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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Denton police arrested a 31-year-old man on Tuesday — trash workers tipped them off and officers seized nearly 12 pounds of drugs from his home. Denton Record-Chronicle
- ➤ On March 26, officers Marcial Codero and H. Chavez rescued two children from a burning home on Whistler Drive in Little Elm—earning them high commendations including Lifesaver and Valor awards and a challenge coin from the mayor. CBS Texas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House Bill 32 was introduced in February by Rep. Angie Chen Button to let landlords skip a hearing and speed up evictions — tenant advocates warn the change will limit renters' rights by forcing a three-day reply and allowing courts to be chosen far from tenants. Critics say the rule could hurt low-income areas and communities of color if it passes. NBC 5
- ➤ The Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall to review a request to rezone 3.158 acres at the northwest corner of Teasley Lane — Hunter’s Creek Road from the Overlay Planned Development to the Public Facilities District. The commission’s recommendation will be sent to City Council for final action under the Denton 2040 Comprehensive Plan. City of Denton
- ➤ On Wednesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m., the Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold an in-person public hearing at City Hall—215 E McKinney St—to consider a request to rezone about 3.158 acres at the northwest corner of Teasley Lane and Hunter’s Creek Road for Denton Fire Station #6; the commission’s recommendation will be sent to City Council for final action. Voice of Denton
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MOVE In-Person Operations & Truck Maintenance Training
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Discovery Park — Registration required — Get hands-on training for the MOVE truck operations and maintenance with IEEE USA MOVE.
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DAPC’s 4th Annual Fae Folk Market
1-6 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Free entry — Celebrate folk music, whimsical dancing, and unique vendors in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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2025 Quad State Senior Open
7 AM - 4 PM — Robson Ranch, Denton, TX — $55 entry — Competitive age/skill pickleball tournament for players 50+ featuring various events.
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Health, College & Career Fair
3-6 p.m. — 1300 Wilson St. — Free entry — Explore health screenings and career opportunities at this interactive fair.
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Chris Watson Performance
7-11 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — Free entry — Experience the Sideman Song Swap featuring Chris Watson, showcasing his unique talents in a lively setting.
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Snooze and Friends Concert
7-11 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — $12 — Experience a night of math rock and progressive tunes with Snooze, Sloth, Painted Light, and Splendor Riot.
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Wade Bagley Live Performance
8:30 PM — Dan's SilverLeaf — $8 adv / $12 dos — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Wade Bagley and Jaxon Malone at this 21+ venue.
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