Cherlyn Conway The scorching heat index had Stampers fleeing in search of cooler temperatures in Room 104 of the CATC for the August meeting. The business side of the meeting was packed full of information before we got to the fun stuff of learning new techniques and making a new card. Our project lead for…
Category: September 2024
September 2024, Front Page
Third Annual All Cancer Walk October 5
Nancy Thomas On Oct. 5 at 8:30 a.m. in the clubhouse parking lot, we begin check-ins and late registrations, donations, and raffle ticket sales. The Jolly Ranchers will provide lively music to help us warm up. The approximately two-mile walk starts at 9 a.m. followed by the raffle drawing and refreshments in the clubhouse lobby.…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
After Schoolers Prepare for Community Garage Sale and More
Nancy Burns We were thrilled to welcome new and current members to our August After Schoolers meeting. We played a “Getting to Know You” bingo game and learned about the two schools we support, Borman Elementary and LaGrone Academy. We will be serving lunch to the teachers and staff of these great local schools. They…
September 2024, Front Page
Reeling ‘em in at Lake Texoma: An Angler’s Paradise
Scott Baker Just an hour north of Denton is arguably the best striped bass fishing in the U.S.—Lake Texoma. There are many reasons this is truly a special fishery. First, it spans the border between Oklahoma and Texas, making it accessible from either state. Second, it’s one the largest man-made reservoirs in the entire country.…
September 2024, Features
Word of the Month: Equipoise
David Zapatka While attending the Theosophical Society Convention in Wheaton, Ill., this summer, I saw one of the presenters use the word “equipoise” in his presentation. The usage of the word described a relationship balance between two philosophical thoughts. Equipoise—equi·poise noun 1. A state of equilibrium 2. Counterbalance 3. Balance of forces or interests verb…
Generals, September 2024
Need Some Denton Public Library Assistance?
Linda Bono You’re in luck! Librarians from the Denton Public Library (DPL) will be in the Robson Ranch Library for two visits in October. They have two helpful and informative programs in store for us! Mark your calendars! On Friday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to noon, DPL librarians will be in our Robson Library…
September 2024, Generals
From the Office of the County Commissioner: It’s Almost Time for Our Tax Statements to Begin Arriving! And Lower Tax Rates Also Are on Their Way!
Dianne Edmondson It’s almost time for a new fiscal year to begin in Denton County, Oct. 1 through Sept. 30. And this year should be an easier year for the county and its taxpayers, as there have been many improvements in the process over the last couple of years, and we are thankful for that…
September 2024, Clubs & Classes
Flexibility and Calmness Are the Goals for this Robson Yogi
Regular, affordable yoga classes were a big part of the reason Sara Shibley moved to Robson Ranch in 2008. “I started taking yoga classes 25 years ago at LA Fitness, but I didn’t go on a regular basis,” said Sara, 70, who’s still taking yoga classes three times a week. “It really made a difference…
September 2024, Generals
Denton Elections Secure and Fair, Says Veteran Election Judge
Jane Scholz Denton County is blessed with a secure voting system and staffed with election workers who take their responsibilities seriously, a longtime local election judge told Voices members at their August meeting. Christie Wood, who operated a glass studio and shop for many years in Denton, has been an election worker for nearly 10…
Generals, September 2024
Women’s Club Holiday Market October 12
The Robson Ranch Women’s Club will have their Holiday Market on Saturday, Oct. 12, in the Robson Ranch clubhouse, located at 9428 Ed Robson Blvd. in Denton, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is free to the public, and proceeds benefit Our Daily Bread.