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Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A utility-related explosion in Lake Dallas injured one resident Thursday evening and caused some locals to temporarily relocate while crews and utility teams worked to restore service — Atmos Energy offered hotel rooms, and most impacted residents are set to return later Friday. Cross Timbers Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris, best known for Walker, Texas Ranger, died Thursday at 86; he maintained close bonds with North Texas (including Irving where local displays honor his films) as fans remember his lasting legacy. CBS Texas
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences will restructure its schools and departments in fall 2026 to address a $45 million deficit. Dean Albert Bimper said the change will combine departments in the communication, humanities and social sciences divisions to form new schools. North Texas Daily
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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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Health Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center — Free entry — Discover healthcare options and participate in educational sessions on preventative care.
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Gentle Yoga Bridge Class at Kendra Scott in Highland Village
Free Gentle Yoga Class at Kendra Scott in Highland Village to support Yoga Bridge - Yoga for Cancer classes. April 18th at 9am.
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Gentle Yoga Bridge Class at Kendra Scott in Highland Village
Free Gentle Yoga Class at Kendra Scott in Highland Village to support Yoga Bridge - Yoga for Cancer classes. April 18th at 9am.
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