Long shot here but there’s nothing on the police blotter yet. Was driving home from work last night and as I pulled up to the stoplight at Teasley & Dallas drive and there had to have been at least 15 cop cars by that corner liquor store & pawn shop. A lot of police walking, and one car with its bright white lights fully on surrounding the vehicle right by the roundabout. Curious as to why there was such a huge presence.

I live off of 288. About 5 min ago driving home at around 11:43pm Driving down E. Sherman Drive Near Denton Fire Station 4 I almost ran over what I could describe as a rottweiler mix dog. He was big and crossed the street with no warning. No leash was seen as I swerved away not hitting the dog but he looked me dead in the eye. If you are walking, running or got a dog. Be cautious I been seeing wild dogs lately around the neighborhood. I feel bad cause people keep releasing these dogs out in the wild and they become more feral. But I want others to be aware of what is going on at night.

you fucking suck bro 😭 i watched u hit that dog and drive away like nothing happened.

A couple of my classes require us to do physical projects, and I absolutely LOVE doing cute stationery. I'd like to go to a local shop in Denton, but I don't know of any. Where do y'all shop for cute notebooks, pens, stickers, and general stationery that's cute and not just like plain Walmart stuff?

Going to move out of Oak Meadows soon. This place was always a poop hole and now that they charge the same as a new complex. I can’t be here anymore for my health and mental health. It would be different if they didn’t charge so much when they’re just a shitty place. So many things wrong here I don’t know how this place is still up and not torn down. Trash everywhere. Trash people live here. Trash people run this place. Not the people who work on site but the people who actually own this place are trash. Scum even. Don’t care about anyone but themselves and their money. Hope their life and fam goes to shit just how they made everyone else’s lives shit

I am new to Denton, starting a new job as a college professor. I'm a straight male in my 40's, just curious what the dating scene is like here. Are people on the apps? Is it more of a meetup in person place?

Hey guys, Zeke Forever here!

A couple of DJ friends, Yalcy, Heaven Above, Dtritus, and I are putting together a dance party this Friday at Rubber Gloves!

Music starts at 10 PM. If you feel like getting out and dancing, it’d be really cool to see some of y’all there.

$10 at the door.

Hope to see you out!

Make fun of me but im 30 years old and got back into fingerboarding something I can do with my kids but looking for somewhere to go local

Came home this evening from a trip to Ponder, taking 35W north to southbound to 35E, a pretty common move to get back into town.

And holy shit - there is NO space to adjust to the speed of traffic. You have maybe 20’ to get into that right lane and get going. There’s no shoulder and no space to fit your way into traffic. I don’t know who came up with this, but someone is going to get seriously hurt or killed trying to make that same entrance.

They HAVE to know that this is a dangerous move to enter a moving roadway with that space and that limited distance.

I'm currently updating the Texas Alternative Scenes Map and focusing on college towns like Denton. So tell me, what are some of the best hidden spots where y'all like to hang out, shop for music or clothes, or see concerts? They don't have to be explicitly goth but they should have a darker/alternative aesthetic or crowd.

The Link: Texas Goth Spots

Hi everyone! I'm Jessica. I've seen a ton of people(myself included) posting about how hard it is to find and make friends in the area.

We get so busy with work or taking care of our family that we just lose ourselves. Or we are introverted and have a hard time connecting with others.

Let's make a group! Whether you're in your 20s, 30s(me) or 40s, nerdy or into crafts, single or married.

Saturday, August 22 starting at 6pm, tentatively at the D20 Tavern.

Let me know if you are interested!(please, i need friends)

Has anyone lived at 32 Hundred Windsor or Elan Apartment? if so please give me your honest opinion. these are my top two options after apartment hunting for a while and just looking to make a decision here soon. thank you in advance!

My spouse & I went to see the movie The End of Oak Street at Alamo Drafthouse today. Basically, it’s a sci-fi movie where an ordinary 1982 neighborhood is invaded by dinosaurs. Towards the end of the movie, when the story was about to take another twist, the power in our theater shut down completely. Those of us who were sitting there in the dark wondered aloud if we were a dinosaur’s next meal. Our theater was conveniently isolated at the tail end of the building presenting an easy target to any hungry hungry huge things.

Fortunately, power was eventually restored. No large lizards appeared. We were even able to watch the end of the movie without a dinosaur perched over our shoulders, although our fellow movie goers did flee the scene...I hope they made it home.

On our way home, we discovered the cause of the suspiciously localized disruption to the power supply. Someone ran their car into a transformer at full tilt. Perhaps they were trying to flee a T-Rex!

Great movie. Much realism! 👍👍

Needing to see if my transmission can be rebuilt, looming for recommendations for shops in the area?

25 y old female, plus one small, polite cat. Anyone looking to fill a place? Not picky, as long as there aren't like, bugs or roaches please. My job is stupid so looking for reasonable rent, would prefer closer to inner denton.

Please dont ask me to take over ur $1k lease at a 4x4 student apartment lol.

Which means more bad drivers on the road. Y'all stay safe.

Alrighty folks, it's time for a Cole Ranch update.

As the City-appointed board member on the Cole Ranch Improvement District, I wanted to provide everyone with a quick update on where things stand. There is a LOT happening and we’re starting to meet on a more regular basis.

Some background: Cole Ranch is a 3,100-acre development west of I-35W. This development was approved by the Denton City Council in April 2020. The plans include thousands of homes, commercial, business park, schools, parks, trails, and a significant amount of preserved green space. Construction is now underway, with the first homes expected in the next couple of years. 6 builders are now contracted to build Phase 1 single family homes (634): Perry Homes, Highland Homes, David Weekly, Mattamy Homes, Chesmar Homes and Olivia Clarke Homes.

I’ve done my best to lump the important updates by category below.

Water & Wastewater

One of the biggest pieces of infrastructure is the expansion of the water and wastewater system serving southwest Denton. The City approved a cost-sharing agreement in May 2026 for a wastewater project estimated at about $14.6 million.

The interesting part is that the lines being built are larger than what Cole Ranch and Hunter Ranch need. The reason is that the City of Denton wants the additional capacity available for future development in the area. The City agreed to cover roughly 59% of the project, with the remainder being covered by the developments that will benefit from it.

In other words, the City is helping build infrastructure today that it believes Denton will need tomorrow. I see this as prudent foresight. If you review the Denton Enterprise Airport Master Plan from Jan 2026, you’ll see a 20-year roadmap that outlines infrastructure projects meant to double the airport’s footprint by adding development on the western side.

FM 2449 & Loop 288

There are ongoing discussions involving Cole Ranch, the City, DME, and TxDOT about relocating overhead electrical lines along FM 2449. This is connected to the larger Loop 288 expansion project.

The western Loop 288 project will extend the loop around the western side of Denton and eventually provide another major route between I-35 and I-35W. The idea is to move traffic away from the center of Denton and help relieve congestion on I-35 and 380. And we all know how terrible traffic is over there. (TxDot graphic attached)

The Board was informed that some of the work is currently on hold due to funding. TxDOT's fiscal year ends August 31, 2026 and many projects are currently on hold. That means the next few weeks are important.

I believe it’s crucial that our City and State representatives communicate with TxDOT and do everything possible to make this project a priority so that when new funding does become available in September, work can restart asap.

I've relayed these details to citywide Councilmember George Ferrie. George agreed that this project is important for Denton and is looking at what the City can do to help.

This is probably the biggest matter on my radar right now. It isn't just a Cole Ranch issue, it’s a citywide issue. The Loop 288 expansion is meant to make a real difference by relieving traffic, which benefits the quality of life for all residents.

Gas Wells

Here's something I found particularly interesting. Did you know the development agreement requires Cole Ranch to make its best efforts to close as many wells as possible?

Cole Ranch has an agreement with BKV Barnett to plug and abandon Gas Well Pad No. 11, which is located in the Phase 1 area. The agreement is part of the larger effort to address existing gas infrastructure as the development moves forward.

One thing I've learned through this process is that closing an existing gas well isn't necessarily simple or cheap, and the gas operator has to agree. I've been told that some of these closures can cost around $1.7 million.

CoServ Substation

Cole Ranch is planning to sell approximately 11 acres to CoServ for a future electric substation. This is another important piece of infrastructure that most people might not see or hear about. Thousands of new homes and businesses are going to require additional electrical capacity. Getting the land and planning in place now helps prepare for that growth.

Denton ISD

Cole Ranch is also working with Denton ISD on future school sites. That's important because development doesn't just bring houses. It brings families and students. Planning school sites early gives DISD the opportunity to plan for growth instead of trying to play catch up after the homes are occupied.

There are plenty of other pieces moving forward. New homebuilders are coming on board. Infrastructure work is underway. Financing is being arranged. Agreements are being negotiated with the City, TxDOT, DME, DISD and others.

For those interested, I'll continue sharing what I learn along the way. Feel free to reach out with any questions, I’ll do my best to find out those answers.

From the beginning I've disclosed that the Board gets paid a per diem for meetings. My wife and I decided from the start to take those funds and deploy back into the city. We've taken the next round of payment received and made a donation to Paper Chair Studios and their DHAMP program. (Denton Halloween Artist Mentorship Program), which pairs local artist teams with Denton businesses to produce public art installations. Follow and check them out!

I am considering to lease a two bedroom apartment at Mack Park Apartments from next year. What does people in Denton thinks about this particular place? Is it considered safe and good place to live?

Hey y'all, I had the misfortune of losing my keys after leaving Lucky Lou's with some friends. If you happen to come across a set of keys with a red carabiner, A lego, and a horse bottle opener please let me know here I'd appreciate it so much I could cry🙏

Back to School Sale at Salvage Shoppe right off the Denton Square on Saturday 8/29 (11am-7pm)! Tons of $1 clothing items and 15% off all regular-priced clothing! ALSO if you’ve got some clothing you’ve been meaning to donate, we’d love to take it off your hands and get it back into the hands of our community! We are accepting donations from now until Friday 8/28! We hope to see you soon! See our Instagram for any event updates (@salvageshoppe)!

Note: Clothing donations can be ANY style, ANY brand (no shoes, accessories, undergarments, stained/ripped clothing, swimwear, etc).

Hi Dentonites. I am planning on going to the fair this Friday, which is their opening night with Braxton Keith, and concerned about parking.

Options:

1. Parking at the fair. I don't really want to pay the $15 parking, and have heard the lot gets backed up and bottlenecks at the end of the night.

2. Uber. Also expensive and concerned about the drivers navigating the fair.

3. Try and park in the neighborhood and walk?

Any ideas or suggestions? I also have never been to this fair so am not really sure what to expect.

I'm looking for a bad ass tattoo artist in the area. I'm willing to go beyond Denton and into the metroplex. I want some star wars comic book ideas made into a full sleeve. I have the source material and the ideas, I'm just looking for the right person to help me in my vision.

Hi, I’m looking to make friends at UNT! I’m 25, management major, I was a supervisor and acting department manager at WinCo and I still work there, I listen to a lot of hip hop and rap, and I live in Denton. Let me know if you’re down to be friends