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Denton
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new permanent Boys & Girls Club will soon open at 195 W. Corporate Drive in Lewisville — a former fire station — and it will offer low-cost after school and summer programs to Denton County children. It is managed by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County with a $3 million donation from Denton County using remaining American Rescue Plan funds. Cross Timbers Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, nearly 60 firefighters fought a fierce blaze that destroyed three homes in Denton County’s unincorporated Rocky Point area as they used tankers to haul water from nearby locations—neighbors said the high temperatures forced short work periods and one person suffered minor injuries. NBC 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City Auditor's Office released a new report on Streets—drainage maintenance showing that asset conditions are monitored but planning details and work order documentation are weak, and funding may be too low to meet service needs. City of Denton
- ➤ The Denton City Council is discussing next year’s budget to cover a $14 million shortfall and rising service costs—this may force increases in water, sewer and recreation fees starting Oct. 1. A public hearing is set for Sept. 9 while final decisions on property taxes and fee adjustments will be considered on Sept. 16. KERA
- ➤ Governor Greg Abbott signed SB840 and SB15 to help make housing more affordable but these new rules affect only cities with over 150,000 people — leaving Flower Mound and other small towns unchanged — after local leaders testified against them. The bills aim to ease zoning rules for apartments and mixed-use areas while keeping small communities like Flower Mound unaffected. Cross Timbers Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rubik's Cube 5K, 10K, & 15K Run
11:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. — North Lakes Park — Registration fees apply — Run through vibrant challenges and earn unique finisher cubes.
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Compost, Soil and Mulch Workshop
9–11 a.m. — Denton Senior Center — Free entry — Learn how to restore topsoil and improve your gardening foundation for a thriving garden.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The quieter you become, the more you can hear.
~ Ram Dass
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