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Friday, August 16th, 2024
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Denton buys a 2.25-acre plot for a new park in North Denton, bolstering local green space accessible within 10 minutes for 1,200 residents. Voice of Denton
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The family of Dylan Gurley, a transgender woman murdered in Denton, is seeking justice and answers weeks after her death, amidst speculation of a hate crime. NBC 5
- ➤ Three men initially charged with murder for a May shooting in Denton have been re-indicted on robbery and assault charges by a Denton County grand jury. Denton Record-Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Denton ISD administrators are gearing up to urge lawmakers for increased funding to meet 2024 expenses, highlighting the struggle against outdated finance models. KERA
- ➤ The University of North Texas established the Center for Microelectronics in Extreme Environments to enhance semiconductor research and workforce training in line with national industry goals. Voice of Denton
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denton County was issued an excessive heat warning by the National Weather Service for Friday, forecasting dangerously hot conditions. Denton Record-Chronicle
- ➤ Denton, TX, requests residents to conserve water in anticipation of Stage 2 drought restrictions, attributed to high demand and limited treatment capacity. Voice of Denton
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Denton Charter Review Committee is deliberating over potentially increasing City Council seats and modifying at-large representation, affecting voters' future representation. Denton Record-Chronicle
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Dallas Cowboys Season Kick-Off with Chili Cook-Off
Celebrate the start of the Dallas Cowboys season with a lively chili cook-off and live game viewing at Lucky Lou's.
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Dinner Ride to Frilly's Seafood Bayou Kitchen
Experience a communal dinner ride to enjoy seafood at Frilly's Seafood Bayou Kitchen with fellow motorcycle enthusiasts.
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Community Golf Scramble at Robson Ranch
Experience a fun and competitive round of golf in a social and inclusive scramble format that encourages teamwork and camaraderie among players.
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Union Arts Workshop: Mini Mosaics
Experience the joy of creating colorful mosaic art with guidance from the Union Arts team.
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Harness Turnitin's AI Checker for Enhancing Student Writing
Learn how Turnitin's AI tool can assist in managing, assessing, and providing feedback on written assignments within Canvas to ensure student authenticity and skill improvement.
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Preserving Your Garden's Bounty
Learn from expert Bonnie Ambrose about the techniques and joys of preserving fruits and vegetables from your garden.
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Introduction to Stained Glass Workshop
Learn the basics of stained glass art and create a stunning suncatcher in this engaging workshop led by Ashleigh of Golden Haze.
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Denton Glizzyfest: The Hotdog Hoedown
Experience a fun-filled day of hotdog tasting and community spirit at the inaugural Denton Glizzyfest, benefiting a local charity.
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