Good morning, Denton.

Officials warn that towing sleds behind vehicles is dangerous after a 16-year-old from Frisco died when a Jeep-pulled sled hit a tree; they urge residents to play safely on private property.

On Sunday, Jan. 25 at 3:10 p.m., Lewisville firefighters rescued a man and a woman from a frozen retention pond along Hwy 121 after they entered icy water trying to save a dog — firefighters later spent 45 minutes searching without success.

ERCOT's grid held up (according to SMU expert Bruce Bullock) after a winter storm challenged power supply on Monday.

A federal backup order issued Sunday will remain until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday to allow extra power if needed.

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.