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Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of North Texas settled with professor Timothy Jackson for $725,000 after he accused the school of limiting academic freedom and free speech following racial backlash from his 2020 symposium+ The settlement, ending a five-year dispute, allows Jackson to resume editing the Journal of Schenkerian Studies and drop his First Amendment claims.  KERA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Voting Centers Now (an advocacy group of Denton election workers) started a petition on June 17 asking for countywide Election Day voting because 10 to 15 percent of voters face confusion; at Tuesday's commissioner’s court, GOP Chair Melinda Preston warned that voting centers could risk voter privacy and lead to long lines. The petition aims to simplify the voting process and reduce errors in polling locations.  Cross Timbers Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Pioneer Power Sprint Triathlon & 5k

    6:45 AM – 1:00 PM — Texas Woman's University — Registration required — Participate in individual or team races with various age categories and a scenic 5K.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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  • Basketball Camp: Playmaker College

    July 22-26 — Texas Woman's University — Registration required — A comprehensive summer basketball camp designed for dedicated players to elevate their skills and mindset.

    Tue, 7/22/25

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  • Isaac Sloane & The Sound Brigade Live Concert

    9 PM - 1 AM — Harvest House — Tickets available — Experience the psychedelic jazz-infused blues and rock n' roll of Denton's own Isaac Sloane & The Sound Brigade.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • Kiwanis Arts & Crafts Show

    8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Denton Convention Center — Free admission — Explore creations from over 40 vendors at this festive summer arts and crafts gathering.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • Open House for Newly Renovated Home

    3-5 p.m. — 268 Gardenview Street, Denton, TX — $298,500 — Explore this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom home across from Evers Elementary School.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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  • Basketball Camp: Point Guard College

    July 28 - August 1 — Texas Woman's University — $1,095 — Elevate your basketball IQ with expert training and leadership development at PGC.

    Mon, 7/28/25

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  • Sparking Wonder

    8:00–9:30 p.m. — Green Space Arts Collective — Cost Info N/A — Experience a multisensory evening of breathwork and sound healing to reconnect with joy and inner truth.

    Sun, 8/3/25

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  • DFW Restaurant Week at Hannah's

    Dinner only available — Hannah's — $59 per person — Indulge in a curated pre-fix menu while supporting local charities.

    Tue, 8/5/25

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  • Adapted & Inclusive Recreation Western Rodeo

    7-9 p.m. — Denton Senior Center — $5 Registration Fee — Celebrate community and camaraderie at the annual Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation Rodeo event.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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  • Ishi Live Performance

    9 PM – 12 AM — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Tickets available — Experience a night of epic music with Ishi and DJs at Rubber Gloves.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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