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Denton
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Denton deputy fire marshal Gary Weiland + former American Ninja Warrior competitor received a $5,000 award on Wednesday from National Life Group’s Do Good Heroes program and will donate the funds to nonprofits. Denton Record-Chronicle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Airbnb is offering a $750 bonus to first-time hosts in North Texas to welcome World Cup visitors. Homeowners must list their whole home by July 31 and check local rules, and hosts are expected to earn about $4,400 during the event. NBC 5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Travel agents in North Texas say that recent cartel violence in Mexico has many calling in to change their spring break plans. They advise checking travel advisories and confirming bookings (with trips to Puerto Vallarta still seen as safe) as restrictions are being lifted. CBS Texas
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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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IRONMAN 70.3 Dallas-Little Elm 2026
12-8 p.m. — The Cove at The Lakefront — Free entry — Cheer on participants in a thrilling triathlon event with swimming, biking, and running.
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Tater-Tot Trot
7:50-9:45 a.m. — North Lakes Park — Entry fee not specified — Embrace the fun with family and trot your way to a tasty TATER-TOT FINISHER MEDAL!
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Great American Cleanup
8 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Quakertown Civic Center — Free entry — Help enhance the Denton community by participating in the largest local cleanup event.
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