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Here's where the state of school district operations stand for Friday in the Star Local Media area

Allen American

Here's where the state of school district operations stand for Friday in the Star Local Media area

Audrey Henvey
Feb 2, 2023

UNT's new Frisco campus opens this month. Here's what UNT President Neal Smatresk wants you to know

Frisco Enterprise

UNT's new Frisco campus opens this month. Here's what UNT President Neal Smatresk wants you to know

Audrey Henvey
Jan 9, 2023

A Q&A with Santa Claus, brought to you by Star Local Media

McKinney Courier-Gazette

A Q&A with Santa Claus, brought to you by Star Local Media

Audrey Henvey
Updated Jan 6, 2023

ICYMI: Here are some photos of Christmas celebrations around the area

Allen American

ICYMI: Here are some photos of Christmas celebrations around the area

By Winston Henvey / Star Local Media
Dec 20, 2022

North Texas has seen more vibrant leaf colors this fall; learn why with urban forester Marc Beaudoing

Plano Star Courier

North Texas has seen more vibrant leaf colors this fall; learn why with urban forester Marc Beaudoing

By Winston Henvey / Star Local Media
Dec 7, 2022

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Have yourself a magical holiday season with this list of merry & bright activities

Nov 27, 2022

Festivals, performances, lightings and more...see what's happening in your area to celebrate the holidays. Read MoreHave yourself a magical holiday season with this list of merry & bright activities

Miss Texas breaks barriers, becoming the first Asian-American woman to represent the Lone Star State in the Miss America competition

Carrollton Leader

Miss Texas breaks barriers, becoming the first Asian-American woman to represent the Lone Star State in the Miss America competition

Updated Nov 28, 2022

The Miss America 2023 competition is less than a month away and Carrollton’s very own Miss Texas Averie Bishop is prepared, representing her state as the first Asian-American woman crowned as Miss Texas. Read MoreMiss Texas breaks barriers, becoming the first Asian-American woman to represent the Lone Star State in the Miss America competition

Denton County voters show strong support for GOP in major state races

Celina Record

Denton County voters show strong support for GOP in major state races

Nov 9, 2022

Denton County voters showed strong support for the GOP ticket in the three major state races in the Nov. 8 election. Read MoreDenton County voters show strong support for GOP in major state races

Meet Chuck Hendrickson, Visual Art League of Lewisville President and retiree from the EPA

Lewisville Leader

Meet Chuck Hendrickson, Visual Art League of Lewisville President and retiree from the EPA

Nov 7, 2022

Chuck Hendrickson has been involved with the Visual Art League of Lewisville since the 1990s and when he first joined, he was inspired by the community of artists in VAL. He is also recently retired from working for the Environmental Protection Agency and has interests in traveling, painting… Read MoreMeet Chuck Hendrickson, Visual Art League of Lewisville President and retiree from the EPA

Miss Dallas’ Outstanding Teen strives to make a difference, feels honored to serve her community

Carrollton Leader

Miss Dallas’ Outstanding Teen strives to make a difference, feels honored to serve her community

Oct 18, 2022

Lauren Bond was crowned about two months ago as Miss Dallas’ Outstanding Teen 2023, serving her community through the Miss America Organization as part of the Miss Texas Scholarship Organization. Read MoreMiss Dallas’ Outstanding Teen strives to make a difference, feels honored to serve her community

Meet Denny Mosseller, long-time resident of Lewisville and passionate volunteer

Lewisville Leader

Meet Denny Mosseller, long-time resident of Lewisville and passionate volunteer

Oct 10, 2022

Denny Mosseller has lived in the area for 44 years, spending his time volunteering, traveling and spending time with family. He is dedicated to the community through helping those who are disadvantaged and helping others realize their dreams. Read MoreMeet Denny Mosseller, long-time resident of Lewisville and passionate volunteer

121 Media acquires Check Out DFW website, adding its content marketing solution to its digital services portfolio

Frisco Enterprise

121 Media acquires Check Out DFW website, adding its content marketing solution to its digital services portfolio

Oct 10, 2022

121 Media, LLC, which owns and operates the digital media assets and nine weekly publications of Star Local Media serving the north Dallas suburban area, announced today the acquisition of Check Out DFW and CheckOutDFW.com, a first-of-its-kind real estate and local recommendations product th… Read More121 Media acquires Check Out DFW website, adding its content marketing solution to its digital services portfolio

5 things to do in the Leader communities this week

Carrollton Leader

5 things to do in the Leader communities this week

Oct 9, 2022

The fall season is here and Carrollton, Lewisville and Flower Mound are hosting plenty of fall festivities for the communities. Events this week include a Halloween concert, pumpkin patches and more. Take a look at the activities below that can help satisfy your fall needs. Read More5 things to do in the Leader communities this week

Carrollton Leader

The Leader news roundup: adoption fees waived, Carrollton top 20 market, marketing team awarded

Oct 7, 2022

October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog month and the Gene Carey Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is waiving adoption fees for dogs over 20 pounds and all cats, through Saturday, Oct. 15. To see some of the animals up for adoption and for the adoption process visit lewisvillepets.com/adopt… Read MoreThe Leader news roundup: adoption fees waived, Carrollton top 20 market, marketing team awarded

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Star Local Media's Games to Watch (Week of March 20)

Star Local Sports

Star Local Media's Games to Watch (Week of March 20)

By Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman | Star Local Media
Mar 20, 2023

Denton County Prep Soccer Round-Up: Marcus girls, Lake Dallas boys win district titles

Carrollton Leader

Denton County Prep Soccer Round-Up: Marcus girls, Lake Dallas boys win district titles

By David Wolman | Star Local Media
Mar 19, 2023

Take a bow: Coppell’s LaMendola, Hebron’s Bradley named co-6-6A MVP; Flower Mound’s Bujak newcomer of the year

Carrollton Leader

Take a bow: Coppell’s LaMendola, Hebron’s Bradley named co-6-6A MVP; Flower Mound’s Bujak newcomer of the year

By David Wolman | Star Local Media
Mar 19, 2023

Vote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

Star Athlete of the Week

Vote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

By Matt Welch, Devin Hasson and David Wolman | Star Local Media
Mar 19, 2023

Mound Showdown: Marcus rallies from 3-0 deficit, capitalizes on Flower Mound’s mistakes

Star Local Sports

Mound Showdown: Marcus rallies from 3-0 deficit, capitalizes on Flower Mound’s mistakes

By David Wolman | Star Local Media
Mar 18, 2023

David Wolman's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few student-athletes who have shined around the area

Mar 17, 2023

There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as part of its 5-Star Spotlight. Read MoreDavid Wolman's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few student-athletes who have shined around the area

Date with state: Lewisville boys bowling wins regional tournament; Marcus girls also bound for San Antonio

Lewisville Leader

Date with state: Lewisville boys bowling wins regional tournament; Marcus girls also bound for San Antonio

Mar 12, 2023

The message that Lewisville head boys bowling coach Raul Castilleja, Sr. had for his Farmers coming into the DFW Central Regional Tournament was to make the cut for the Texas High School Bowling Club state tournament. Read MoreDate with state: Lewisville boys bowling wins regional tournament; Marcus girls also bound for San Antonio

Star Athlete of the Week

Vote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

Mar 12, 2023

Each week throughout the 2022-23 school year, Star Local Media will recognize one of the standout student-athletes from its coverage area as Athlete of the Week. Read MoreVote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

Found their man: Grapevine's Alexander hired as Marcus head football coach

Star Local Sports

Found their man: Grapevine's Alexander hired as Marcus head football coach

Mar 10, 2023

Less than one month after Marcus head football coach Kevin Atkinson retired after six seasons at the helm and 21 overall as a head coach, the Marauders have found their man. Read MoreFound their man: Grapevine's Alexander hired as Marcus head football coach

David Wolman's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few student-athletes who have shined around the area

Star Local Sports

David Wolman's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few student-athletes who have shined around the area

Mar 10, 2023

District 6-6A boys soccer: Hebron clinches district title; Flower Mound, Lewisville, Marcus secure final three playoff spots

Carrollton Leader

District 6-6A boys soccer: Hebron clinches district title; Flower Mound, Lewisville, Marcus secure final three playoff spots

Mar 8, 2023

There was still plenty to be decided for a few teams in District 6-6A on Tuesday. Read MoreDistrict 6-6A boys soccer: Hebron clinches district title; Flower Mound, Lewisville, Marcus secure final three playoff spots

Star Athlete of the Week

Vote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

Mar 5, 2023

Star Local Sports

David Wolman's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few student-athletes who have shined around the area

Mar 3, 2023

Star Local Media's Games to Watch (Week of Feb. 27)

Star Local Sports

Star Local Media's Games to Watch (Week of Feb. 27)

Feb 27, 2023

With another busy round of high school sports on tap, here's a look around the Star Local Media coverage area at a few of the week's standout games in each of our markets. Read MoreStar Local Media's Games to Watch (Week of Feb. 27)