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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Olman Caballero, 32, drowned late Tuesday night in a Denton County pond near 5191 FM 2931 in Aubrey after he went under water, and officials ruled the death an accident — firefighters pulled him from the pond. The Dallas Morning News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owner Tonya Cobb of Cobbins Family Pumpkin Patch in Denton said Monday morning storms damaged her property—snapping trees, scattering debris and breaking the gate—and she may cancel the October opening if repair estimates this weekend push costs too high. The family-run patch, which has been central since her family moved to Sanger, faces rising expenses as the deadline to order pumpkins nears. NBC 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Denton ISD announced its 'Unplug to Connect' campaign for the 2025-2026 school year, which limits personal device use during class and requires devices to remain off and stored in backpacks or lockers—this follows a successful pilot that boosted student engagement and behavior. The new policy also includes updated campus phone procedures to better direct calls. Cross Timbers Gazette
- ➤ Even with new state funding that covers part of teacher and support staff raises, Denton ISD faces a $15 million budget deficit for the next school year—officials say increased homestead exemptions and mandated compensation costs have limited local revenue, so the district will need to boost enrollment or hold a tax ratification election. School board leaders are reviewing their options as they work to balance rising costs with changing property values. KERA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers to consider a request by CATDENTON 35, Inc. to change the zoning designation for a 68-acre site located east of North Interstate 35, north of Loop 288 and southwest of Highway 77—if approved, the proposal will be recommended to City Council for final action. City of Denton
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97th Annual North Texas Fair & Rodeo
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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.
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