The CDC has responded to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel (new) coronavirus that was first detected in China and was 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.
A burn ban for Denton County is currently in effect. Commissioners Court issued the ban on July 25 after persistent high temperatures and lack of rainfall dried out soil moisture and created potential fuel for grass fires. Read on...
Denton County’s Fiscal Year 2023-24 recommended budget earmarks an estimated $3.54 million for public safety including a 14 percent slide of the pay scale for law enforcement and reduces the proposed tax rate by nearly three pennies. Read on for more details
Denton County has surpassed the 1 million mark in residential population, according to the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG). Read on for more details
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
A burn ban for Denton County is currently in effect. Commissioners Court issued the ban on July 25 after persistent high temperatures and lack of rainfall dried out soil moisture and created potential fuel for grass fires. Read on...
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.
