Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
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🌲 Environment
A winter storm will approach Denton County from Friday afternoon through late Saturday night, and officials expect the power grid to hold though ice may cause localized outages.
Gov. Abbott has activated state emergency resources, urging residents to prepare for hazardous travel conditions.
🏛️ Government
ERCOT said the grid is ready for a winter storm that will bring subfreezing temperatures by Friday and possible ice through Saturday.
Denton residents are advised to prepare by checking home systems and stocking emergency supplies — officials confirm resources are in place to meet rising power demands.
Shoppers are stocking up on winter supplies as Gov. Abbott (who ordered TDEM to activate state emergency resources) prepares for a potential ice and snow storm coming Thursday in the DFW area.
Supplies include firewood, deicing materials, and basic groceries.
🎉 Denton Events
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Sacred Sound Journey with Alison
3:00-4:20 p.m. — Juliet's Jewels — Cost unknown — Immerse yourself in a healing sound experience featuring gongs and various instruments.
Trek Fest Celebration
6-10:30 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — $10 cover — Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek with live music, vendors, and a cosplay contest.
Once Upon A Run 5K
1:30-4:15 p.m. — 2001 W Windsor Dr, Denton, TX — Registration required — Celebrate sisterhood and fairy tale fun in an all-female 5K race.
Grand Opening - Gene H. Fuhrman Memorial Telecommunications Education Center
UNT will honor the memory of Gene Fuhrman, NTSU 1986, with a short ceremony to open an exhibit in his honor. The exhibit commemorates the work of Gene and his parents in developing Muenster Telephone Co. into one of the finest rural telecommunications companies in the the USA, and show cases the evolution of telecommunications technology.
Denton Mardi Gras 2026
7-10 p.m. — Greater Denton Arts Council — Ticketed event — Experience an elevated Mardi Gras with cocktails, gourmet bites, and live entertainment benefiting local children.
North Texas Mean Green vs. Tulane Green Wave
1:00 – 9:59 p.m. — UNT Coliseum (“The Super Pit”) — VIP ticket options available — Experience college basketball with exclusive perks and excitement in Denton.
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