David Zapatka Friend and fellow bridge player, Susan, writes, “I recently read a new word, ‘cudgel.’ Would you research this word for your column?” Cudgel—cud·gel noun: A short, thick stick used as a weapon. verb: To strike or beat with a cudgel; metaphorically, to forcefully apply or exert something, such as pressure or influence Origin…
Category: July 2025
Features, July 2025
Patrol Team to the Rescue!
Karen McKinnon This is the time of year when spotting a snake on your patio, in your garage, or in your garden is not uncommon! I wanted to take a moment to thank all of our Patrol team here at Robson Ranch who have responded to the numerous calls to remove a snake from a…
July 2025, Features
Hummingbirds in the Garden
Judy Allen, Master Gardener It’s hard to imagine anything more fascinating to watch than hummingbirds. They are tiny energy machines, flitting around the yard with speeds up to 40 mph! We are blessed here in North Texas to have approximately nine species that are common to see. Worldwide, over 300 species exist, with each one…
July 2025, Generals
Donations Needed for Local Pet Shelter
Eileen Pierson I again need supplies to continue making dog beds for local shelter Apollo Support & Rescue in Justin. It’s a no-kill shelter and only gets money from grants, donations, etc., and not from any surrounding township like Denton does, so please help. All shelters are past capacity with rising inflation and people simply…
July 2025, Generals
Juneteenth Is for All Americans
Jackie Ford Residents at Robson Ranch were treated to a delicious dinner of brisket, greens, cornbread, and peach cobbler in celebration of Juneteenth. Juneteenth was first celebrated in 1866, one year after enslaved people in the United States were informed of their freedom on June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas. While the Emancipation Proclamation was…
July 2025, Generals
From the Office of the County Commissioner: Bill Signing at Robson Ranch Should Bring More Property Tax Relief for Our Residents
Dianne Edmondson It was truly exciting to have Texas Governor Greg Abbott at the Ranch on June 16. Dozens of our residents attended, and many more came who wanted to be in the Legacy Room for the Bill Signing, but space was limited! I was honored that the Governor’s office had contacted me for logistical…
July 2025, Generals
Robson Ranch Westside (Unit 28) June Happy Hour
Daniel Patrick The Robson Ranch Westside neighborhood group (Robson Unit 28) held their monthly happy hour at the home of Alan and Diana Buchanan on June 9. Attendees brought a dish to share along with their own beverages. The Buchanans had their patio and pool areas open for all to enjoy. The happy hour was…
July 2025, Generals
Silver Rock Rocks!
Chris Corbitt On June 20 the residents of Silver Rock Way gathered at the Wildhorse Grill Lounge for a Summer Sizzle get-together. With all the lots built and major construction completed, it gave all a chance to celebrate that milestone. We also got to meet the last new neighbor and to renew acquaintances with existing…
July 2025, Generals
Denton County 4-H Members Excel at Texas 4-H Roundup
Texas 4-H Youth Development Program 4-H members from Denton County 4-H participated at Texas 4-H Roundup in Bryan-College Station, Texas, June 2-5, 2025. Texas 4-H Roundup welcomed around 2,000 senior-level or high school-aged youth to compete in approximately 50 diverse competitions, educational workshops, career learning opportunities, networking, and more throughout the week. The contests included…
July 2025, Generals
‘The Big Rich’: A Former Texas Petroleum Geologist Presents a Book Talk on the Early Days of the Texas Oil Industry
Becky Frusher Cris Thompson, a Robson Ranch library volunteer for the past two and a half years, can’t hide the excitement she feels as she re-reads Bryan Burrough’s New York Times Bestselling chronicle of the Texas oil industry in preparation for her book talk on Aug. 5 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in the library.…