The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Big Papa’s Burgers Blue Bell & BBQ with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Feb. 1. Big Papa’s Burgers Blue Bell & BBQ is a family style restaurant that serves up traditional American fare, barbecue, burgers, hot dogs and Southern cooking. Don’t forget to try their new baked […]
The Wylie ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $21,125,000 bond package and called for a May 12 election for new construction and renovation at both high school campuses. If passed, this proposal will not raise school property taxes. The action came during the regular Board meeting on February 20. “Earlier this school year the […]
Part 6 in a 10-part series on Parents as Leaders One definition of spirit is “a particular mood or emotional state characterized by vigor and animation.” As leaders we need to have enthusiasm for the work we are doing, the people we are working with, and the place where we work and play. As parent […]
One hundred years after it struck a massive iceberg on its maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York, the cruise ship Titanic evokes as much fascination as ever. The mighty ship was thought to be unsinkable, but it sank less than three hours after striking the iceberg off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada, with […]
The City of Heath invites you to start Easter weekend off at the 2012 Heart of Heath 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, April 7. The family-friendly event is open to all ages and athletic abilities ranging from the casual walker or baby jogger to the elite runner. The fun begins rain or shine at 8:30 a.m. […]
Your Friday Funny by Forney artist Donald Frederick.
Enjoy a day of hoops, celebrate the life of Cameron Echols The 6th Annual Cameron Echols Memorial Basketball Tournament will be Saturday, Feb. 25. Games will be played at the Rockwall YMCA, Williams Middle School and the Rockwall ISD Administration Building. The tournament honors the memory of Cameron Echols, a 13-year-old Rockwall student and athlete […]
An intimate crowd of nearly 100 supporters gathered at the Ranch House at the Vaquero Club in Westlake, Thursday, Feb. 23 to meet Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum. Conservative talk show hosts Mark Davis of WBAP radio and Glenn Beck of GBTV were also on hand. According to recent polls, Santorum’s “Faith, Family and Freedom […]
Plant engineering specialties distributor Hatfield and Company will construct a 50,000 square foot building to relocate their operation. Hatfield and Company is relocating their corporate headquarters, manufacturing facility and local sales office from Mesquite to the Rockwall Technology Park. The new 3.6 acre site will be located at Discovery Boulevard and Innovation Drive in Phase I of the […]
Businesses that achieve True Blue status deliver quality goods and exceptional service, while demonstrating a strong commitment to their employees and to the community. Whether they are start-up companies, mid-sized businesses or corporate giants, True Blue Businesses adhere to high ethical standards. They are pro-active and engaged, fair-minded and responsive. Put simply, True Blue Businesses […]