Rockwall LULAC president to be part of panel discussion on ‘Sanctuary Cities’ bill

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 13, 2017) Rockwall LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) president Sol Villasana will be on a panel organized by the Rockwall County Democratic Party to discuss Senate Bill 4 (SB4), the law recently signed into law by Texas Governor Greg Abbott aimed at so-called “sanctuary cities.” Also on the panel […]

Meet Bahama Mama, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 12, 2017) Bahama Mama wants to do nothing more than wiggle her way into your heart! This girl is a happy, lovable wiggle-butt who brings a smile to every face she meets. She’s a compact girl who weighs just under 40 pounds. She’s made friends with every dog she’s met so […]

Rockwall Country Fair Saturday

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 9, 2017) Join the Rockwall Soroptimist for a fun day at their 4th annual Country Fair at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 111 East Yellow Jacket Lane, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 10. Admission and parking are FREE. Enjoy live music and entertainment all day, lots of vendors, food […]

Rockwall ISD Education Foundation hosts bowling tournament

‘Most successful REF fundraiser in years’ (ROCKWALL, TX – June 5, 2017) Over 180 people attended the inaugural “REF Bowling Classic”presented by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Lake Pointe on May 13 in support of the Rockwall ISD Education Foundation, which raises awareness and funds to enrich the education of RISD students. The tournament, which […]

Wild Wonders

(ROCKWALL, TX – May 5, 2017) It was pitch black. My headlamp lit a path though the dark field to the edge of the woods and the perfect hide. Philip worked his way into the opening to set up some chairs while I placed the decoy where a turkey could see it after coming off […]

Global Advance: Missions that Make Sense

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – June 5, 2017) There’s a non-descript office complex perched on the east side of Ridge Road in Rockwall with a view toward Lake Ray Hubbard. For passers-by, a street-facing signboard suggests a missions or ministry office: Global Advance. Curiosity about the organization sent me online, where I found a world of good: […]