Voice Of Denton

08/06/2025

TODAY: Outdoor Warning Siren test today at noon. Reminder that sirens will sound if any warning box for 1.5” hail, winds over 70-mph, or Tornado Warning touches a part of the City of Denton. Only sirens within that polygon coverage will sound.
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08/01/2025

Due to inclement weather forecasted in our area this evening, we have made the decision to cancel tonight's Dive-In Movie Showing of Moana 2. Any guests that have Dive-In Movie passes are invited to Water Works Park any day of our 2025 operating season and can redeem them as a daily admissions pass for themselves or a guest. We apologize for the inconvenience.

07/28/2025

07/28/2025

We're now less than 2 weeks away from the Friends of the Denton Public Library Big Book Sale on Saturday, August 9th, at the North Branch Library.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1484885506212212

AAANNNDDDD...we're super excited to have a special Friends Members Only Afternoon Preview on Friday, August 8th!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1451438335902146/

Remember, if you're not a Friends Member yet, you can become one at both sales.

07/23/2025

Here’s how you can support :

Our online fundraiser is active now! We will be tracking all donations and will keep you informed throughout the fundraiser about our progress toward our $75,000 goal. All donations will go directly through our website, allowing us to keep as close to 100% of your donation as possible.

Denton has a special way of coming together when there’s a need, and the Denton Arts & Jazz Festival needs you to help make this year’s event successful. Any amount is welcome and appreciated! ❤️

Donate now: https://dentonjazzfest.com/make-a-donation/

07/22/2025

Denton, our next Town Hall is almost here! 📅 Join us, TxDOT, and Denton 311 at 6 p.m. this Thursday, July 24 at the Police Substation. We hope to see you there!

Can't make it? Save the date for our third Town Hall on Monday, Aug. 11 at the Denton Senior Center.

07/22/2025

The Denton Arts and Jazz Festival will be scaled back this year due to the city's budget cuts. The festival has four months to figure out how to handle a loss in funding and an increase in park rental fees.

07/22/2025

🔥 STAY COOL, DENTON! 🔥 Things are really heating up in Denton, y'all. As we head into hotter temps this week, here's a few tips to beat the heat:

💦Stay hydrated
🏃‍♀️Reschedule strenuous activities to the early morning or evening
👗Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing
🚗Never leave children or animals alone in a parked car
🧊Stay in air-conditioned rooms if possible. Check out City of Denton cooling centers here: https://bit.ly/4mai8ot

07/21/2025

Whether we report on it or not, we believe all Dentonites should have a voice and stay informed.

The Denton Arts & Jazz Festival—a beloved local tradition—is planning to scale back in 2025 due to changes in city funding. As the community looks ahead, now is a good time to learn more, share your thoughts, and explore ways to stay involved.

Here’s the full story: https://dentonrc.com/entertainment/festival/denton-arts-jazz-festival-plans-to-scale-back-due-to-city-budget-cuts/article_6ec670d5-ce37-47d6-a658-b405c5c6d234.html

The Denton Arts & Jazz Festival in Quakertown Park will be noticeably smaller this October if proposed budget cuts by the city are approved, an executive with the festival’s parent

07/02/2025

07/01/2025

HEADS UP, Y'ALL! Sunset Street is undergoing a full roadway reconstruction between University Drive and Carroll Boulevard as part of the voter-approved 2019 bond program. While these improvements will bring long-term benefits to our community, we know construction can temporarily change how we access some of our favorite local spots. So, to help you get around, we’ve put together a visual guide to assist with your next visit!

This project is being completed in two phases:
🚧 The eastbound lane is currently under construction and is expected to reopen to traffic by August 15, 2025.
🚧 Construction on the westbound lane is anticipated to begin on August 18, 2025, with overall project completion anticipated in November 2025.

One of the things that makes Denton special is our incredible local business community. Throughout this project, we encourage our fellow Dentonites to get out and show these businesses a little extra love. ♥