Flower Mound

Lewisville voter turnout highest in years, but that's not saying much

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 10 hours ago

Regardless, one big factor appears to be that few council candidates in the last decade have sharply challenged the status quo. Many races have gone uncontested, and city leaders often brag about their political peace in comparison to the storms – and higher voter turnout – in neighboring Flower Mound and Highland Village.

Aerospace entrepreneur Jim Nelson dies at 78

The Dallas Business Journal (Free subscription) | 17 hours ago

James Nelson, founder of Mayday Manufacturing Co. and father-in-law of State Sen. Jane Nelson, R- Flower Mound, has died at the age of 78.

State Four-Ball will crown new champions

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 05/15/2008

... center The inaugural Prodigy Oil & Gas Charity Classic is May 22 at Bridlewood Golf Club in Flower Mound. The event benefits SpiritHorse Therapeutic Center in Corinth. The four-person scramble begins at 1:30 p.m., with a local celebrity joining each group. Cost is $125 per golfer. SpiritHorse Therapeutic Center is the largest riding center in the United States that provides free private...

Sorenstam had nothing left to prove

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 05/14/2008

... faster, or breaking a record. The only mark left for Sorenstam is career victories. She trails Flower Mound's Kathy Whitworth by 16. For Sorenstam, the price was too high. A divorce was among the many things left in the wake of her robotic dedication to domination. At her zenith, the Swede won 43 times in five years. She won the LPGA player of the year a record eight times. She is...

ADAMS EXTERMINATING BRANCHES TO NEW AREAS

PR Leap - Recent News Releases (Free subscription) | 05/07/2008

... area and increasing its fleet to over 25 trucks. Adams’ Lewisville office now provides service to Flower Mound, The Colony, Frisco, Southlake, Grapevine, Coppell, Bedford and Euless. The expansion worked out well, according to Adams. “The expansion into south Denton County proved to be a good move. As the population increases in new areas, we will be there to protect homes and property....

Texas Instruments presents Junkins Scholarships

PR News Wire (Free subscription) | 05/01/2008

... Plano Senior High School; Thuy-Vy "Vivian" Ho of Highland Village, Edward S. Marcus High School of Flower Mound; Aasheesh Kanwar of Plano, Plano Senior High School; Helen C. Kerwin of Plano, Plano East Senior High School; Thomas R. Krenik of Garland, Texas Academy of Math and Science; Theresa R. Lii of Plano, Plano Senior High School; Rohan V. Menon of Dallas, Greenhill School in...

NYC DRAG HAPPENINGS

Lady Bunny Blog (Free subscription) | 04/30/2008

... and "LITTLE STEVIE", BELLADONNA (Santa Barbara), GYPSY WILD, SHERRY VINE, BILLY O, LIZZIE DAVIS (Flower Mound, TX), SWEETIE, JAZMEN FLOWERS (Jackson, Miss), MISS GUY, D.D. SPARKS (Des Moines), JONNY TINGLE, THE DIVINE GRACE, PREL (of Atlanta's "Blue Lamp" events), CHARLENE CORAN (Reno), JESSICA RABBIT and AMBER RAY DOMINATION. Our "Stevie Total Method Go-Go" troupe includes...

Texas blog roundup for the week of April 28

Off the Kuff (Free subscription) | 04/29/2008

I'm not feeling the clever intro thing this week, so let's just get right to the business of highlighting the Texas Progressive Alliance's weekly roundup. Click on for the good stuff. North Texas Liberal analyzed the arguments from Rep. Michael Burgess, R-Flower Mound, and Newt Gingrich in favor of the flat tax. See our conclusions here . The Commissioner of the General Land Office of...

• Texas Blog Round Up (April 28, 2008) - Eye on Williamson
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The Weekly Wrangle

Brains and Eggs (Free subscription) | 04/28/2008

Here's the Texas Progressive Alliance weekly blog round-up, from submissions by member blogs from the week just past. North Texas Liberal analyzed the arguments from Rep. Michael Burgess, R-Flower Mound, and Newt Gingrich in favor of the flat tax. See their conclusions here . The Commissioner of the General Land Office of Texas is a monumental ass. PDiddie of Brains and Eggs has the dirty...

Hopefuls discuss drilling, River Walk plans

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 04/27/2008

Seats up for election: Voters will choose between council incumbent Al Filidoro and Steve Dixon for the Place 2 seat. Political newcomers Virginia M. Jellison and Jean M. Levenick are vying for the Place 4 seat being vacated by Laurie Long, who is not seeking re-election. Steve Dixon44, insurance agent, has lived in Flower Mound for seven years and serves on the Planning and Zoning Commission. For...

Highland Village OK's ban on cell phones in school zones

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 04/24/2008

In a recent survey, Highland Village police estimated 9 percent of drivers in school zones were using hand-held phones. However, police have no record of accidents in school zones linked to drivers using phones. The city expects to pay $2,100 for signage. Several other cities, including Dallas and neighboring Flower Mound, have approved similar laws.

Flower Mound dentist accused of attempted sexual assault

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 04/23/2008

Denton County sheriff's deputies arrested 32-year-old Spencer Page on Tuesday. Page remained in the Denton County Jail on Tuesday evening on a $10,000 bond. A jail official said there was no record indicating whether Page has a lawyer.

Flower Mound officials approve demolition of old houses on Green Acres park land

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 04/22/2008

Initially, the park won't have much – just a garden and some trees. The town has a three-phase plan for the park that would cost an estimated $1.83 million. The plan includes a pond, walking trails, gardens, gazebo, fountain, a new building, a covered pedestrian bridge over the pond and an equestrian trailhead. Funding for the first stage could come as soon as this fall.

Highland Village officals to vote on banning cell phones in school zones 12:10 PM CT

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 04/22/2008

... for signage should the ordinance pass. Several other cities, including Dallas and neighboring Flower Mound, have approved similar laws. The proposal requires two separate votes. The council meeting begins at 7:30 tonight at the Municipal Complex, 1000 Highland Village Road. If approved tonight, the council would vote on the ordinance again next month.

Highland Village officals to vote on banning cell phones in school zones

Dallas Morning News (Free subscription) | 04/22/2008

... for signage should the ordinance pass. Several other cities, including Dallas and neighboring Flower Mound, have approved similar laws. The proposal requires two separate votes. The council meeting begins at 7:30 tonight at the Municipal Complex, 1000 Highland Village Road. If approved tonight, the council would vote on the ordinance again next month.