Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Deep red roses adorn a wreath at Denton County Memorial Park—each rose honoring a local officer who died in the line of duty—ensuring the community remembers their sacrifice. Denton Record-Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Feeding America data shows Texas is the hungriest state for the second year with a 17.6% food insecurity rate affecting 5.4 million people as rising costs make feeding families harder. In North Texas, nearly 1.3 million residents face hunger with 61% in Dallas County—local groups are expanding food distribution to help meet the need. The Dallas Morning News
- ➤ A North Texas clinic called Prenuvo offers rapid full-body MRI scans that can detect over 500 conditions including cancer and brain aneurysms. The scan takes less than one hour, costs about $2,500, and results are reviewed by a radiologist— giving patients early insight into their health. CBS Texas
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Tater-Tot Trot
12:45 - 2:45 PM — North Lakes Park — Registration required — A family-friendly racing event featuring a 5K and a Kid's Dash with unique tater-tot themed medals.
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Indie Rock Evening with MNKR, Edgar Derby, and Makeshift Tapedeck
9-11:59 p.m. — Harvest House — Check for ticket prices — An evening of indie rock featuring local favorites and a Louisiana band.
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Trivia Night on the Patio
7-9 p.m. — PINSTACK Plano — Free to play — Eat, drink & show off your trivia knowledge at themed trivia night hosted by Get it Games Trivia.
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