Good Morning, Justin and Neighbors!
Easter events are popping up all over town—from egg hunts and festivals to family fun and live music. Plus, our Justin Decides city council coverage kicks off, giving you a front-row seat to the candidates shaping our community’s future.
So grab your calendar (and maybe a chocolate bunny) and plan your week—Justin is buzzing with fun!
THE DIGEST
Big Things on Ice (and Court) in Northlake
A major new addition to our area is officially opening its doors! The Dallas Stars, in partnership with the Town of Northlake, are celebrating the grand opening of the Children’s Health StarCenter Multisport Northlake—a massive 225,000-square-foot facility designed for year-round sports and community events.
This state-of-the-art complex features:
Two NHL regulation ice rinks
Eight basketball courts (convertible to 16 volleyball courts)
Eight outdoor pickleball courts
📍 Where: 13850 Chadwick Parkway, Northlake
🗓️ When: Tuesday, March 31 | 3:00 PM
What to expect:
Ribbon cutting following the press conference
Doors open to the public at 4 PM
Free public skating
Volleyball clinic & autographs with the Dallas Pulse
Hockey showcase featuring Victory Green Girls + Keller ISD vs. Northwest ISD rivalry matchup
Rink & gymnasium dedications
This is more than just a sports facility—it’s a game-changer for youth sports, local events, and community gathering in Northlake and beyond.
Justin Decides: City Council Interviews Kick Off March 30
Starting March 30, we’ll begin sharing your Justin Decides City Council interviews across Facebook—featuring real questions from the community and thoughtful responses from each candidate.
To give you a sneak peek, we dropped a lighthearted teaser video on March 27 highlighting all interviewed candidates (City Council and mayoral) and—just for fun—their favorite drinks.
Here’s the weekly rollout:
Monday: Meet the Candidate
Tuesday: Vision & Priorities
Wednesday: Key Challenges
Thursday: Policy & Accessibility
Friday: Why Vote for Them + Full Interview Video
We’ll also be sending out a special Wednesday edition spotlighting every city council candidate in one place.
Make sure you’re following along on Facebook and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don’t miss a single interview:
https://www.youtube.com/@TheJustin-Journal
Justin City Council – Quick Read (March 26, 2026)
Crestview Development
~1,244-acre planned community near FM 407 & Treeline Parkway
Mix of homes, commercial, and mixed-use; smaller lots down to 4,400 sq. ft.
137 acres of parks; land sold for future Northwest ISD schools
Could generate ~$22M/year in taxes
➡️ Full details & maps on the city website.
Traffic Safety – Timberbrook Pkwy / FM 156
Concerns: heavy traffic, high speeds, unsafe turns
Next step: council will review traffic study, signals, turn lanes & safety options
➡️ Updates posted on the city website.
Key Approvals & Updates
Film Friendly City designation
Strategic Plan, panhandling & dangerous animal ordinances
Fire Department ambulance remount
Repeal of Rental Certificate of Occupancy
J-Rec program funding & downtown revitalization grant
Workshop & Proposals
Meshtastic repeater: solar-powered emergency backup network
Senior property tax relief request
Precious metals business regulations
Audit report & council meeting efficiency improvements
Bottom Line: Major growth, traffic safety, and community improvements are in motion. Residents can track progress on Justin’s city website.
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LOCAL BUSINESS
Crestview Development Approved: What It Means for Justin’s Growth
The City of Justin has approved a major zoning change paving the way for Crestview, a 1,244-acre master-planned community by Bloomfield Homes, located north and northwest of FM 407 and Treeline Parkway.
The property has been rezoned to a Planned Development (PD), allowing for a mix of:
Single-family homes (starting at 4,400 sq ft lots)
Commercial and retail space
Mixed-use areas, parks, and open space
Why it matters for Justin:
This type of large-scale development is designed to bring long-term economic impact to the city. As Crestview builds out over time, it is expected to:
Expand the local tax base through new property values
Generate sales tax revenue from future retail and commercial development
Help fund city services, infrastructure, and public safety
Support continued growth while following Justin’s Comprehensive Plan
Infrastructure like roads, water, and sewer will be developed alongside the project, with portions funded through developer-backed mechanisms such as PID financing—helping reduce upfront strain on existing city resources.
The ordinance received initial approval on March 26, with final approval expected April 9. Development will occur in phases, meaning growth will be gradual but significant over the coming years.
Bottom line: Crestview represents one of the largest upcoming developments in Justin—bringing new homes, new businesses, and new revenue streams that will play a key role in shaping the city’s future.
EVENTS
Get Ready for a Fun-Filled Week in Justin!
Spring is in the air, the parks are calling, and there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the week ahead. From quirky national days to egg-citing Easter events, live music, and community gatherings—there’s something for everyone. Check out what’s happening each day and start planning your perfect week!
Monday~ March 30
National Folding Laundry Day
Tuesday~ March 31
Thursday~ April 2
Justin Business Association Meeting~ 8-9AM Mule Barn (occurs twice a month)
Ladies Night at Ace Hardware~ 6-8PM Ladies’ Night/ CMN Fundraiser
Friday~ April 3
NISD and Argyle ISD~ Student and Staff Holiday
Bunny Eggspedition~ A Pool Egg Hunt at The Keller Pointe
Denton Art Crawl~ 4PM
Fun Friday~ 3-5PM Free Admission to Explorium Denton Children’s Museum
Live Music~ Midtown-10PM at Marty B’s
Live Music~ Danny Joseph Free Music at the Mule Barn
Saturday~ April 4
Argyle Easter Egg Hunt~ 8:10AM-12PM (Pancake breakfast and egg hunt)
Easter Farmers Market and Egg Hunt~4PM 156 Produce
Eggstravaganza~ 10AM-12PM FBC Justin 402 W 8th Street
Eggstravaganza~ All day at Denton County Cowboy Church in Ponder
Fort Worth Stockyards Easter Egg Hop~ 12-4PM at Fort Worth Stockyards
Easter Bunny Hunt Storytime with Easter Egg Hunt~ 11am The Highlands of Flower Mound
Teen Twilight Egg Hunt~ 6-9PM Vela Sports Complex (Field 2) 3801 N. Elm St
Adaptive and Inclusive Easter Egg Hunt~ 3-5PM Denton
Scarborough Renaissance Festival~ April 4-May 25 Waxahachie
Live Music~ Big City Outlaws at Marty B’s
Live Music~ CJ Briscoe at 3Wide Brewing 7-10PM
Additional events on our online calendar
Sunday~ April 5
Easter Sunday
Happy Easter~ 3Wide Brewing face painting, Hat Bar, Egg Hunt and more
📅See our online calendar for upcoming and ongoing events
Plan Ahead:
4/7~ Ribbon Cutting Roanoke Live rescheduled
4/11~ Justin Farmer’s Market Opening day and Plant Sale
4/11-12~ Family Campout in Flower Mound
4/12~ Kahwa Coffee Roaster Wheels of Hope Classic Car Show
4/18~ Justin Clean Up Event
4/18~ Kids Fishing Derby in Flower Mound
4/25~ Father Daughter Prom in Flower Mound
4/25~ Justin Fun Day
5/3~ NASCAR Cup Series- Liqui Moly
5/15~ Deadline to protest property taxes
5/23~ 4th Annual Car Show and Cruisn’ in Justin at Justin Town Square
6/5-7~ FoodieLand Food Festival- Fort Worth
Thanks for starting your week with us, Justin! We hope you found some fun events and interesting tidbits to enjoy. Want to see your business featured? Email us for advertising info at [email protected] and let’s get your name in front of the community.
If you enjoyed this newsletter, share it with friends and neighbors—the more, the merrier! And remember: why did the Easter egg hide? Because it was a little chicken! 😄
Have a great week, Justin!