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For 20 Years, a Denton Group Has Gathered to Drink and Think Together
Throughout his time in Denton, Kevin Roden has proven himself to be skilled in the art of conversation. Whether he’s forming connections with community locals at coffee shops on the Square or making headlines for trying to convince a Sriracha factory to move to North Texas, the former city councilman knows how to get people talking.
A psychedelic toad, purloined art and spicy biscotti intersect at a curious Denton shop called Big Fatty’s
Passersby may notice a mural on West Parkway Street north of the Square advertising Big Fatty’s Spanking Shack. The painted wall and signs advertise a barbecue shop open Thursdays and Fridays. Those willing to enter the building will receive a completely different experience than the signage advertises.
Alamo Drafthouse announces reopening date for Denton theater
The Alamo Drafthouse theater in Denton will reopen in August, about two-and-a-half months after it closed its doors. All six locations that closed in early June as part of the franchisee’s Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing are now owned and operated by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. The affected locations include DFW’s Cedars, Denton, Lake Highlands, Las Colinas, and Richardson locations and the Woodbury location in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota. All affected venue staff will be made whole for lost wages that they were owed prior to the closures.
Union Bear’s new Denton location set to open to the public this Tuesday
Union Bear Brewing Co.’s new Denton location is expected to open to the public this Tuesday after much anticipation. While Union Bear's Denton distribution center opened in February at 221 S. Bell Ave., the restaurant portion was originally expected to open in April. Part of the 33 Restaurant Group,...
UNT alumni team rolls to opening-round win in The Basketball Tournament
We Are Bleed Green knew they were in for a new challenge this summer in The Basketball Tournament. The North Texas alumni team started out as a big underdog in its debut three years ago. We Are Bleed Green have quickly developed into a favorite since. They certainly looked like...
Wow, Here’s 5 of the Biggest Drug Busts in Texas History
Texas has seen its share of drug busts, and some of them are so huge, they almost sound like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. Operations like these not only show the sheer scale of drug trafficking but also highlight the tireless efforts of law enforcement to keep dangerous substances off the streets.
Trampoline Goes Airborne During Wild Texas Storm
Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, we’re all able to witness Mother Nature’s wrath from a safe distance. In some cases, the clips serve as reminders of the less obvious dangers of severe weather. This is one of those cases. If you’re looking to add a trampoline...
Is it illegal to drive with your dome light on in Texas?
The short answer is no. There is no law in the state of Texas that prohibits the use of interior lights while driving. In fact, according to section 547.305 in the Texas Statutes Transportation Code, there is nothing that says using your interior lights, or dome light, while driving is illegal.
Shelby County 6U All-Star Team's World Series Journey Continues
July 20, 2024 - The Shelby County 6U All-Star team represents the State of Texas in the Diamond Youth Softball World Series play which started Thursday, July 18 in Fairview, Tennessee. In game one on Thursday, Texas faced Louisiana in pool play and won 14 to 2 to advance to...
Texas Is The Number One Worst State In Nation For Pests
There are many animals in the state of Texas. With so much surface area covered by the state, you're bound to see one animal you've never seen before. I mean, some of us have seen a fox run past us in Texas right?. Not all animals are friendly to humans...
Artspace111 Announces 11th Annual Texas Juried Exhibition Artists
Artspace111 in Fort Worth has announced 51 artists from across Texas selected for its annual juried exhibition. See a list of the selected artists below. Each year, a guest juror selects artworks from the submissions and names prize winners, who receive cash awards. This year’s juror is Margaret (Maggie) Adler, former Curator of Paintings, Sculpture and Works on Paper at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, who is currently working as an independent curator. During her 11 years at the Carter, Ms. Adler worked closely with contemporary artists to bring site-specific installations to the museum and to spark new conversations around historical pieces.
La Linea Cartel Leader’s Capture Unveils Hidden Texas Mass Grave
In August 2023, Border Patrol agents caught sight of a lone Hispanic male shuffling along the shoulder of FM 170, near the city of Presidio, Texas. Assuming he was a Mexican national from across the border, they approached with a request for identification, which was provided. Upon inspection, it was determined that the man was a U.S. citizen who had illegally re-entered the States by crossing the river, rather than the port-of-entry.
Miranda Lambert Reunites With Husband Brendan McLoughlin in Texas After Viral Dancing Video
Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin are seemingly moving forward after his viral dancing video led to a scandal in June. The country singer, 40, took to Instagram on Thursday, July 18, to share a collection of photos from a trip to Texas. In the first snap, Miranda took a selfie with singer-songwriter Gwen Sebastian, while...
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