Candidates to address important election issues at Garland Chamber forum Garland candidates in contested district races have added a stop to their campaign trails at the Garland Chamber of Commerce’s Monthly Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, April 30. The Luncheon, held at The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth […]
Join “Living Well with Cancer,” a support program for cancer survivors, their family and friends, from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 3 at Lake Pointe Cancer Center, 7501 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 120 in Rowlett, 75088. Russ Levinton with Humana will be the guest speaker. Come learn about nutrition, exercise, stress management, and symptom management […]
Congratulations to Wylie and Angela Webb at 1221 Whispering Glen for being chosen as the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Yard of the Month winner. The purpose of the program is to recognize Royse City’s citizens who demonstrate above-average efforts in maintaining their property, thereby contributing to the overall appearance of the community at large. […]
The Garland Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is now hiring staff for the summer pool season. Lifeguards and swim instructors start at $8.75/hour. Guest Services positions start at $7.75/hour. Lifeguard classes are offered starting on April 23, May 5 and May 12. Apply online today at garlandhr.com and call 972-205-2750 to register for lifeguard course. To submit […]
Enthusiasm and excitement filled the air as the 59th Annual Rockwall Youth Fair got underway with more than 200 entries. The activity, held at the Rockwall ISD Ag Complex on Riding Club Road, took place from Wednesday, March 21 through March 24, 2012. The Youth Fair was held as an achievement event for all youth […]
The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Rowlett Gold and Silver Exchange with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 27. Rowlett Gold and Silver Exchange pays the highest cash settlements for gold and silver. They are looking to buy all the gold and silver in Rowlett and the surrounding areas. Ask owners Allen and […]
Rockwall MusicFest hosted a reception March 29 to introduce its new entertainment series for 2012-13. Rockwall MusicFest Presents will include four great evenings of varied entertainment including jazz, swing, acapella and comedic performances. Ruth Peck, Rockwall MusicFest founder, made the announcement and showed a video with a sample of all of the performances. “Rockwall MusicFest and The […]
Eddie is an incredibly sweet red heeler. He’s a highly intelligent, attentive and friendly dog. He currently lives at the Rockwall animal shelter with Elvis, his near-identical twin. Both brothers pick up on obedience training in a flash. Make this Easter one to remember by making Eddie (and perhaps Elvis too!) a member of your […]
Residents invited to question candidates Frisco residents are invited to attend a Political Speed Dating Event from 10:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, organized by the Frisco Area Republican Women. The event, designed to facilitate discussion between constituents and candidates, is being offered as a refreshing way for residents to ask face-to-face questions […]
On 29 March, 2012, the Sun came back to life for many of us who pay attention to such events. Active region AR1429 rotated back onto the Earth-facing Sun on its northern hemisphere. In this case, the Sun is like a giant conveyor belt moving from our left to right. The last time the sunspots […]