Daily
Denton
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Starting Monday, Texas law bans the sale and advertising of vapes containing cannabinoid derivatives, alcohol, Kratom, kava, mushrooms, or tianeptine, and prohibits products made in foreign adversary countries or designed to appeal to minors—businesses may face fines up to $4,000 or up to one year in jail for violations. NBC 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas law SB 2024 will ban sales of vapes that contain cannabinoids on Sept 1—those who sell risk up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine although possession remains legal. Lawmakers set the ban to help keep teenage users from getting these products. KERA
- ➤ House Bill 35 will create a new peer support network to help firefighters and EMS workers access mental health care; the law goes into effect Sept 1 and the network will be fully operational by March 2026—designed after a successful law enforcement program. KERA
- ➤ TxDOT warned Denton County drivers that major construction near the I-35E/I-35W interchange and on I-35W from McCormick Street to U.S. 380 may cause delays on game days at DATCU Stadium during UNT Mean Green football games. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes such as Loop 288 and FM 1173—allow extra travel time and check traffic updates before travel. Cross Timbers Gazette
- ➤ Starting Sept. 1, 835 new Texas laws will take effect and change rules for land buying, e-cigarettes, health care, and more. Some laws will raise penalties for assaulting utility workers and add funds for film makers and first responders — changes that will affect many Texans every day. KERA
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The best time to prepare for an emergency is when there isn't one.
~ Unknown
About Daily Denton
Welcome to the Daily Denton, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Denton, Texas community. If you like the Daily Denton, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Denton.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Denton and across Texas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Denton
A free Denton community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailydenton.com/sitemap