Good morning, Denton.

At UNT, students and faculty gathered to distribute free tomato and pepper seedlings as part of the Milpa Agricultural Placemaking Project + a four-year USDA-funded initiative that aims to blend traditional farming with campus life and community outreach.

The project will expand with a public seed library, partnerships with local gardens, and curriculum enhancements in food studies + plans to create an edible campus landscape.

On Sunday evening in the 100 block of Daisey Lane, a suspect fled a traffic stop and drove into a driveway before running into a backyard with a handgun—after refusing commands to drop it, a Justin Police officer shot the suspect who later died at Medical City Denton, and officials said the suspect acted alone while the officer is on leave as Texas Rangers begin an investigation.

Texas Woman’s University will host its 2025 Senior Fashion Showcase at Blagg-Huey Library on May 2 where seniors will display new designs and a pop-up retail market—retail opens at 5:00 p.m. and the runway begins at 6:30 p.m. The event, themed Chateau Bordeaux, brings together skills from fashion design and merchandising classes to offer local audiences a glimpse of real-world fashion careers.

On Wednesday, April 23, UNT ELEVAR graduates its first cohort at the UNT spring commencement in Denton—an initiative that began in Fall 2021 to offer custom courses, internships, and life skills training to students with intellectual disabilities.

Students including Alex Bartolo, John Martin, and Noah Rahn have built a path to independence under the guidance of associate professor Brenda Barrio.

TWU kinesiology seniors from Team Pleiades won second place at the NASA Texas Space Grant Consortium Design Challenge on April 18 & earned scholarships after showcasing a wearable exercise device designed to help astronauts counter muscle loss in space.

The City of Denton launched its new 311 Contact Center on April 21 to make non-emergency city services easier to access—staffed 24 hours with trained representatives and featuring a Denton 311 app that replaced the old Engage Denton app on April 28.

Residents can call 3-1-1, use the app, or visit the website for prompt service.

North Texans will vote on May 3 for local leaders and issues including three proposals on the Denton City Council ballot.

Today is the last day for early voting—polls on election day will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The City Council staff report from April 25th outlined a new workgroup to improve homelessness services—updates also included a monthly financial report, Building Safety Month events like a children’s coloring contest and fair, and a pet spotlight for Chip in need of adoption.

Staff addressed a resident’s road closure concern on Waze—completed a sidewalk safety audit and evaluated citizen streetlight requests for future improvements.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mayfaire Renaissance Market

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

Open House at 42 Highview Circle

12-3 p.m. — 42 Highview Circle, Denton, TX — Priced at $635,000 — Explore this charming 4-bedroom home featuring a pool and spacious living areas in a sought-after neighborhood.

Denton Diablos vs Hattiesburg FC - Home Match Two - USL2

The Denton Diablos return for their second home match and third game of the USL League Two season. Come support Denton’s own semi-professional soccer team as they take the field at Texas Women’s University - Pioneer Soccer Park.