Rockwall Women’s League 5K/Walk-a-thon winners announced

Rockwall Women’s League looks ahead to Big Hat Bingo Bash and ‘Waltz Across Texas’ charity ball   The Rockwall Women’s League “Walk Across Texas” 5K/Walk-a-thon drew many participants and volunteers to Harry Myers Park on Saturday, Oct. 22. Rockwall Women’s League thanks everyone involved for helping to contribute to the community. They look forward to seeing everyone at […]

Pardners Foundation supports Rowlett’s parks system

Howdy, Pardners! The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 20 for Rowlett Pardners Foundation, Inc., an organization which exists to support the parks system of the city of Rowlett.  This includes, but is not limited to, volunteering at events, fundraising, building park amenities, and building relationships with the community.  The idea for the Rowlett […]

Meet Carly, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Carly, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

This happy young dog will put a smile on your face. Carly is a fun-loving girl. She’s intelligent, friendly and very beautiful. With a little obedience training, she’s going to grow up to be a wonderful and attentive adult. Add some sunshine to your day by coming out to the Rockwall Animal Adoption Center to […]

Christian Corneau Memorial Run honors local student, benefits YMCA community

Christian Corneau Memorial Run honors local student, benefits YMCA community

(Rockwall County) The 4th Annual “Go the Distance” Christian Corneau Memorial Run will be Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Rockwall County Family YMCA, located at 1210 N. Goliad St. in Rockwall.    The event honors Christian Corneau, a Rockwall student who passed away in 2006.  Proceeds benefit the Partners Campaign, the YMCA’s financial assistance fund that […]

Texas Retired Teachers Association hosts District X fall convention

Texas Retired Teachers Association hosts District X fall convention

The  District X Fall Convention of the Texas Retired Teachers Association was held Oct. 17 in Dallas at the Highland Springs Retirement Community.  The annual meeting included many reports, the election of officers and the address by the keynote speaker, Herbert Norris, TRTA President.    The Rockwall Area Retired Teachers Association was represented by Becky Cecil, Ginny […]

Raider Roundup, Homecoming activities, week of Oct. 24

(Wylie East High School) Monday, Oct. 24 Carnival 4 to 8 p.m., Olde City Park; Parade 6:30, Downtown Ballard St. Tuesday, Oct. 25 Raider Royalty elections at lunch in media center. Spirit day: “A Walk on the Wild Side” Crazy socks/hair (No unnatural hair colors) Wednesday, Oct. 26 Spirit day: “Hunt the Lions” Wear camouflage. On […]

Construction of Heath’s north water tower moves forward

 City of Heath and The Fulton School reach agreement The RCH Water Supply Corporation purchased the site for the City ofHeath’s north elevated water tower 40 years ago. Today, construction of the needed addition to the city’s infrastructure will move forward following an agreement between The Fulton School and the City of Heath. “The Fulton School […]

Stage 3 water conservation measures effective Nov. 1 in Heath

(Heath) Stage 3 water restrictions will be implemented by the City of Heath at the request of the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD), the city’s water supplier via the City of Rockwall. The watering restrictions are necessary due to the continued drought. As of Tuesday, Nov. 1, City of Heath water customers will be […]

Inspire Financial Group named True Blue DFW Business

Press Release (Dallas, TX)          Oct. 20, 2011 – Inspire Financial Group, a member of U.S. Retirement Partners, Inc. and a financial services company located in Richardson, Texas, was recently invited to participate in the True Blue Business Recognition Series, a program that publicly recognizes exceptional companies and business owners in the Dallas-Fort Worth area that […]

Will Graham is keynote speaker at tonight’s launch party

In preparation for the Trinity Valley Will Graham Celebration coming to Terrell on March 23-25, 2012, 36-year-old Will Graham, Billy Graham’s grandson, will be the keynote speaker at a launch party from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20 at the Terrell ISD Performing Arts Center, 400 Poetry Road in Terrell. Pastors are encouraged to bring their ministry […]