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Good morning! Today is Thursday, Aug. 15.

Today's high: 102 | Tonight's low: 82

Denton County's heat advisory has, once again, been extended to 9 p.m. tonight. Heat index values could reach 108 today. Stay hydrated.

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Denton ISD is determined to increase funding, plans ahead for the next legislative session: What's on their agenda?

It might feel early, but for Denton ISD, it's never too early to start strategizing on how they plan to lobby lawmakers for adequate funding. It won't be without its challenges — Texas schools are already in a financial pinch and Denton population continues to explore, but the growth in property values could mean a drop in state education funding.

📣 Today’s Top Stories

Cross Timbers executive pastor resigns soon after lead pastor’s departure

The executive pastor, Byron Copeland, of Argyle’s Cross Timbers Church announced his resignation this week, less than a month after the lead pastor’s departure amid reports of inappropriate communication with women.

Denton urgently asked residents to reduce water usage. How did the community respond?

The city pushed two requests for residents to reduce water usage after two water filters failed at water treatment facilities. While waiting for filter repairs, officials warned entering drought conditions that would require more strict water conservation, but residents made up for it.

Guyer's Zane Rowe ranked among nation's top 100 football players

Guyer sophomore Zane Rowe earned recognition among the nation's top football players in his class Wednesday, when 247Sports released its initial top 100 for the Class of 2027. The Oklahoma commit came in at No. 47 overall in the national rankings.

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Crime: Denton PD say man arrested at Walmart exposed himself, took videos of another woman

A man Denton police arrested at Walmart on Monday now faces additional charges after officers found evidence that he recorded more women and masturbated in public, according to a police report.

Health care: UNT medical school is recognized in top tier for primary care nationwide

The medical school at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth scored Tier 1 status for best medical schools for primary care in the 2024 rankings of U.S. News & World Report. 

College football: 10 UNT players to know this season

The Mean Green have an interesting mix of veterans and newcomers who will determine how they fare this fall. TCU transfer quarterback Chandler Morris tops our list of the most intriguing players on the roster. See who else made the cut.

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👀 In Case You Missed It ...

• Denton County reported its first West Nile virus death of the year yesterday, marking the second human case locally. With mosquito activity increasing due to higher rainfall levels and more than 30 mosquito traps testing positive for the virus this season, public health officials urge residents to take precautions. Here's what to know.

• Beginning in October, Texas Woman's University volleyball, soccer, basketball, softball games and conference championships will be available to stream exclusively on FloSports.

• Denton County commissioners voted to stop funding maintenance at St. John's Cemetery near Pilot Point. The cemetery is where hundreds of Black residents are buried, but getting there to maintain and preserve it has proven difficult due to boundary issues, despite efforts from activists to address them.

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