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Collin County approves changes to Texas Constitution
Collin County saw a relatively tame election day, as 30,500 citizens cast their votes, the majority of which were in favor of the 11 constitutional amendments on the Nov. 3 ballot. The amendments were all approved statewide, and having previously been passed in resolutions by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate, the propositions will now be made part of the Texas Constitution.
Denton County reports H1N1 death
Denton County experienced its first H1N1 related death on Wednesday.
Tri-County seminar scheduled
Three counties have come together to host a Democratic women’s seminar and fundraiser, which will benefit three area shelters.
Community showcase set for Saturday
Local businesses and health professionals will be on hand during the 2nd annual Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce’s community showcase.
Sold out crowd attends formal but tacky ball
The Highland Village Rotary hosted its 1st Annual Formal But Tacky Ball for a sold-out crowd Friday night
LHS to host Halloween event
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Ann’s Haven to host SafeHaven workshop
Ann’s Haven Visiting Nurse Associations is sponsoring a program to help children and their families cope with the loss of loved ones.
Just for girls: modeling and etiquette workshop begins
For girls hoping to gain an inside look into the modeling world, ModelMaker is hosting a workshop to be held at Vista Ridge Mall.
Nelson to seek re-election
Sen. Jane Nelson (R-Flower Mound) announced last week that she will seek re-election for her seat in District 12 in the Nov. 2, 2010 general election.
Highland Village to offer new program
The Highland Village Police Department recently began a new program that will improve the level of service it offers its citizens.
Facility receives grant
Day Stay for Adults, the only licensed adult day care facility in Denton County, recently received two grants that will help the facility further serve the area.
Foot race to benefit 500 Sudanese
On Saturday, e3 Partners is hosting a 5K Run and Family Festival that will benefit over 500 Sudanese preschool and elementary school children.
Lewisville City Council Roundup
Council members deemed the structure located at 301 Uecker Lane substandard. The owner of record is Sharon M. Vaulk. The main structure is a single-family ranch style house built in 1977 that has been abandoned for several years. The structure is in extreme disrepair, and law enforcement has visited this site on occasion to remove transients. Proper notification and procedures by the city was accomplished. The following conditions were found to exist in violation of minimum standards of the Lewisville city code, Article VI, Section 4-311 (13) and are submitted as evidence of the structure’s substandard condition:
Tax rate increase among options to help LISD
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Young girls find man in women's restroom
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21st Century Insurance to hire 50 people in Lewisville
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Council approves budget
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Cities respond to rabies day
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The Servant House brings story of truth and living
On Oct. 9 and 10, The Servant House will host “The Cry of Rachel Today.” The play is a true story about truth and living.
Former soccer coach sentenced for child molestation
Neighbors of a former soccer coach recently convicted of six counts of child sex crimes are concerned there are more victims who have not come forward.
Halliday to be keynote speaker at local event
Ebby Halliday, owner of Ebby Halliday Realtors, will be the keynote speaker for the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming event.
NCTC turns 10
Throughout its 10-year history, North Central Texas College has nearly tripled its student enrollment.
Parents frustrated with LISD over speech decision
Nearly a week after President Barack Obama’s speech to children across the country over the importance of education, parents in Lewisville ISD are still steamed over the district’s decision not to show it live.
A reason to clean
Local organization helps cancer patients with free cleaning
S.A.V.E. offers release for victims’ pain
On Saturday, the Sexual Abuse/Assault Victim Empowering Ministry will host a balloon release ceremony for survivors of sexual assault and or abuse.
Plans are underway for 41st festival
The 41st annual Western Day festival is quickly approaching, and organizers are knee deep in planning the event.
Lewisville: Cherokee Horn gives CPANA $79,400 check
Cherokee Horn, a natural gas exploration firm, Saturday donated $79,400 to the Central Park Area Neighbors Association (CPANA). The presentation took place in a ceremony at Memorial Park Recreation Center.
Lewisville Lake claims third victim of year
Lewisville Lake claimed its third drowning victim of the year Sunday despite quick action by the Lewisville Fire Department.
State delays immunization requirements
The Texas Department of State Health Services announced Monday that it will allow students to enroll in school, even if they have not received the three new immunization requirements at previously required.
Burgess fields questions regarding health care
Health care reform was the focus of Tuesday night’s town hall meeting that featured U.S. Congressman Michael Burgess (R-Lewisville) at Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church.
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