Garland High School grad now hometown firefighter

GARLAND, TX (March 6, 2015) Just one year after graduating from Garland High School, Micah Wesberry landed his dream job. The alumnus was recently hired to the City of Garland Fire Department, all thanks to a grant he received his senior year. “Firefighting was something that I wanted to pursue,” he explained. “Having the ability […]

Garland ISD launches STEAM education initiative

GARLAND, TX (March 6, 2015) Garland Independent School District is joining hundreds of school districts nationwide by implementing the innovative educational framework known as STEAM, which stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Championed by educators, public officials and researchers across the country, STEAM’s official concept is that science and technology interpreted through engineering […]

Honda Cars of Rockwall recognized as Top Dealership for Customer Service

ROCKWALL, TX (January 20, 2015) – Honda Cars of Rockwall has been recognized as North Texas’ number one Honda car dealership for customer service. Honda Cars of Rockwall has not only the honor of calling themselves top dealership in North Texas but also in the United States – placing in the top ten dealerships for […]

Springer ‘Tiny Titans’ head to regional robotics competition

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 20, 2015) – Springer Elementary’s robotics teams recently competed at the VEX Robotics event located at Utley Middle School last Saturday, with outstanding results! Both teams earned awards during the competition and one will be advancing to Regionals next month. Featured clockwise from back left are Tiny Titans Ryan Bostik, Collin Renteria, […]

Four Celtic Voices to perform in Terrell Feb. 12

TERRELL, TX (Jan. 20, 2015) Four Celtic Voices will present a program of traditional and contemporary Irish repertoire at the Terrell ISD Performing Arts Center in Terrell, Texas on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. E! Terrell Entertainment Series will also sponsor a student outreach performance by Four Celtic Voices as part of their […]

Rockwall Community Playhouse to present Romeo & Juliet

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 10, 2015) William Shakespeare’s masterpiece Romeo & Juliet opens at Rockwall Community Playhouse in February, the month celebrating love. Come experience the beauty, poetry and passion of  Shakespeare’s greatest romance, where love and violence vie for the hearts and souls of young, star-crossed lovers. Performance dates are Feb. 6, 7, 8, 13, […]

Rockwall-Heath Theatre presents ‘Music Man’

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Jan. 8, 2015) Join Rockwall-Heath High School’s Theatre Department as they present Meredith Wilson’s “The Music Man.” Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15; Friday, Jan. 16; and Saturday, Jan. 17 at the RHHS Performing Arts Center. To share your good news and events, email . Please click here to LIKE […]

Springer students present ‘First LaunchPad’ project

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 9, 2015) Fifth graders at Springer Elementary recently gave their first LaunchPad PBL presentation. Students were asked to design a unique, modern American symbol to represent our country’s history and diversity. Students researched current American symbols, examining their history and their meaning. Photo submitted by Jenny Kaup, SAGE teacher, Springer Elementary. To […]

Royse City Chamber recognizes Yard of the Month

ROYSE CITY, TX (Jan. 9, 2014) The Royse City Order of the Eastern Star has chosen 216 North Star Drive, owned by Molly Cliett, as the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Yard of the Month winner for January. The purpose of the Yard of the Month program is to recognize Royse City’s citizens who demonstrate above-average […]

Rockwall Fire Chief honored for 35 years of service

Rockwall Fire Chief honored for 35 years of service

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 9, 2015) On Monday, Mayor Jim Pruitt declared Jan. 5, 2015 as Chief Mark Poindexter Happy 35th Anniversary Day in the City of Rockwall, honoring the fire chief’s service. “He is someone who rose from the ranks as a volunteer firefighter to become the city’s top fire official,” the Mayor said. “The City of Rockwall is […]