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BY DON MUNSCH
BY KAREN CHANEY
Flower Mound council approves bridge, water line construction project The addition of a bridge and new water lines in Flower Mound continues to take shape after council approved a nearly $9.4 million construc- tion agreement with Urban Infraconstruction LLC at its July 15 meeting. The details Clay Riggs, Flower Mound Public Works director, said the Denton Creek Boulevard Bridge project will feature a roadway extension with bike lanes and a multipurpose trail over Denton Creek. The project also includes two 12-inch water lines and an 8-inch reuse water line. The bridge will provide emergency access to Flower Mound west of Denton Creek. In addition, the bridge will eventually provide access to I-35W.
Pedestrian upgrades added to Denton Creek Flower Mound motorists and pedestrians will see city- and school district-funded changes in signage on the west side of town. In late June, crews nished installing sig- nage for an all-way stop at the intersection of Denton Creek Boulevard and Canyon Falls Drive, according to a news release. Along Denton Creek Boulevard, a ashing beacon for pedestrians was installed. A school zone asher is also being added north of Prairie Ridge Road.
• Aug. 28, 2 p.m. • $5 • Flower Mound Senior Center, 2701 W. Windsor Drive, Flower Mound • www.flower-mound.com/seniors
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Santa Cops Casino Night Flower Mound Citizen Police Academy Alumni is hosting this event bene ting the Flower Mound Police Department’s Santa Cops Program. Casino night will feature casino-style tables, food, music and fun. Door prizes will be awarded every 30 minutes during the event. Ticket price includes $1,000 in chips, gift bag, snacks/drinks and a door prize ticket. • Aug. 10, 6:30-10:30 p.m. • $60 per person, two tickets for $100 • Courtyard by Marriott, 4330 Courtyard Way, Flower Mound • www.flowermound.gov/2602/casino-night-fundraiser Singer/songwriter night Participants perform original music for a live audience. • Aug. 12, 7-10 p.m. • Free (admission) • Guitars and Growlers, 400 Flower Mound Road, Ste. 160, Flower Mound • www.guitarsandgrowlers.com Non-alcoholic wine tasting Attendees will have the opportunity to sample several alternatives to traditional wines and light refreshments.
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You, Me, and a Cup of Tea party This intergenerational tea party will have an “Alice in Wonderland” theme. • Sept. 7, 2 p.m. • $10 (ages 4-12), $15 (ages 13-49), $12 (ages 50 and older) • Flower Mound Senior Center, 2701 W. Windsor Drive, Flower Mound • www.flower-mound.com/seniors Handbags for Healing Nonpro t Denton County Friends of the Family is hosting a fundraising event featuring brunch, mimosas, bingo and opportunities to win a luxury handbag.
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The background The Denton Creek Boulevard Bridge and water line project consists of the construction of a ve- span reinforced concrete bridge over the Graham Branch ood plain, roadway and sidewalks, according to a council agenda memo. Riggs said the bridge portion of the project will cost about $8.3 million, which will come from a county bond, roadway impact fees and project savings. The $1.1 million for the water lines will come from water impact fees and project savings. The project is expected to begin in September and wrap up in fall 2025.
Wildlife on the Move Participants will have the opportunity to learn about their natural world while developing an appreciation for nature fostering a stewardship for the earth’s wildlife. Complimentary donuts, drinks and reptile photo opportunities will be available. • Aug. 9, 9-11 a.m. • Free • Argyle Town Hall, 308 Denton Hall • www.argyletx.com
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• Sept. 14, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. • $100 (general admission)
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• Apricus, 6633 South I-35, Corinth • www.dcfof.org/handbagsforhealing
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LEWISVILLE 2416 S Stemmons Fwy (214) 488-0888
WESTLAKE 2341 Highway 377 (817) 490-9072
DENTON 2315 Colorado Blvd (940) 243-2929
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