Saturday, August 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Denton's N. Locust and N. Elm Streets will close from Aug. 26 to Sept. 30 for downtown improvements, maintaining cross street access and encouraging continued local business support. City of Denton
- ➤ Cross Timbers Church in Argyle sees the departure of two founding pastors, following the earlier resignation of two others, amidst a backdrop of leadership changes and controversy. KERA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three people were killed in a six-vehicle collision on I-35W in Argyle, causing a shutdown of the northbound lanes for over four hours. Cross Timbers Gazette
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Woman's University introduces the Doswell School of Aeronautical Sciences, increasing female representation in aviation and addressing the pilot shortage. NBC 5
- ➤ A Denton ISD school bus driver was fired following an investigation after accusations of erratic driving, with no children harmed during the incident. NBC 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denton proposes a 20% higher city budget for 2024-25 at $2.35B and a property tax rate increase, with public hearings set for Sept. 10. KERA
- ➤ The Denton City Council's Charter Review Committee decided against recommending changes to the council's composition or term limits, maintaining the status quo. Denton Record-Chronicle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ North Texas anticipates a thrilling football season, with SMU joining the ACC, local high schools targeting state titles, and UNT aiming for postseason success. KERA
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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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