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WHAT ARE YOUR SLEEPING MISTAKES?
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BOBBIE MITCHELL: GROWTH HITS IN THE HEART OF PRECINCT 3
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SHERIFF’S CORNER WITH SHERIFF TRACY MURPHREE
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5TH ANNUAL DUCK DERBY
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7 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW
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BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS
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BARBECUE RECIPES FOR KIDS
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FIVE THINGS TO TRY: FAMILY ACTIVITIES & PLACES
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FOODIE FRIDAY DFW: TARO KITCHEN + COCKTAILS
26 INSIDE COMMUNITY & EDUCATION
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HOW TO PICK AFTER-SCHOOL CARE
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DENTON COUNTY SPOTLIGHT: NINE SPUR RANCH
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Join us on The River Walk for a day full of family fun. Celebrate with us by participating in the 5th Annual Duck Derby Race! Enjoy food trucks, music, vendor booths, farmer’s market, and children's activities supporting over 25 Denton County charitable organizations.
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