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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

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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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.

    Wed, 6/11/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 6/17/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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