The CDC is responding to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel (new) coronavirus that was first detected in China and has now been detected in more than 200 countries, including the United States.
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) characterized coronavirus (abbreviated COVID-19) as a pandemic.
The CDC will provide updated information as it becomes available, in addition to updated guidance.
Whether you are a citizen of Denton County or a visitor to our community, please don't hesitate to reach out and contact us or access our online resources so we can address your concerns, answer your questions, and meet your general needs.
Denton County Commissioners Court has purchased the 60-acre Briarwood Lutheran Ministries camp at 670 Copper Canyon Road and will use it for training, outdoor education, youth camps, adult retreats and more. Read on for more details
The 2023 County Health Rankings have been released, and Denton County ranked among the healthiest counties in Texas. County Health Rankings raise awareness about the many factors influencing health and how vastly health varies in different communities. Read more information on COVID-19 cases
Denton County Commissioners Court on Tuesday approved the hiring of two full-time mental health navigators under the direction of the Denton County Public Health (DCPH) to make it easier for individuals to find available resources. Read on for more details
Denton County maintained its AAA bond rating on outstanding general obligation limited tax debt and received an AAA rating on $125 million Permanent Improvement and Refunding Bonds, which will save money. Read on for more info
In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Denton County is illuminating county buildings in green through Nov. 13th as part of Operation Green Light. Read on for more details
Denton County Commissioners approved the county’s Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and the approved tax rate of $0.217543, which is over a penny and a half below the FY 2021-22 adopted tax rate, making the rate approved the lowest it has been since 1986. Read on for more details
With the opening of a connection from the Harvest community into the Ridge at Northlake, police and fire vehicles will have a quicker way to respond to emergencies in both communities as well as into Robson Ranch and other nearby housing developments. Read on for more details
Denton County Commissioners approved the county’s Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and the approved tax rate of $0.217543, which is over a penny and a half below the FY 2021-22 adopted tax rate, making the rate approved the lowest it has been since 1986. Read on for more details
Denton County has a rich heritage preserved on national, state and county historical markers found in cities, towns, cemeteries and early communities, and along highways and country roads.
