The week features free virtual learning, experiments and fun for children from preschool through high school DALLAS (April 17, 2020) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas will host a Virtual STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) workshop the week of April 20-24 so children of all ages can be introduced to STEM through fun, engaging […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – April 17, 2020) The Rockwall Youth Fair Livestock Show has been a treasured annual event since it was founded by Odis Lowe in 1953. When like many other events, the Rockwall Youth Fair was cancelled because of COVID-19, 4-H and FFA members from across the county had to make a decision on what […]
DALLAS COUNTY, TX – April 16, 2020 – Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins announced that beginning Saturday, April 18, all residents over the age of two must wear a cloth covering over their face and mouth when visiting essential businesses, in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. Essential business employees and riders of public transportation […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – April 16, 2020) Ryan Chapman is a senior at Rockwall-Heath High School. He is a 2020 Class Officer, a member of Student Council, a member of National Honor Society, a member of Mu Alpha Theta, a 100 hour Volunteer member, a member of PALS and Student Leadership. Ryan is also a Varsity Soccer […]
(April 16, 2020) Governor Greg Abbott’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism yesterday launched the Governor’s Small Business Webinar Series to provide Texas small business owners and entrepreneurs with timely, relevant, and actionable information on COVID-19 recovery resources. The first webinar, specifically tailored to Central Texas, was attended by over 3,000 Texans. The Webinar Series […]
(FATE, TX – April 16, 2020) The City of Fate has completed a video that encapsulates the history of Fate’s past. Plans are set for Friday, April 17 at 6 PM to premiere the video on its Facebook page (www.facebook.com/CityOfFate) As a way of bringing the community together, part of the #FateStrong movement, Fate is encouraging […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – April 16, 2020) Senior Dylan Potts of Rockwall-Heath High School will attend Texas A&M University in College Station in the fall. He plans to study Biology and go to medical school. He is also going to join the Corp while at A&M. Submitted by Stefani Woodward. Help us shine the spotlight on […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – April 16, 2020) Senior Madeleine Anne Angel of Rockwall-Heath High School plays in the Varsity Orchestra and has competed at the State level for Cello. She is part of the International Baccalaureate Program and is active in the National Charity League LoneStar Chapter. Maddie plans to attend Baylor University in the Fall of 2020 to major in […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – April 15, 2020) With social distancing in place due to COVID-19, local photographer Destiny Wanamaker has found a creative way to help some of the most vulnerable members of our community while virtually connecting friends and neighbors through photos. Wanamaker is offering five-minute family portrait sessions of residents on their front porches, […]
Raising funds to do Whatever It Takes for youth, families, and communities (ROCKWALL, TX – April 15, 2020) Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas announced today a fundraising campaign aimed at supporting COVID-19 relief efforts in the Commerce, Greenville, and Rockwall areas. In times of tragedy and crisis, Boys & Girls Clubs have stepped up […]