October 28, 2024👽🕰️

Building Dreams, Halloween Thrills, and UFO Chills: October Highlights!

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Amber Hill
October 28, 2024

🎃 Ghoul-icious Greetings, Justin! 🍬 Halloween is creeping up, and it’s time for some fang-tastic fun! Whether you’re dressing up or looking for spook-tacular local discounts, we’ve got treats for everyone.

From supporting Habitat for Humanity’s latest home build to indulging in sweet savings, this newsletter is packed with goodies to make your heart race.

THE DIGEST

On October 25, 2024, Habitat for Humanity Denton celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of its 109th home, honoring The Frazier Family. This momentous event took place in Justin, marking a pivotal step towards creating new opportunities for home ownership in our community.

The Rotary Club of Champions proudly serves as the official house sponsor, having dedicated over three years to fundraising efforts aimed at making this dream a reality for the Frazier family.

In addition to the Rotary Club, several generous sponsors have joined the effort, including the Hulcher Family, Masco, Adventure Car Wash, Ruth's Room, and Tom & Jan Knox, among others. Together, they are helping to build not just a house, but a foundation for hope and stability.

Stay tuned for more opportunities to get involved! Once the build stages are announced, there will be additional ways for you to lend a hand and make a difference. Keep an eye out for upcoming volunteer opportunities 

Reminder: Daylight Savings Time Ends Nov. 3!

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Spooktacular Halloween Discounts!

Get ready for a Halloween filled with treats and savings! Here are some fantastic local discounts to enjoy this spooky season:

  • Chipotle: On October 31, come dressed in your Halloween costume and enjoy an entree for just $6! This offer is available from 3 PM until close, so grab your friends and celebrate in style!

  • I-Hop: Through Halloween, kids aged 12 and under can score a free Scare Face pancake with the purchase of an adult entree. Just present the code FREESCARY to redeem this sweet deal!

  • Raising Cane's: Caniac Club members can treat themselves to a free kids combo from October 28-30 with the purchase of any combo meal. If you're not a member yet, now's the perfect time to join!

  • Sonic Drive-In: Get ready for a delicious treat with 50-cent corn dogs and the festive Witch's Brew Slush Float on the menu. It's the perfect way to celebrate Halloween with a tasty twist!

  • Buffalo Wild Wings: Enjoy their Boo-Go deal this Halloween—buy one order of chicken wings and get another order free! This offer is available for dine-in, online, and takeout, so you can enjoy the game and the treats!

  • Justin Coffee: Bring the kids in costumes before Trick-or-Treating and receive a free cookie with the purchase of a dinner entree. It's a great way to fuel up for a night of fun!

Make the most of these spooky savings and have a fun and festive Halloween!

Nothing in this section is sponsored. Just fun info we wanted to share.

EVENTS
Wrapping Up October Happenings~ Calendar

📅Monday~ Oct. 28

  • When: 6PM

  • Where: Gene Pike Middle School~ 2288 Texan Dr.

📅Tuesday~ Oct. 29

  • When: 8-9AM

  • Where: Justin Coffee & Trading Co~ 804 W. 1st St.

Fall Festival
The Justin Journal will be hosting a trunk. Stop by and say, “Hello”.

  • When: 5-7PM

  • Where: Justin Elementary~ 425 Boss Range

  • When: 5-6:30PM

  • Where: Clara Love Elementary~ 16301 Elementary Dr.

  • When: 5:30-7:30PM

  • Where: 3 Wide Brewing~ 16230 Three Wide Dr

  • When: 7-9PM

  • Where: Denton Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center~ 3310 Collins Rd

📅Wednesday~ Oct. 30

Tent-or Treat Halloween Spooktacular
Move from tent to tent to get treats and prizes. Children under 12 eat free with the purchase of any adult entree. Prizes for the best costume.

  • When: 5-8PM

  • Where: Andy B’s~ 2600 Panhandle St Denton, TX

Keenagers 55+ Lunch and Games
Residents ages 55+ meet for games and a free lunch provided by Metro Port.

  • When: 9:30-10:30AM

  • Where: 415 N College Ave. Justin

  • When: 10:30AM

  • Where: Whole Foods~ 1701 Shoal Creek Suite 245, Highland Village

📅Thursday~ Oct. 31

No Tricks, Just Treats
Bring the kids in costumes before Trick-or-Treating and get a free cookie with a dinner entre purchase.

  • When: 6:30AM-8PM

  • Where: Justin Coffee~ 804 W 1st St

  • When: 8AM-2PM

  • Where: Community Clothes Closet~ 117 W 6th St

  • When: 6-8PM

  • Where: Gateway Church Justin Campus~ 1225 TX-114

PaPa’s Annual Trunk or Treat & Movie Night
Free event includes Justin Fire Department hotdogs, local businesses supplying popcorn, food, candy, drinks, and more.

  • When: 6PM

  • Where: PaPa’s Sno Cones~ 300 S. FM 156

📅Friday~ Nov. 1

Breakfast with the Mayor
Join the mayor for small talk and breakfast every Friday morning.

  • When: 6:00 AM-8:00 AM

  • Where: Lonesome Spur Cafe~ 218 S FM 156, Justin

Arbor Day
Stop by and pick up a free tree seedling to plant in your yard or neighborhood.

  • When: 10AM-12PM

  • Where: Justin City Hall

  • When: 6-9PM

  • Where: Three Wide Brewing~ 16230 Three Wide Dr 

📅Saturday~ Nov. 2

  • When: 10AM-2PM

  • Where: 500 S Oak Street Roanoke, TX

Fall Festival Fundraiser
Fundraiser for Equine-Assisted Services

  • When: 4-8PM

  • Where: 9168 T N Skiles Rd, Ponder, TX

📅Sunday~ Nov. 3

Daylight Savings Ends
Set your clocks back an hour.

When: 2AM

📅Upcoming Events ~ Check out our online calendar for upcoming events

LOCAL HISTORY
October Story of History: The Aurora, Texas UFO Incident

In our last October story for the year we uncover a tale that’s truly out of this world, set in the now-forgotten town of Aurora, Texas, just 16 miles west of Justin. On April 17, 1897, a mysterious cigar-shaped airship crashed onto the farm of S.E. Haydon, devastating his windmill and sparking local intrigue.

Witnesses reported that the pilot, described as “not of this world,” was found among the wreckage. The being, small and humanoid, sadly perished in the crash. The townspeople gave it a proper burial in an unmarked grave, reflecting both reverence and disbelief about their extraterrestrial visitor.

As years went by, Aurora faded from maps, but the legend of the UFO incident endured, captivating the imaginations of historians and UFO enthusiasts alike. Today, the whispers of that fateful day remind us that the universe is vast, and we may not be alone after all.

As Halloween approaches, let this eerie chapter in Aurora’s history inspire wonder about the mysteries that lie beyond our world. More information can be found at RoadsideAmerica.

SPORTS NEWS
Northwest High School Varsity Events

Northwest High School Sporting Events

Support your local athletes and build community spirit by attending games and matches at Northwest High School. For updates on how the teams are doing follow Northwest High School on Facebook.

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Make sure to get out there and cheer on the teams! For additional schedule information see Northwest Sports Rank One.