Good morning, Denton.

Feeding America’s Mind the Meal Gap report showed that nearly 1.4 million North Texans experienced food insecurity in 2024 as local food banks saw a 35% rise in demand — federal cuts further strained available resources.

Atomic Candy on Denton Square remains busy as owner Scott Dalrymple uses social media trends to boost demand for treats such as Dubai chocolate and NeeDoh (a viral hit) while planning holiday candy picks early.

The store expects these trends to keep it thriving for regular and holiday shoppers.

Three Denton public libraries will close during some normal operating hours in August for maintenance and staff training, per a city news release.

The Denton City Council unanimously approved the 2026 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development today, offering nearly $2 million in federal funding to local nonprofits for housing, shelter, and community programs.

Nearly 100 people have been sickened by salmonella linked to recalled eggs produced in Texas between June 6 and July 3, officials said, with symptoms starting between Nov.

21 and June 30. Consumers are advised to check refrigerators+return or discard the eggs to prevent further illness.

At Cowboys training camp today, Dak Prescott wore a Super Bowl XXX championship shirt to send a strong message for the new season—George Pickens also reported as expected after signing a $27.3M franchise tag.

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.