Rockwall County Judge Nancy Beaty earns ‘Distinguished’ honor in College of Justice Court Judges

ROCKWALL (November 5, 2013) The Honorable Judge Nancy Beaty, Rockwall County was recently inducted as a “Distinguished Member” into Texas Justice Court Judges Association (JCJA) College of Justice Court Judges.  The College encourages and recognizes judges who strive for advanced education over and above the state mandated education requirements. Judge Beaty was one of only […]

JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall to break ground on $5M expansion

Public invited to groundbreaking ceremony Thursday 4pm (ROCKWALL -November 5, 2013) The public is welcome as the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall hosts a groundbreaking ceremony from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. The event celebrates a nearly $5 million renovation & expansion project that will add 12,000 sq ft to the facility. Local […]

Lone Star CASA welcomes new volunteers

Lone Star CASA welcomes new volunteers

ROCKWALL/KAUFMAN COUNTY (November 5, 2013) Eight Lone Star CASA volunteers were sworn in by Judge Brett Hall on October 28th. From left are Richard Carson, Eliana McGrath, Joni Jenkins, Judge Hall, Thea Russell, Dennis McBay, Doreen Craig, Carol Rosini and Stephanie Phalen. These new COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES will be working in conjunction with the […]

Rockwall student, Scouts present US flag at NASCAR race

Rockwall student, Scouts present US flag at NASCAR race

ROCKWALL (November 5, 2013) Rockwall High School student and Boy Scout Troop 646 Star Scout Brandon Hamann, second from right, helped present the United States flag during the National Anthem at the NASCAR Sprint Cup AAA Texas 500 race Sunday at Texas Motor Speedway. Rockwall’s Amber Carrington, The Voice semi-finalist, also sang the National Anthem at the […]

Rockwall Democrats to meet Nov 16, ‘Battle Year 2014’

ROCKWALL (November 5, 2013) Rockwall Democrats will host their monthly meeting on Saturday, November 16th at Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E Washington St. in Rockwall. The breakfast meeting opens at 9 a.m. with a tribute to Native American Month, followed by a report and discussion on Strategic Planning. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Democratic […]

Reinhardt fifth graders learn orienteering

Reinhardt fifth graders learn orienteering

ROCKWALL ISD (November 4, 2013) These students from Reinhardt Elementary are learning about orienteering at Camp Grady Spruce. Fifth graders  attended science camp for the week. From left are Jadyn Ellis, Nikya Stevens, Trey Wheeler and Jordan Norwood. Photo submitted by Patricia Corwin. Please click here to LIKE our Facebook page, so we can reach […]

Rockwall County Republican Women to welcome gubernatorial candidate Tom Pauken

ROCKWALL COUNTY (November 4, 2013) Rockwall County Republican Women will have their monthly meeting honoring Veterans and hosting Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Pauken at Harry Myers Community Center on Monday, November 11, 2013, at 6:30pm. Pauken, a Vietnam Veteran will be speaking on patriotism and veterans affairs in Texas. Please come share a meal, conversation and […]

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

ROCKWALL (November 3, 2013) Celia Straight was presented the Rockwall Student of Honor at the Rockwall Rotary Club’s October 31st lunch meeting. Celia attends Dobbs Elementary, and was honored for her outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Ruth Johnson, Principal at Dobbs, presented the award. Photos by Greg Caffarel. Please click here to LIKE our Facebook page, […]

Meet Abigail, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Abigail, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL (November 4, 2013) Are you the very special person that Abigail is looking for?  This pretty three-year-old can’t help it if she’s a diva. With that attitude, she needs to be the only cat in your household. She’s sweet and friendly when it comes to people, but Abigail wants nothing to do with other cats. She’s […]

Sundance is ready for new home

Throwaway Ponies Adoption Spotlight ROCKWALL (November 3, 2013) Meet Sundance, our Throwaway Ponies Adoption Spotlight. This 10-month-old unregistered quarterhorse will dance her way into your heart.  She leads, loads and stands for grooming.  Her older sisters are well built and stand about 1 hands.  Sundance’s mother is also being cared for at Throwaway Ponies. Throwaway […]