Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
Good morning, Denton.
💼 Business
Launch Entertainment, a leading family entertainment franchise, will open a new 30,000 square-foot park — featuring duckpin bowling, arcade games, trampolines, virtual reality experiences, obstacle courses and a restaurant/bar — at Golden Triangle Mall in Denton in 2026.
Local entrepreneur Satwinderpal Singh, with over 15 years of business experience, is leading the project to bring a fresh destination for family fun to the community.
🎭 Culture
Hilarity Theater Improv invites Denton residents to its Back to School Improv Show at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 30 at the NCTC Black Box Theatre, where the family-friendly event will feature a mix of short-form games and long-form scenes.
Founded by theatre professor and comedian Nick Cutelli, the group aims to create an inclusive space—welcoming students, families and community members to enjoy live, unscripted comedy.
Registration is now open for the second-annual Scary Chairy Orchard—a key Halloween art event held as part of Denton's 31 Days of Denton.
Participants aged 16 and older can design unique Halloween-themed chairs and must register by Sept. 19—before dropping them off at City Hall Courtyard on Sept. 25-27.
🎓 Education
A new Texas law bans personal devices in public schools from first bell to last—only medical or emergency needs allow an exception.
Denton ISD and other North Texas districts must update their written policies by September 18 as they work to remove classroom distractions.
🏛️ Government
The city report said weather delays pushed Riney Road’s reopening to Aug.
20 with temporary sidewalks in place so students can safely reach Reeves Elementary, and Mayor Hudspeth earned an award for his work on federal energy policy — a recognition that shows his efforts — while the pet spotlight featured McDonald, a shepherd mix ready for adoption. The update also warned that two mosquito traps found West Nile virus and that street work in Neighborhoods 2 and 6 will resume with a new all-way stop at North Lakes Rec Center — a measure to boost safety — as projects continue amid weather delays.
🏥 Health
Denton officials confirmed West Nile virus in mosquitoes collected at Denia Park and South Lakes Park and raised the risk level to 4; although no human cases have been reported, enhanced mosquito surveillance and a limited distribution of mosquito control briquettes are underway.
Residents are urged to remove standing water and avoid outdoor activity during peak mosquito hours (proof of residency is required for briquette pick-up).
🏈 Sports
Applications to volunteer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North Texas are now open, and organizers need over 6,000 volunteers to help run the nine matches.
Volunteers must be at least 18 (they must speak English and serve eight shifts with background checks and training) as selections will be made from December through March.
Ana Moss, a 50-year-old legally blind woman from North Texas, became a finalist for the U.S. national women’s blind cricket team during practice at Trimble Tech High School on August 11 — she overcame challenges from a kidney cancer diagnosis and rapid vision loss.
Moss is the only Texan finalist and now looks forward to competing at the Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind in India this fall.
🎉 Denton Events
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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.
Paul Causey Presentation
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Greater Denton Arts Council — Free entry — Experience an engaging presentation by artist Paul Causey showcasing his visual arts journey.
Yuno Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Details to be announced — Experience the unique sounds of Yuno in an intimate setting.
Dog Days of Denton
9 AM – 2 PM — Quakertown Park — Free entry — Celebrate dogs, parks, and community with fellow dog lovers at the Dog Days of Denton festival.
Knights of Columbus Charity Golf Tournament
12:00 p.m. — Villages of Carmel — Contact for details — Participate in the 20th annual Ric Hoff Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament.
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