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Denton
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new law in Texas will cut local health department fees and let a state food manager certificate work statewide starting September 1st, which is expected to save restaurants money and reduce paperwork. Restaurant owners say the changes will remove duplicate fees—such as for alcohol permits—and help small businesses stay afloat. NBC 5
- ➤ H-E-B purchased additional land in Denton County for a possible new store—officials said the site may be developed once planning is complete. Denton Record-Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A proposal to ban hemp-derived THC products stalled in the House — after passing the Senate earlier this month — and it is unlikely to move forward during this special session. Cross Timbers Gazette
- ➤ Denton officials proposed fee increases to cover rising personnel costs such as for police and fire—along with higher operating expenses like water and stormwater charges—at the Aug. 19 council meeting. The proposed changes will be open for public comment at the Sept. 9 hearing before the council votes. North Texas Daily
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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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Dog Days of Denton
9 AM – 2 PM — Quakertown Park — Free entry — Celebrate dogs, parks, and community with fellow dog lovers at the Dog Days of Denton festival.
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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.
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Adapted & Inclusive Recreation Dance: Fiesta Party
7-9 p.m. — Denton Senior Center — Free entry — Celebrate with traditional fiesta wear while dancing and socializing with peers in an inclusive environment.
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Bach Fest
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Woman's Club Building — $50 — Celebrate with music, dancing, and traditional German cuisine at this festive event.
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High Vis Live Concert
7-11:30 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — $32.29 — Experience the energetic blend of UK punk and melodic rock from High Vis and other bands.
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2025 Denton Haunts Ghost Walk
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum — Limited availability — Explore Denton's haunted history with spine-chilling true ghost stories.
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Sacred Sound Journey with Alison
3-4 p.m. — Juliet's Jewels — Cost information not provided — Immerse yourself in a vibrational meditative experience with gongs and various instruments for restoration and balance.
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End It Concert Night
6-8 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — $10 cover — Experience live music with Sould Blind, Raw Brigade, and Ozone at this beloved Denton venue.
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