Daily
Denton
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Denton.
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Denton City Council voted 4-3 Tuesday night to repeal the low-level marijuana decriminalization ordinance that voters approved in November on Proposition B after city officials did not enforce it. Some council members said the action defends voter intent—others worry it may lead to costly legal battles and loss of state funds if challenges arise. KERA
- ➤ Denton Enterprise Airport received two statewide awards on May 21 — National/Regional Airport of the Year and Project of the Year — for rebuilding its main runway at a cost of $22 million. The honors also recognized the airport’s planning efforts, community events and new programs that boost its role as a regional hub. City of Denton
- ➤ Internal Audit released a follow-up report on changes made after the audit of recreation facility operations; all center safes and cash drawers have been secured with video surveillance per the new cash handling policy, updated procedures now document payments, refunds, incidents, and training records — Human Resources has set a formal process to record risk reviews while the city works to obtain a new Enterprise Resource Planning software system. City of Denton
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We never have to worry about dead batteries and missed calls thanks to this portable power bank that can charge up to five devices at once. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Denton.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Texas Agricultural Exemption Class
10 AM - 12 PM — Stewart Title of North Texas - Denton — Free entry — Learn about agricultural exemptions for Texas land and tax implications.
-
Dive in Movies: Moana 2
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Water Works Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening by watching Moana 2 while splashing in the wave pool.
-
Family Fishing Day
9 a.m.–12 p.m. — Eureka 2 — Free entry — Experience a fun-filled fishing day at Denton’s favorite pond for the whole family.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay Connected Anywhere with This Powerful Portable Charger
Never worry about dead batteries or missed calls again. This high-capacity, portable power bank is a game-changer for anyone who relies on their devices throughout the day. With the ability to charge up to five devices at once, it’s perfect for families, professionals, and travelers alike.
Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its powerful output ensures your phone, tablet, earbuds, and more stay fully charged no matter where you are. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and hello to uninterrupted productivity.
Whether you’re commuting, on vacation, or working remotely, this charger is your ultimate power solution. Stay connected, stay powered, and never miss a moment.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Denton.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Denton
Welcome to the Daily Denton, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Denton, Texas community. If you like the Daily Denton, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Denton.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Denton and across Texas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Denton
A free Denton community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailydenton.com/sitemap