🎲Week of September 16, 2024

Local Business Buzz and the Gaston House

September 16, 2024

Good morning, Justin! đŸŽ˛ Let’s roll the dice and deal in some excitement this week! We’re hitting the jackpot with the upcoming casino night, taking a deep dive into the local housing market, uncovering the rich history of the Gaston House, and highlighting all the fabulous happenings around town. Get ready for a full house of fun and fascinating updates!

THE DIGEST
Justin Heritage Foundation~ Casino Night

Justin Heritage Foundation is gearing up for their biggest fundraiser yet, and they need your support to make STAGE 1 of the Gaston House Project a reality! Every donation—big or small—helps build a brighter future for our community.

CLICK HERE TO DONATE AN ITEM: Donate Now
CLICK HERE TO BECOME A SPONSOR: Sponsor Us

Date: October 12th
🎩 Theme: Gatsby
🎲 Event: A Night of Casino Fun with Tables, Poker, Bingo, Dinner, Drinks, Silent Auction, & Casino Giveaways

Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with exciting casino games, delicious food, and great company, all in the spirit of the Roaring Twenties!

Be on the lookout for a special edition in your inbox on Wednesday with additional details.

Justin Housing Market Update: What You Need to Know

The Justin, Texas real estate market is seeing interesting shifts. With inventory up by 40.9% over last year, and homes still selling quickly at near-asking prices, both buyers and sellers have reasons to stay optimistic. Curious about what these trends mean for you? Get all the details in our full Justin Texas Monthly Market Report. Don't miss out—click here for the complete breakdown! (Sponsored by James and Keri Hogan)

LOCAL BUSINESS
Local Business Buzz: A Week of Exciting Happenings!

What a week it has been in the world of local businesses! Our community continues to shine with incredible individuals and heartwarming stories. Here’s a roundup of the latest and greatest happenings:

Justin Nail Lounge made its debut with a soft opening on Thursday, September 12th, and it’s already creating a buzz! To celebrate their arrival, they’re offering a fantastic 20% discount on all services until October 10, 2024. Mark your calendars for the official grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Mayor on Friday, September 20th at 9AM.

Smashville Burgers has also been turning heads with their grand reopening at the Justin location on Friday, September 13th. Known for their mouthwatering, flavorful burgers, they’re ready to bring even more deliciousness to our town. If you haven’t had a chance to visit them yet, now is the perfect time!

Jimmy John’s has just opened its doors at Northlake Commons, located at 1248 FM 407 #250! Known for their fresh, fast sandwiches, they’re ready to serve up their famous subs to the community. In addition to their grand opening, Jimmy John’s is urgently seeking enthusiastic new team members to join their crew. If you’re on the lookout for a new job opportunity or know someone who is, this could be the perfect chance! Interested? Apply now through their job listing: Jimmy John’s Hiring. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team!

Kahwa Coffee Roasters is set to open on October 15th with a drive-thru, indoor, and outdoor seating. They’re also hiring—check out their opportunities here: Kahwa Coffee Careers.

And let’s not forget Right Way Nutrition, who celebrated their one-year anniversary this past Saturday. It’s been a year of healthy eating and community support, and we’re excited to see what’s next for them.

There’s so much to enjoy and celebrate right here in our town. Support these fantastic local businesses and experience all the wonderful things they have to offer! For a glimpse into these businesses be sure to check out our Instagram or Facebook page as well.

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

EVENTS
September Happenings

📅Tuesday~ September 17

  • When: 8:30AM

  • Where: Justin Coffee 804 W 1st St

City of Justin Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Potential Rezone Analysis of 1st Street could increase commercial lots and reduce sales tax burden for residents, but would impact up to 21 lots potentially displacing residents.

  • When: 6:30PM

  • Where: City Hall 415 N College Ave (watch online)

  • When: 7:15PM Every Tuesday

  • Where: Doug’s Dive 9686 Industrial Rd

📅Wednesday~ September 18

  • When: 8:30AM-9:30AM

  • Where: Justin Coffee 804 W 1st St

  • When: 11:30AM

  • Where: Join the Facebook group for location information

  • When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  • Where: Hilltop Truck Park 8150 Thompson Rd

  • When: 7:00 PM

  • Where: Three Wide Brewing 16230 Three Wide Dr

📅Thursday~ September 19

City of Justin Economic/Community Development Corporation Meeting
Sales tax revenue close to a 13% increase, discussion regarding hotel feasibility in Justin

  • When: 5:30PM

  • Where: City Hall 415 N. College Ave (Watch online)

Kids’ Night
Let the kids play on the patio while the adults enjoy dinner. Kids get a free cheese pizza with every purchase of an adult entree.

  • When: 5:30-8PM

  • Where: Justin Coffee 804 W 1st St

📅Friday~ September 20

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

  • When: 6:00 AM-8:00 AM

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

  • When: 9AM

  • Where: 1114 N FM156 Justin

  • When: 9:00PM

  • Where: The Mule Barn 218 S Hwy 156

Oktoberfest
Beer specials, live music, and food

  • When: Sep 20 12PM- Sep 22 3PM

  • Where: Three Wide Brewing 16230 Three Wide Dr

📅Saturday~ September 21

Family Fun Farm Day
Free petting zoo, pony rides, and over 50 vendors

  • When: 8AM-12PM

  • Where: Keller Farmers Market 400 Bear Creek Pkwy

Kiwanis Club Butterfly Festival
Walk through hundreds of butterflies with butterfly experts and watermelon available for a fun opportunity to feed and interact with the butterflies. $8 adults, $6 children

  • When: 9AM-6PM and Sunday 9/22
    Where: Southlake Town Square 1400 E Southlake Blvd

  • When: 6:30PM

  • Where: Join the Facebook group for additional information

Live Music~ Big City Duo

  • When: 7PM- 10PM

  • Where: Hilltop Truck Park

📅Upcoming Events

Sept. 26~ Sip&Paint: Halloween Door Mat at Right Way Nutrition
Sept. 28~ Goober Bubs Opening Day for Pumpkins
Sept. 28~ Denton County Cowboy Church Fall Festival
Oct. 10-13~ Union Pacific Passes Through Roanoke
Oct. 11~NISD School Early Release
Oct. 12~ Justin Heritage Foundation Casino Night
Oct. 15~ Kahwa Coffee Roasters tentative opening date
Oct. 14~ Student and Staff Holiday for NISD
Oct. 26~ Cinnamon Creek Couples by the Creek
Oct. 29~ Justin Elementary Fall Festival (vendors wanted; see file below for additional information)

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LOCAL HISTORY
The Land of the Gaston House

The property as listed on the deed is located at "12 miles and 75 degrees west of the City of Denton and a 3/4 mile southwest from the town of Justin ... beginning at a rock... to a rock", has become a historical sight on the edge of town. What you might know as The Gaston House has been standing since approximately 1907.

The land where the house sits was originally owned by the Reynolds family and then in 1903 the Gillespie family. The Gastons purchased the property in 1907 for a whopping $17,000. In 1915 the Gaston family sold the property to the Harrington family and relocated to South Texas. However, they returned to the Harmonson’s property after two short years. They eventually returned to the Harrington farm where they stayed up until the Gaston patriarch passed away in 1937.

The Harrington family owned the property until 1949 when it was sold to the Robinson family who then sold the property to the current day owners in 2021.

For those curious about the home’s origins and its builders, a treasure trove of information awaits at The Justin Heritage Foundation.

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. Enjoy the games and matches, and here’s to a fantastic school year for all the teams! 🏐🏈

September 17
5:30 PM: Volleyball - vs. Southlake @ Northwest High School

September 19
5:30 PM: JV Football- vs Eaton @ NISD Stadium

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

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