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Flower Mound was named the most livable city in America by Livability, which ranked the top 100 best places to live.

FLOWER MOUND, Texas — Flower Mound topped the list of best places to live in the U.S. this year, according to a new ranking released by Livability.

The Dallas suburb ranked No. 1 in the nation with a livability score of 875 out of 1,000. Flower Mound ranked particularly high in the categories of economy, health and safety, according to Livability.

Livability analyzed small- to mid-sized cities with populations between 75,000 and 500,000 with an average home value of $500,000 or less. With those parameters in mind, the ranking considered 100 data points, including the city’s economy, housing and cost of living, amenities, transportation, environment, safety, education and health.

"Beyond the beauty and blooms, there are safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, low property taxes, great medical care and a section of the town that borders Grapevine Lake, all of which contribute to this Dallas-Fort Worth suburb being an excellent place to live," Livability said.

Over 2,000 businesses operate out of Flower Mound, according to Livability. The average household income is $216,000. The city has a diverse and robust economy, according to Livability.

"There are a variety of industry jobs available in the area, but three of the largest sectors are technology, manufacturing and professional services," Livability said.

Flower Mound ranked highly for health due to positive health outcomes and access to medical care, Livability said.

"This family-friendly town is ideal for those looking to establish roots in a place with plenty to offer, especially those who love spending time outdoors or seek a close-knit community," Livability said. "The city’s historic downtown is lined with everything from coffee shops and art galleries to wine shops and food markets."

The top five are rounded out by:

2. Carmel, Indiana3. Sugar Land, Texas 4. Naperville, Illinois5. Roswell, Georgia

Flower Mound is among the 10 winners of a statewide award that highlights investments in protecting the environment, engaging the public and creating community pride, according to a news release.

The town was named one of 10 recipients of the 2025 Governor's Community Achievement Award out of over 70 applicants through a partnership between nonprofit Keep Texas Beautiful and the Texas Department of Transportation.

The details

Flower Mound was highlighted for its partnership with Keep Flower Mound Beautiful, a local nonprofit, for beautification and sustainability efforts, including composting classes and volunteer programs with other local organizations, per the news release. The award also noted the town’s community engagement and education efforts through the Environmental Services department and investments in property beautification, tree planting and public art installation programs.

Flower Mound was named the Category 8 winner, which recognizes communities with a population between 65,001 and 90,000. Portions of the $2 million will be allocated to each recipient based on the municipality’s size, according to Keep Texas Beautiful.

Flower Mound will receive $270,000 from the total $2 million pool with local funding being allocated based on population size, Communications Director Melissa Demmitt said in an email. Funds disbursed to each community will be used for landscaping projects along state-maintained roadways, per Keep Texas Beautiful.

Zooming in

Flower Mound maintains over 1,000 acres of parkland, Demmitt said. Since the 2019-20 fiscal year, the town has also allocated $250,000 to maintaining its trail network, adding amenities to existing trails and trail alignment studies, according to previous Community Impact reporting.

Additionally, since Jan. 1, 68 trees have been planted in Flower Mound, Demmitt added.

Some context

The awards have included funding for median landscaping work since 1985, according to Keep Texas Beautiful.

Other communities recognized as 2025 winners are Blanco, Port Aransas, Pilot Point, Levelland, Angleton, Copperas Cove, Haltom City, Waco and Laredo.

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Connor is a government reporter covering city councils of Coppell, Grapevine, Plano and Richardson. He joined Community Impact in June 2023 and previously covered the cities of Wylie, Sachse and Princeton. He graduated from Southern Methodist University with a degree in journalism and political science.

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A Denton County adult has been diagnosed with the measles, the county's Public Health department announced Wednesday. It's the county's first reported case.

The county said the person's vaccination status is unknown and that although the individual will not be identified, the list of potential exposure locations will be.

"Today's case is further evidence that measles cases are on the rise – and the DFW area is no exception," said Dr. Matt Richardson, Director of Public Health. "While we haven't linked this case to an existing outbreak, it highlights two realities: vaccines are important, and if you have signs and symptoms, you should be tested."

The individual spent time in Arlington, Flower Mound, Lewisville and Richardson from April 19 through April 22. DCPH said more locations may be added.

Tarrant County Public Health said it was notified by DCPH about the possible exposure in April and said the individual is not a Tarrant County resident.

People who visited known locations during the specified times should:

Collin County Health Care Services said anyone who was at the venues on the dates listed above should monitor themselves for measles symptoms through April 20.

The symptoms of measles include:

While most people's symptoms improve, about 1 in 5 unvaccinated people who get measles will be hospitalized. About 1 out of every 1,000 children with measles will develop brain swelling that can lead to brain damage, and up to 3 of every 1,000 children who become infected will die, the CDC says.

The largest outbreak so far this year has been in West Texas, but cases have been reported in other states around the country as well.

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S.E. Jenkins is a digital content producer for CBS Texas. She has also been a Digital Content Producer in Tallahassee and Myrtle Beach. S.E. graduated with journalism degrees from Texas State University, Aarhus Universitet and City, University of London.

The Flower Mound Planning and Zoning Commission on Monday recommended approval of a request to increase the parking ratio for a proposed H-E-B grocery store in the Furst Ranch development, allowing for significantly more parking spaces than town regulations currently allow.

Jonathan Kerby, a representative from engineering firm Kimley Horn, and Becca Wang, a representative with H-E-B, were at the P&Z meeting to answer questions in regard to a request to increase the parking ratio for a 22.86-acre lot near the northeast corner of Hwy 377 and FM 1171.

The recommendation was made to increase the parking ratio from 1 space every 250 square feet to 1 space every 150 feet.

In this case, the size of the potential grocery store would be 110,000 square feet. Under the Town’s current regulations, the parking lot would hold about 440 parking spaces. Under the recommended request, there could be up to 773 spaces.

Jonathan Kerby from Kimley Horn said the 1:150 ratio is standard across H-E-B locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

He cited a parking study done to justify the increase in parking spaces.

They looked at other locations in the Metroplex, including Plano, the first Frisco location and the Alliance location in North Fort Worth.

“On a normal Sunday in August, the parking lot was about 86 percent full,” he said. “On the day before a holiday, in this case December 23, the parking lot was 99 percent full or more with cars circulating trying to find a spot.”

In Plano, he said at one time there were 61 cars were circulating the parking lot with just six spots open.

While in deliberation, commissioner Michelle Jackson said it would be hard to recommend the full 1:150 ratio for approval.

“This is a lot of concrete,” she said. “I don’t know if we could potentially find some middle ground. I want there to be a great option in West Flower Mound, but there is more parking than building here.”

Commissioner Todd Bayuk said this is an extra special exception, but something that was talked about a lot when Furst Ranch started asking people what they wanted was a grocery store–and an H-E-B, in particular.

“Even though this is an exception of an exception, I think there are justifiable reasons for doing it,” he said. “I think it makes sense and I know the residents out there, including myself, will be excited to have this as an addition.”

Another concern from the commission was the commitment of H-E-B being a possible applicant. Recently, the grocer chose to build a store on the Denton side of I-35W at Robson Ranch Road instead of the Argyle side.

“We are moving forward with the Furst Ranch development and the parking study was one of the major things that we were looking for,” said Wang. “With buying or leasing properties, one of the major things that we look at is ‘can we have a fully functioning store here’… so, getting this through at this time was super important.”

The commission unanimously recommended the approval and the request is expected to go to Town Council on May 5.

When you find out there’s a suburb of Dallas that not only boasts award-winning schools and beautiful homes but also has breathtaking views of Grapevine Lake and plenty of outdoor amenities, is it any wonder you’re ready to hire the moving truck and hit the road?

If it sounds too good to be true, we can reassure you that this magical place really does exist. Flower Mound, TX, is a wonderful suburban community of just over 77,000 residents who love where they live. Central Flower Mound puts you less than 10 miles from DFW International Airport, 28 miles from Dallas and 25 miles from Fort Worth. The convenience alone makes it worth a second glance, but the true inspiration for moving here is the promise of an excellent quality of life.

Here are a few of the many reasons we think life is better in Flower Mound.

We touched on this already, but you can’t overlook the convenience of living within an easy commute of booming metropolitan areas like Dallas and Fort Worth, especially when you remember that DFW International Airport is delightfully close. These two cities boast world-class museums, the historic stockyards, vibrant arts districts and some of the finest Tex-Mex cuisine in the country. But how nice would it be to enjoy everything they offer without the drawbacks of living in a crowded city? Plus, Flower Mound’s close proximity to the DFW Metroplex makes the city a center for business — more than 2,000 businesses operate here.

The schools in Flower Mound are served by the Lewisville Independent School District, which lays claim to some of the most highly-rated public schools in Denton County. There are several options for elementary, middle and high school students planning to take advantage of the public school system, but there are also a host of private and charter schools offering alternative choices for families. Coram Deo Academy, Founders Classical Academy and Guidepost Montessori are just a few of the options available in the non-traditional education sphere.

There are also plenty of options for adult education here. North Central Texas College has an extension campus in Parker Square that offers literacy classes like GED prep, reading and math. OLLI at UNT provides non-credit courses, lectures and special events. ESL classes are available at North Texas Adult Education & Literacy (NTAEL), and the Flower Mound Community Activity Center has a roster of youth and adult educational programs, as well as fitness classes and sports leagues.

You can’t live in Flower Mound without spending some time on the water. Grapevine Lake has been described by some as both “sprawling and awe-inspiring,” and it is the place to be on summer nights as the sun sinks. This majestic water playground spans over 8,000 acres and is a beloved destination for locals keen on boating, water skiing, fishing, camping and windsurfing. Two marinaras are available for boaters, with Scott’s Landing Marina being the largest. If you would rather keep your feet on dry ground, the lake has nearly 10 miles of wilderness trails waiting to be explored on foot or bicycle, such as North Shore Trail, Meadowmere Park Trail and Vineyards Campground Nature Trail. You can also find plenty of parks and green spaces to explore along the shoreline, as well as a nearby golf course.

You don’t have to leave town to pick up groceries or find local amenities to enjoy. For starters, there are literally dozens of parks in the community. A few favorites include Stone Creek Park, Rheudasil Park and Heritage Park, which often hosts annual local events. Many feature picnic tables and playgrounds, making the city ideal for young families to raise their children. There are also several sports fields within city limits, like the soccer fields and baseball diamonds at Bakersfield Park and Chinn Chapel Soccer Complex.

As far as shopping is concerned, there are several grocery stores in the community like Market Street, Sprouts Farmers Market and Kroger. Southeast Flower Mound also features The Shops at Lakeside, a 160-acre mixed-use development featuring a range of restaurants and boutiques. If you need another way to pass the time, you could also spend the evening with the Flower Mound Symphony Orchestra, take your children to story hour at Flower Mound Public Library, practice your swing at Tour 18 Golf Course or indulge in a little farm-to-table shopping at the Flower Mound Farmers Market.

From concerts in the summer to festival Christmas festivities, Flower Mound knows how to throw a good festival. The Parks & Recreation Department posts an annual event roster featuring countless ways to enjoy life in the community. Local favorites include the Independence Fest, the Arts Festival at Heritage Park and the Holi Festival. The renowned Flower Mound Smoke & Whiskey Fest also features three whiskey-tasting sessions, live music, vendors and a People’s Choice BBQ competition.

Young families have plenty to look forward to with their children, too. The annual Concerts in the Park series features family-friendly music and food trucks at Heritage Park during May. The Easter Egg Scramble is a yearly tradition that invites children of all ages to indulge in egg hunts and games. And, of course, the Flower Mound Christmas Parade in December is a treasured favorite with its colorful floats, marching bands, vendors and a visit with Santa Claus.