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Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Lewisville police affidavit alleges that Bobbie J. and Fred Mitchell’s grandson broke into their home and stabbed the Denton County commissioner and her husband in a premeditated attack.  Denton Record-Chronicle

CULTURE NEWS

  • North Texas Catholics are mourning Pope Francis, who died April 21, as prayers continue across the region. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, formerly the bishop in Dallas, now serves as Camerlengo and will oversee funeral arrangements—steps that start the process to choose a new pope.  CBS Texas

HEALTH NEWS

  • Terri Baker was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer in September after an emergency room visit for blood in her urine and she received treatment at Baylor Scott and White Sammons Cancer Center. Her recent CT scan shows no sign of cancer—she now urges women to speak up and take charge of their health.  NBC 5

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Open House at 509 Woodford Lane

    2-4 p.m. — 509 Woodford Lane — $285,000 — Explore a freshly updated home with a spacious layout and a gardener's dream backyard.

    Thu, 5/1/25

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  • Super Kañonazo Musical - Johnny Molina & Los Sabaneros de Aniceto

    8 p.m. — North Texas Fair and Rodeo — Ticketed event — Celebrate Mother's Day with festive cumbia music from Johnny Molina & Los Sabaneros de Aniceto.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Youth Symphony of Denton Year End Concert

    2:30-4:30 p.m. — Ryan High School Fine Arts Center — Ticket details available — Experience the culmination of youth orchestra talent in a vibrant musical performance.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • ID & Dementia Workshop

    8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas — Free for Texas residents — Learn about dementia care tailored for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a comprehensive workshop.

    Tue, 5/20/25

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  • Sideman Song Swap

    7 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — Free entry or $40 for reserved table — Enjoy local Texas Country artists showcasing their music in an intimate setting.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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  • Mayfaire Renaissance Market

    2-8 p.m. — Denton Civic Center — Explore a fantastical marketplace with over 60 merchants and a pirate trading post.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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