Good morning, Denton.

Denton’s Community Shelter, run by Our Daily Bread, held a virtual town hall on July 23 where Executive Director Wendy McGee explained the nonprofit will shift from an emergency shelter model to a housing-focused program that will reduce bed capacity while increasing case management. The new plan will take effect on Sept. 1 and modify day shelter hours from Aug. 1 — focusing resources on long-term housing stability — with additional diversion beds added.

H-E-B plans to build a 119,000-square-foot store at the northeast corner of University Drive and Bonnie Brae Street near the University of North Texas.

Construction will begin in late spring 2026 (the company bought the property in October 2015 and is now working with city officials on permits), making it the second H-E-B planned for Denton.

Residents in Denton said the HOA’s drainage of the pond on Sherman Drive and Hercules Lane in early July led to wildlife harm—killing fish and leaving beavers and Canada geese without a home.

City staff and the HOA board are discussing solutions as neighbors express concern over the $70,000 spent and the loss of natural habitat.

Local health coach Aimee Dyess said that including anti-inflammatory foods like leafy greens, berries, and healthy fats in meals may help lower brain fog and cut chronic illness risk—advice offered as families plan back-to-school recipes during National Wellness Month.

She explained that even small diet changes can boost energy and well-being—changes that may support quicker healing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

97th Annual North Texas Fair & Rodeo

9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — North Texas Fair and Rodeo — Check official website — Experience ten nights of country music, rodeos, and attractions perfect for all ages.

American Red Cross CPR Certification Class

10 AM – 12 PM — Stoke Coworking — Cost varies — Gain essential CPR skills and certification for emergency situations involving all ages.

Randall King Live

7 PM - 1 AM — North Texas Fair and Rodeo — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt melodies of country artist Randall King under the stars.

ReaperCon 2025

9 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. — Denton Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Explore the world of miniatures with fellow enthusiasts at this four-day celebration.

Dream Home for Sale in Denton

6-7:30 p.m. — 3412 San Lucas Lane — $399,000 — Explore this spacious 4-bedroom home in a vibrant community with great amenities.