Fire Trucks & Flapjacks fundraiser a success for Wylie East Sapphires

(Wylie) October 1, 2013 – The Wylie East Sapphires Drill Team wishes to thank the Wylie Fire Department, the community and a host of generous supporters for a fabulous pancake breakfast fundraiser.  The event was held Saturday, Sept. 21 at Fire Station #3, located at the intersection of Brown and W.A. Allen. CVS, Kroger and Albertson’s […]

First Christian Church Rockwall to celebrate World Communion Festival Sunday

(ROCKWALL – October 1, 2013) First Christian Church Rockwall will celebrate their World Communion Festival, October 6, with an International Dinner at 5 p.m. followed by the worship service at 6:30 pm.  Special guest speaker Don Tatlock is the Central America and Caribbean Liaison for Church World Service.  CWS is an ecumenical faith-based relief, development, […]

Navy SEAL Fitness Challenge coming to Rockwall ISD

Navy SEAL Fitness Challenge coming to Rockwall ISD

(ROCKWALL – October 1, 2013) The Rockwall High School Jacket Backers Athletic Booster Club will host its first annual Navy SEAL Fitness Challenge on November 16th at the Rockwall ISD Aquatics Center. The Navy SEAL Fitness Challenge is modeled after the actual physical fitness test used by the US Navy to screen candidates applying for […]

Royse City Chamber recognizes Yard of the Month

Royse City Chamber recognizes Yard of the Month

(ROYSE CITY – October 1, 2013) Congratulations to Paula Walker at 116 W. Church Street on 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 […]

Rockwall Democratic Party to meet Oct 19

(ROCKWALL – October 1, 2013) The Rockwall County Democratic Party will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday,  October 19 at Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E Washington, Rockwall. Democrats will discuss a recent meeting with Sen. Bob Deuell, the upcoming meeting with Congressman Ralph Hall, and the Community Coffee with State Rep. Scott Turner. There will be a […]

Life Beyond Cancer: new support group at Texas Health Presbyterian Rockwall

(ROCKWALL – October 1, 2013) Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall introduces a new LIFE Beyond Cancer Survivorship Program and Networking Group that is open to all cancer survivors, family members and friends. Meetings will be the third Tuesday of every month. Join them from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 15 with speaker Sudha Teerdhala, […]

Vitamins, exercise & a nutritional diet – what do you need to stay healthy as you age?

(ROCKWALL – ROWLETT – October 1, 2013) We celebrated Healthy Aging Month in September, but no matter what time of year it is, it’s important highlight the importance of maintaining a healthy body as one grows older. Proper vitamins and an active lifestyle can help mature adults focus on the positive aspects of aging. Dr. […]

Meet Liesel, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Liesel, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL – October 1, 2013) If you’re a “Sound of Music” fan, here’s a puppy that will make sure the hills are alive with the sound of oohing and ahhing. This Liesl may not be 16 going on 17 – she’s less than three months old – but she’s still innocent as a rose. You’ll want […]