Good morning, Denton.

Southern Denton County paddlers will have five new trails open today at 11 a.m. at Lakeside Community Park in Highland Village (TPWD partnered with the city to add loop and one-way options for fishing and wildlife viewing).

Residents in Denton County can cool off at free cooling stations offered by public facilities and service providers this summer 2026.

Local postings will share hours and locations to help beat the heat.

Village Bakery in West explains that its savory pastry is a klobasnik, not a traditional sweet kolache.

With the Czech national football team training in North Texas soon, visitors can enjoy a taste of local Czech heritage along Interstate 35.

UNT Libraries in Denton received a landmark jazz broadcast collection donated by musician Hal Miller today; the archive spans over five decades (since 1975) and will soon be available for students, researchers and jazz fans.

A new report from the Texas Women's Foundation shows that more than half of Texas counties are childcare deserts with over 112,000 children lacking affordable care, a condition that may also impact families in Denton as high infant care costs over $11,000 a year strain workforce participation + economic growth.

Basketball Camp: Point Guard College at Texas Woman's University

June 29 - July 3 — Texas Woman's University — $1,095 — A five-day overnight camp focused on basketball skills, leadership, and mindset for dedicated players.

Ak'Chamel Concert

7-11 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticketed event — Experience the unique sounds of Ak'Chamel live in Denton.

Denton Noon Kiwanis Club Firework Show

6-10 p.m. — North Texas Fair and Rodeo — Free entry — Celebrate America's 250th with a spectacular fireworks show in Denton.

Basketball Camp: Scoring College at Texas Woman's University

July 7th-11th — Texas Woman's University — Registration required — Develop your scoring skills and basketball IQ at this comprehensive overnight camp.

Jaxon Malone Band Live

7-11 p.m. — Dan's Silverleaf — $12-15 general admission, $75 reserved table — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Jaxon Malone and The Band Laredo.

Many Hands Fest

5:30 – 11:30 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticket info available — Enjoy a diverse lineup of local bands at this multifaceted music festival.

Denton Diablos vs Fort Worth Vaqueros

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Mean Green Soccer and Track & Field Stadium — Cost Info Not Provided — Catch the action as the Denton Diablos face off against Fort Worth Vaqueros in USL League Two play.

Basketball Camp at Texas Woman's University

Mon-Fri, Jul 13-17 — Texas Woman's University — Registration required — Elevate your child's basketball skills and leadership at this immersive camp.

Clay Birds and Friends Performance

6-7 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — $20 — Experience an evening of unique artistic performances on the patio.

DCI: Drum Corps International

3:30-8:30 a.m. — DATCU Stadium — Tickets start at $137 — Experience the excitement of live marching music at DCI: Drum Corps International.