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Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ North Texas women Colette Lipszyc and Pam Goldminz lead weekly walks in Dallas to honor October 7 attack victims and support families of 48 hostages held by Hamas—700 people attended a recent event as the group vows to keep walking until every hostage is freed and Lipszyc’s personal loss fuels her commitment. CBS Texas
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denton 311 now gives residents real-time text alerts for service requests and sends waste reminders—helping them know when to set out trash and recycling or expect delays due to weather or holidays. The system, launched in April, is part of a city effort to simplify non-emergency services. City of Denton
- ➤ Last week, Denton City Council launched a pilot program using digital water meters — designed to catch leaks sooner and cut costs. Officials expect the test to shape future automation of the city’s water system. Denton Record-Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Texas has expanded its Newborn Screening Program to add four new rare diseases such as Hunter Syndrome—aiming for earlier detection while families still face challenges getting timely and affordable care. The fee will rise on Jan. 1 to support the updated tests, and many families in North Texas continue to struggle with long travel times and costly treatments. KERA
- ➤ Community health centers in North Texas worry the government shutdown may delay federal reimbursements and force clinics to reduce vital patient services. Leaders at Prism Health and LBU Community Clinic say longer delays could strain funding—making it harder for patients to receive preventive care. KERA
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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.
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Dentonpalooza 5
6 p.m. — Dan's SilverLeaf — Benefits local charities — A charity variety show featuring unique performances and local talents in Denton, TX.
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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.
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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.
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2025 Denton Celebrate Life 5K
1:15-4 p.m. — North Lakes Park — Benefiting local cancer support — Join the community for the 5th Annual Celebrate Life Survivors 5K Run.
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DMAC Monster Dash Fun Run 5k
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM — North Lakes Park — Registration required — Get into the Halloween spirit with a timed fun-run and a trick-or-treat trail at the park.
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PONY Live Performance
6:30-8 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of PONY as they showcase their latest album, Velveteen.
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Wombo Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Rubber Gloves Rehearsal Studio — Ticket prices vary — Experience Wombo's captivating sound from their new album 'Danger in Fives' in Denton's vibrant music scene.
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