Good morning, Denton.

Earlier this month, Denton City Council denied the Denton Community Market's request for $80,200 in hotel occupancy tax funds—citing low performance scores.

The nonprofit now must look for other funding options.

Earlier this month, the Denton City Council denied an $80,200 hotel occupancy tax funding request for Denton Community Market—citing low scores on new performance reviews.

Some questioned the nonprofit’s management following the decision.

American Airlines had a maintenance problem that delayed 1,000 flights—over 400 delays and about 40 cancellations at DFW occurred yesterday.

Many passengers missed their connections and experienced changed travel plans as the airline worked with alternative processes.

Faculty at the local university are upset that they did not receive meaningful salary raises for FY25 while administrators saw significant pay increases—faculty say the lack of transparency and small raises leave them feeling undervalued and pressured to find extra work to keep up with rising costs.

The City Council in Denton will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 14th at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall to consider re-zoning about 1 acre of land from a Mixed Use Neighborhood district to a Suburban Corridor district—this change would include a $2,000 penalty for violations.

The Denton City Council will hold a public hearing Tuesday, October 14th at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall—City Council Chambers at 215 E McKinney St to review an ordinance that shifts about 34.5 acres south of US380 from Rural Areas to Light Industrial and about 22.5 acres north and south of US380 from Low Residential to Community Mixed Use. The amendment aligns with the Denton 2040 plan and includes a severability clause and an effective date.

The Denton City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 14 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall—this meeting will review a petition for the annexation of about 15.011 acres north of West University Drive and 500 feet east of Nail Road and let interested citizens speak or observe.

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.

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.

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.

Denton Art and Jazz Festival

3 PM – 10 PM — Quakertown Park — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant music and art across multiple stages at this can't-miss community festival.

Guerilla Toss Live Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticket prices not specified — Experience an explosive performance from the art rock band known for their energetic dance punk and mesmerizing live shows.

Metalachi Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — Check venue for entry fees — Experience a unique blend of mariachi and metal music with Metalachi.

Juan Wauters Live Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — $21 & up — Experience a live performance by Juan Wauters at a local favorite venue in Denton, TX.

Dentonpalooza 5

6 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — Benefits local charities — A charity variety show featuring unique performances and local talents in Denton, TX.

Laura Stevenson Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional journey of acclaimed singer-songwriter Laura Stevenson as she performs her new album.

Taraneh

7-9 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Cost not specified — Experience the nu-grunge sounds of Comet as she showcases her breakout EP in Denton’s underground scene.