Friday update: Districting in Denton, homeowner deductibles, plus top stories this week

Catch up on the top stories to know in Denton today.

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Denton charter committee undecided on changes to City Council districts and at-large representation

Denton voters cast ballots for two at-large members on the City Council and for a council member to represent the district they live in. A committee reviewing the city charter is considering whether to change that.

Watchdog: Many insurance companies are raising their homeowners' deductibles from 1% to 2%

Watchdog reader Paul Barth of Dallas calls it "Homeowners Policy Shock." No, it's not the name of a rock band. It's the surprise homeowners feel when they learn about the newest way insurance companies are reaching into their pockets. It was only a few years ago when the standard deductible on a homeowners' policy was 1% of a home's replacement value. Now, as The Watchdog first reported 20 months ago, more insurance companies are demanding a 2% deductible.

Best of the week

What's Open, What's Closed: Saltgrass finally opens, Allsup's and Gangnam close, new student apartments to be completed by 2026

Goodbye to Korean fried chicken and more, hello to new steakhouse. Four new businesses find homes right here in Denton. Two other businesses — one old and one new — close their doors.

Cross Timbers executive pastor resigns soon after lead pastor's departure

The executive pastor of Cross Timbers Church in Argyle announced his resignation Monday, less than a month after the lead pastor's departure. Executive pastor Byron Copeland was initially announced as interim lead pastor after Josiah Anthony resigned due to reports that he communicated inappropriately with women.