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Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Southern Denton County residents can buy emergency prep supplies tax free starting Saturday at midnight until Monday. The state explains that items like portable generators under $3,000 and emergency ladders under $300 qualify (delivery charges may affect tax exemption). Cross Timbers Gazette
- ➤ Ponder started building the 1-mile Anderson Farms Parkway on Apr. 12 to ease congestion on FM 156 and serve as a second access to Ponder ISD’s campuses. The $6.5 million road, named to honor the Anderson family, will be completed in fall. Cross Timbers Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dallas Cowboys are set to boost their roster in the NFL Draft with key moves including first-round pick Caleb Downs from Ohio State and local standout Anthony Hill (from Denton Ryan High School) as they trade down for extra picks. CBS Texas
- ➤ Texas NFL draft prospects with local ties were in focus when projections placed Jordyn Tyson among top picks + former Denton Ryan standout Anthony Hill Jr. as a strong second-round choice before the draft began Thursday, Apr. 23. NBC 5
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Denton Dash Family 5k
8:30-11:00 a.m. — Denton High School — Registration required — Sprint through the 13th annual 5k and enjoy the accompanying vendor fair.
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8th Annual Denton Taco Fest
2-7 p.m. — Lucky Lou's — Entry fee supporting local schools — Enjoy a variety of delicious tacos while contributing to the Denton Public School Foundation.
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Jake Xerxes Fussell with Alex Dupree
7-10 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — $20 adv / $25 dos — Experience a night of live music featuring Jake Xerxes Fussell and Alex Dupree.
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Youth Symphony of Denton Year End Concert
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Voertman Hall — Tickets required — Experience the youthful artistry of talented musicians performing classical masterpieces.
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