Famous People Who Have Called Denton "Home":
Jim Lehrer: TV Journalist, MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour
Phyllis George: Beauty queen; crowned Miss America 1971 and appeared on television with "NFL Today"
"Mean" Joe Greene: football player - was defensive lineman for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and helped the Steelers win four Super Bowls during the 1970's
Pat Boone: singer/actor - earned gold records in the late 1950's - early 1960's for "Ain't That a Shame" and "I'll Be Home," "Love Letters in the Sand," and starred in several movies, including "State Fair." Also owned a restraurant on corner of Fulton & University.
Larry McMurtry: author, wrote "Lonesome Dove," which won the Pulitzer Prize, and numerous other bestsellers, including "Terms of Endearment"
Roy Orbison: late singer and guitarist; songs included "Pretty Woman" and "Crying"
Don Henley: Rock musician
Sam Bass: Infamous wild west bandit
Norah Jones: Graduated from UNT School of Music. Blue note Jazz artist in early 2000's
Dr. Phil (McGraw): Received PhD in Clinical Psychology from UNT, author of 5 #1 best sellers, star syndicated TV show
Redbud Capital of Texas
Denton is the Redbud Capital of Texas, so named for the many Redbud trees in and around the city.In 2006, Money magazine named Denton No. 58 out of the "Top 100 Best Places to Live in America."
Denton is sometimes referred to by its nickname "Little D". (a reference to "Big D" - that'd be Dallas, of course!)
Denton Statistics
Denton's Population: 119,454 (2008 Estimate)
The U. S. Census Bureau has ranked Denton in the top twenty five of the
fastest growing cities in the nation
The City of Denton encompasses a landmass of 89.5 square miles
5 Biggest Employers in Denton:
• University of North Texas
• Denton Independent School District
• Texas Woman's University
• Denton County
• Peterbilt Motors
The U. S. Census Bureau has ranked Denton in the top twenty five of the
fastest growing cities in the nation
The City of Denton encompasses a landmass of 89.5 square miles
5 Biggest Employers in Denton:
• University of North Texas
• Denton Independent School District
• Texas Woman's University
• Denton County
• Peterbilt Motors
About Denton, TX
Welcome to Denton, Texas
Discover Denton. Music and museums. Amusements, arts and antiques. History, hospitality, horse farms and higher learning. Shopping, sports, dining and festivals. There's so much to discover in Denton, the hardest part is knowing where to start!
Situated 36 miles north of Dallas and Fort Worth where I-35 East meets I 35 West, Denton is the county seat of Denton County. From the century-old courthouse and quaint town-square to world-class shopping and internationally acclaimed talent, Denton is the vibrant setting where these diverse worlds meet. Denton ambiance, assets and amenities combine to make ours a city you simply must discover for yourself, and in your own unique style.
See more at http://www.discoverdenton.com/about.cfm?bl=5
Discover Denton. Music and museums. Amusements, arts and antiques. History, hospitality, horse farms and higher learning. Shopping, sports, dining and festivals. There's so much to discover in Denton, the hardest part is knowing where to start!
Situated 36 miles north of Dallas and Fort Worth where I-35 East meets I 35 West, Denton is the county seat of Denton County. From the century-old courthouse and quaint town-square to world-class shopping and internationally acclaimed talent, Denton is the vibrant setting where these diverse worlds meet. Denton ambiance, assets and amenities combine to make ours a city you simply must discover for yourself, and in your own unique style.
See more at http://www.discoverdenton.com/about.cfm?bl=5
About Neblett Property Management
Neblett Property Management has properties around the Denton Texas area. We are the premier property management company for Denton. Whether you have a property that you want us to manage, or you are looking for a home. Give us a call today at (940) 387-6180 .
At Neblett Property Management our residents and properties come first. We believe in strong customer service.We are located at 524 Fort Worth Dr, Denton, TX.
At Neblett Property Management our residents and properties come first. We believe in strong customer service.We are located at 524 Fort Worth Dr, Denton, TX.
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