Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Good morning, Denton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Denton launches Powerful Connections to allow residents to donate towards each other's utility bills, fostering community support. KERA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Woman's University's Division of Music will premiere 'Out of the Blue,' a new musical about a student overcoming adversity to pursue her dreams, on November 2-3. Voice of Denton
- ➤ The University of North Texas has initiated an independent Master of Social Work degree program, designed to prepare students for a field expecting nearly 64,000 annual job openings through 2032, offering both traditional and accelerated tracks. Voice of Denton
- ➤ The University of North Texas has founded the Center for Computational Life Sciences to enhance biological research through computational methods, backed by $25M in research grants. Voice of Denton
- ➤ The University of North Texas raised a record $67.8 million in 2024, exceeding its past record and funding campus expansions, scholarships, and research. Voice of Denton
- ➤ Texas Woman's University's Celebration of Science, scheduled for Oct 17-18, will feature lectures on venom research, CRISPR technology, and fungal diversity, highlighting interdisciplinary approaches in science. Voice of Denton
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denton County is set to experience its first fall weather on Wednesday due to a powerful cold front moving through Texas. Denton Record-Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Denton lifts water restrictions, receives Scenic City recertification, aids in hurricane recovery, wins solid waste awards, addresses water quality and proposes Timbergreen street reconstruction. Voice of Denton
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Men's Bible Study on the Gospel of Luke at The Village Church Denton
Experience an in-depth exploration of the life of Jesus through the Gospel of Luke in a supportive men's Bible study group.
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Joe Stamm Band Live at Gordy's HWY30 Texas Festival
Experience the authentic country-rock sounds of the Joe Stamm Band during their performance at the iconic Gordy's HWY30 Texas Festival at Texas Motor Speedway.
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26th Annual Community Tree Giveaway
Experience the largest tree distribution effort in Denton, offering community members the chance to receive free trees while promoting local greenery.
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Open House at 1420 Wellington Drive
Experience a beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom home in Denton, featuring modern amenities and a cozy fireplace, perfect for families.
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Red Hat Satellite V6 (Foreman/Katello) Administration Training Course
Learn comprehensive skills in managing Red Hat Satellite V6, including hands-on practices for installation, configuration, and administration over a span of four days.
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Student Vocal Recital Featuring Meilan Troeung
Experience a captivating vocal performance by Meilan Troeung in a free recital open to the public.
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Cocktails with the Distiller: Mulling Workshop
Learn to craft delicious mulled cocktails and ciders while receiving your own spice bag to take home.
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Men's Bible Study on the Gospel of Luke
Experience a deeper understanding of the life of Jesus through a focused study of the Gospel of Luke designed for men at The Village Church Denton.
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Movie in the Park: Ghostbusters - Frozen Empire
Experience a family-friendly movie night under the stars with Ghostbusters - Frozen Empire, complemented by local food truck offerings.
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UNT Swimming and Diving Competiton Against UIW
Experience the excitement of collegiate swimming and diving as the University of North Texas faces off against UIW at Pohl Recreation Center.
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