by a car giveaway.

Districts target testing ‘overkill’

Three area school districts have joined more than 200 others in adopting a resolution urging state legislators to re-examine the public school accountability system.

A wall cloud hovers over the C.H.Collins Athletic Complex with finger-like projections that appeared like funnels aloft but did not touch down or cause any damage in Denton on Tuesday.

Denton area dodges bullet

Sirens sounded across Denton County as several powerful tornadoes spun across North Texas on Tuesday afternoon. But most of the Denton area was spared the worst.

Krugerville hopefuls emphasize team building

KRUGERVILLE — Political sparks flew when Dave Hill delivered his application to run against Erich Ransleben in the final hours of the local candidate filing period last month.

Les Cockrell: Moonlight walk along Redbud Trail on tap Friday

A night hike is planned at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area, and area residents are invited to join guides for a moonlight walk down the Redbud Trail.

STAAR launch smooth in Denton school district

The first round of STAAR tests administered this week were carried out smoothly and students seemed to be prepared, according to Denton school district officials and teachers.

Les Cockrell: Run for Life planned Saturday at South Lakes Park

Run for Life, featuring a 5K run and 1-mile fun run, is planned for Saturday to benefit Loreto House, a faith-based nonprofit charity. The event will begin and end in the parking lot of South Lakes Park, located off Teasley Lane at 556 Hobson Lane.

County extends Polster’s contract

Denton County commissioners approved a contract extension option for transportation consultant John Polster and his firm, Innovative Transportation Solutions Inc.

Area city OKs deal to help animals

PILOT POINT — The City Council agreed to a temporary fix, authorizing the city staff during the regular meeting Monday night to a “shelter-only” contract with All American Dogs until the end of the fiscal year.

STAAR testing begins

The state assessment season will officially begin today when the new State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR, exams are launched. Throughout the spring, an estimated 2.6 million Texas elementary and high school students will take STAAR exams, according to Texas Education Agency officials.

Animal shelter plan on agenda

PILOT POINT — The City Council is scheduled to hear a presentation from members of the animal advisory board today, including a preliminary proposal for new shelter facilities.

Les Cockrell: Junior Girl Scouts help woman celebrate 101st birthday

Junior Girl Scouts from Troop 8667 recently visited Sterling House on the Parkway in Denton to honor a resident who was celebrating her 101st birthday and thank her for her long service to the Girl Scouts.

Jury gives Casaus 60-year prison term

After more than 24 terror-filled hours and three trials spent reliving her fear and humiliation, a Double Oak woman finally can move on. The third man to face trial in the robbery and kidnapping of Eileen Loskot was sentenced to 60 years in prison Thursday on each of two counts.

Colin Irons of Aubrey tosses a common carp back into the Elm Fork of the Trinity River near the canoe launch area Tuesday.

Fish back in water

Fans of the Greenbelt Corridor know that their travels down the trail between Ray Roberts and Lewisville lakes often brings wildlife sightings — birds, coyotes, raccoons and the occasional feral hog.

Kids and their animals shuffle through the chaos and make their way to the swine show at the 37th annual Denton County Livestock Association Youth Fair and Rodeo on Wednesday in Denton.

Competitive spirit alive, well at annual youth fair

Logan Durrett had an entry for almost every category of the home economics and environmental science projects portion of the 37th annual Denton County Livestock Association Youth Fair and Rodeo on Wednesday.

Les Cockrell: Corps honors Lewisville rangers

Lewisville park rangers Cliff Huddleston and Dylan Mayfield were recently presented with the Commander’s Award for Civilian Service by the Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth district, for their efforts on March 2 that led to the rescue of a Lewisville Lake visitor experiencing distress while in the water.