Living In The Future: Denton Introduces Texas’ First Electric Fire Truck
In a step toward a more sustainable future, the Denton Fire Department rolled out the Lone Star State’s first electric fire truck — and it’s doing it with style and ceremony. In April, the department hosted a “push-in” event at Fire Station 1, inviting the community to take part in a time-honored firefighting...
North Texas tracker who finds missing people continues search for Mesquite man
For Solis, every snapped twig or footprint could be an important clue.
North Texas floral shop delivers hundreds of arrangements this Mother’s Day weekend
Across the country, moms are being celebrated this weekend. Spending comes with showing the love for mom. Americans are expected to shell out more than $34 billion celebrating moms, according to the National Retail Federation. The most popular Mother's Day gift is flowers, with 74% of people expected to give their...
Sharia City? Death Threats for “EPIC City” Defenders
Supporters of a planned Texas community whose centerpieces will be a large mosque and a K-12 Islamic School say their attempts to defend "EPIC City" from charges it will enforce "Sharia Law" and become what Texas Governor Greg Abbott fears could be a "no-go zone" for Texans who follow other religions are being lost...
Vote for Star Local Media’s Athlete of the Week
Each week throughout the 2024-25 school year, Star Local Media will recognize one of the standout student-athletes from its coverage area as Athlete of the Week. Through nominations submitted by coaches, as well as the sports staff’s own research, the entries will be trimmed down to six nominees each week. It’ll come...
Help grow the hobby!
Great video from the Richardson Radio Control Club in Princeton, Texas showing how to grow the hobby and their club while hosting a Try RC event. You can check out their club here: https://www.rrcc.org/
Lewisville Invites Residents to Explore Local Gems with Spring Centennial Passport Program
Lewisville residents, you've got three weeks left to immerse yourself in the community with the Spring Centennial Passport program. This initiative is part of the wide array of activities commemorating the city's 100th year, welcoming you to experience the local culture through a curated exploration of 44 noteworthy...
Not-so-happy Mother’s Day: Church volunteer headed to prison after molesting her son’s 13-year-old buddy...
A Texas mom is spending her Mother’s Day behind bars after being found guilty of inappropriate conduct with her son’s 13-year-old friend. Jurors convicted 46-year-old Natalie Sorrells on two charges of indecency with child sexual conduct, while they acquitted her of two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child,...
Top 5 Reads Of The Week [May 5 – 9]
T his week’s top reads take readers from the boardroom to the barbecue pit — with a few surprises in between. From a $700 million AI play in Plano to two Dallas steakhouses cutting into a global top 100 list, the region isn’t just making moves, it’s making headlines. Add in a rejected arts center, a burger guru...
RoughRiders hang on to beat Missions 4-3
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (May 9, 2025) -- The Frisco RoughRiders prevailed over the San Antonio Missions 4-3 on Friday night from Nelson W. Wolff Municipal Stadium, extending their win streak to three games. In his Double-A debut, RoughRiders (20-11) reliever Thomas Ireland came on for the save in the bottom...