Good morning, Denton.

Ponder coach Blake Crutsinger returned home after a freak track meet accident that left him with a brain injury, and community members gathered in his yard and on the street to celebrate his progress (he continues with outpatient rehab to relearn his verbal skills).

Texas Woman’s and Dairy MAX launched a three-year nutrition education partnership in April at the Cochran Wellness Kitchen on the TWU Denton campus; ten dietetic students led hands-on workshops that taught healthy recipes + dairy fundamentals to fellow students.

Denton city staff briefed the City Council on a 282% rise in homelessness from 2019 to 2025 as they reviewed initiatives to ease service strain; officials said additional measures may be introduced soon to support affected residents.

Southern Denton County towns, including Denton, have banned personal fireworks use to protect residents and pets (with fines up to $1,000 per violation and $2,000 for firing them), so residents are encouraged to enjoy professional displays at planned local events.

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.

Brotherkenzie Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical talent of Brotherkenzie from Minnesota in a lively Denton venue.

Different Strokes Tribute Show

8-9 p.m. — Dan's Silverleaf — $12-$15 // $75 for reserved table — Experience a night of rock nostalgia with tributes to The Strokes and Alice In Chains.