Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tarrant Area Food Bank will become the exclusive food bank for Denton County, ending a 42-year collaboration with the North Texas Food Bank to enhance service consistency and address the area's increasing food insecurity. KERA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Stephanie Woods has been appointed as the new dean of the College of Nursing at Texas Woman’s University, bringing notable experience and leadership to strengthen nursing education. Voice of Denton
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denton, TX, is on the brink of implementing Stage 2 drought restrictions due to high water demand and ongoing repairs at a key treatment facility, prompting calls for intensified water conservation. Voice of Denton
- ➤ North Texas is experiencing its hottest day of the year with temperatures reaching 106 degrees, prompting an excessive heat warning across the region. CBS Texas
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denton's recent city efforts include avoiding Stage 2 Drought Restrictions due to water conservation, temporary closure of Emily Fowler Central Library for improvements, and winning an award for procurement practices. Voice of Denton
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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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Mexican Independence Day Celebration at Legacy Hall
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with live music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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Block Printing Workshop at The DIME Store
Learn the art of block printing and create your own unique stamps in this hands-on workshop.
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