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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s statewide mask mandate exempts voting sites and churches
As for the voting exemption in his mask order, Abbott says it was designed to make sure Texans do not lose their right to vote "simply because they don't have a mask."
U.S. Supreme Court won’t fast-track Texas Democrats’ bid to expand mail-in voting during pandemic
The order Thursday leaves in place Texas' more restrictive regulations for the upcoming July 14 runoff. But the case could return to the high court before November's general election.
U.S. Supreme Court declines Texas Democrats’ request to allow all Texans to vote by mail
The high court declined to immediately reinstate a federal judge's order that would have allowed all Texans to request absentee ballots if they fear catching COVID-19 at crowded polling places.
Early voting starts Monday for the primary runoff in Texas. Here’s what you need to know.
Texans will be voting in the middle of a pandemic on congressional, legislative and state board seats.
Pockets to Faucets provides Denton with an outlet to support Green Tree Estates
Denton locals logged onto their computers last Friday and Saturday to tune into the Pockets to Faucets benefit show, supporting the residents of Green...
10 ambient-inspired albums to keep you meditated during quarantine
I hope people are finding ways to keep themselves preoccupied during the quarantine. I’m a firm believer that every task should have good background...
Friends With Benefits of Denton expands grants and scholarships
Friends with Benefits is taking applications for three scholarships and three grants. This financial assistance will help those seeking aid for education...
Horny Toad Cafe & Bar offering live music shows for patrons
As night draws near, the hot summer evening is broken by a strong, cool breeze while a cover of Kid Rock’s “All Summer Long”...
‘The Last of Us Part II’ is the pinnacle of cinematic gaming
Naughty Dog has finally given the world the sequel to one of the greatest story-driven games of all time. Through delays and leaks, it...
‘The Politician’ polling low with 2nd season that flounders
In the first three or four episodes of Ryan Murphy’s “The Politician” season one, I was in love. I watched as the privileged and...
DFW organization offers mentorship and financial aid to women of color
Black Women Instilling Scholarly Excellence (BWISE), a Dallas-Fort Worth based organization, offers mentorships and financial aid to young women of color in North Texas...
UNT artist uses painting and design to convey internalized thoughts
As she strokes her brush against a canvas with brightly-colored acrylic paints, communication design senior Hannah Davis is both creating a new work of...
Horny Toad Cafe & Bar offering live music shows for patrons
As night draws near, the hot summer evening is broken by a strong, cool breeze while a cover of Kid Rock’s “All Summer Long”...
Horny Toad Cafe & Bar offering live music shows for patrons
As night draws near, the hot summer evening is broken by a strong, cool breeze while a cover of Kid Rock’s “All Summer Long”...
U.S. Supreme Court won’t fast-track Texas Democrats’ bid to expand mail-in voting during pandemic
The order Thursday leaves in place Texas' more restrictive regulations for the upcoming July 14 runoff. But the case could return to the high court before November's general election.
Nasher Artist Grants deadline May 15
Name of Call: Nasher Artist Grants, North Texas Eligibility: County: TX: Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall,...
01 I see You – Miranda Kennedy
https://www.youtube.com/embed/RKizdfZ6Ww8
02 Come Away With Me – Miranda Kennedy (cover)
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cna9rjoCIZo
03 Midnight In Harlem – Miranda Kennedy (cover)
https://www.youtube.com/embed/l5Hj4sM7zUI
04 Fair – Miranda Kennedy
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Su1rgqg0DPU
Former WNBA player added to women’s basketball coaching staff, senior golfer’s season preserved, tennis doubles dynamic duo
Women’s basketball, women’s golf, tennis and track & field joined executive senior associate athletic director Hank Dickenson Wednesday for the North Texas Coaches Caravan...
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s statewide mask mandate exempts voting sites and churches
As for the voting exemption in his mask order, Abbott says it was designed to make sure Texans do not lose their right to vote "simply because they don't have a mask."
Denton tests positive for West Nile virus, enters Risk Level 4
Denton entered Risk Level 4 of the city’s Mosquito Surveillance and Response plan June 24 following the threat of West Nile virus in the...
U.S. Supreme Court won’t fast-track Texas Democrats’ bid to expand mail-in voting during pandemic
The order Thursday leaves in place Texas' more restrictive regulations for the upcoming July 14 runoff. But the case could return to the high court before November's general election.
Independence Day Operating Hours and Closings
City Facilities Closed Friday, July 3 DENTON, TX, June 29, 2020 – While certain City of Denton facilities are currently closed to the public due...
Pohl recreation center reopens with new health-conscious guidelines
The Pohl Recreation Center reopened Wednesday morning with new social-distancing guidelines such as reminders to remain six feet apart and a reduced number of...
How Denton celebrated Pride amid the coronavirus pandemic
Under more normal circumstances, Pride weekend would have played out quite differently. Community members adorning rainbow colors would have flocked to the Denton Square...
Denton Pride rescheduled, persists online in spite of pandemic
Following the cancellation of June’s Pride festival, Pridenton and OUTreach Denton held virtual events Friday and Saturday to give a spotlight to trans and...
How Do Clouds Form?
Normally, our sky explorations involve the Moon and planets. But the practical effects on our lives come from very different sky components—the ones called...
DFW organization offers mentorship and financial aid to women of color
Black Women Instilling Scholarly Excellence (BWISE), a Dallas-Fort Worth based organization, offers mentorships and financial aid to young women of color in North Texas...
Graduate Student Council passes resolution for COVID-19 support, discusses additional student services
The Graduate Student Council met June 22 to pass a resolution for continued support during the COVID-19 crisis and discuss plans to reopen campus...
Pohl recreation center reopens with new health-conscious guidelines
The Pohl Recreation Center reopened Wednesday morning with new social-distancing guidelines such as reminders to remain six feet apart and a reduced number of...
UNT food pantry to reopen July 6
The university’s food pantry, located at Crumley Hall, announced Monday it will reopen July 6 and offer curbside pickup by appointment after closing roughly...
TRAFFIC ALERT: US 377 will close overnight to through traffic starting May 19
US 377 in Denton will close overnight to through traffic between Roselawn Drive and Massey Street next week. Weather...