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Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After campus reopened on Jan 29 following heavy snow, students reported that icy ramps and narrow paths made it hard to travel safely, with eight accidents recorded. Cleaning crews have been working on main entrances plus accessibility issues remain under review. North Texas Daily
- ➤ University officials interviewed Lhexa D’Avignon, a teaching fellow and math grad student, on Jan. 16 over an alleged violation of restroom rules (Policy 04.028) linked to a new state law, and the Office of Compliance said no further action is planned as student groups express concern. KERA
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Big Easy Festival Featuring Bayou Beast Rage Room
5-9 p.m. — Little Elm Park — Free entry — Celebrate Mardi Gras with Cajun food, live music, and a unique rage room experience.
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