Butterfly release honors former Pullen student Nate Oxford

(Rockwall ISD) June 4, 2013 – On the morning of Monday, May 29, Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary students released 85 Painted Lady butterflies at Betterton’s Butterfly Garden in memoriam of Nate Oxford, a former student at Pullen Elementary who lost his battle to cancer earlier this year.   This special garden was named after Pullen music teacher, […]

Rockwall ISD announces administrative changes

(Rockwall ISD) June 4, 2013 – In anticipation of the 2013-2014 school year, Rockwall ISD is pleased to announce the hiring and re-assignment of several principals.  These include:  Tammi Schmitt as the new principal at Celia Hays Elementary.  Mrs. Schmitt was previously the administrative intern at Hays Elementary. Ruth Johnson as the new principal at Howard […]

Royse City Chamber recognizes Yard of the Month

(Royse City) June 4, 2013 – Congratulations to Gordon and Jennifer Hay at 110 County Line Road for 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 of the community […]

Meet Dawson, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(Rockwall) June 3, 2013 – Play ball! You’ll be the proud host of the most exciting game in town when Dawson is part of your team. This happy and playful youngster is ready to please you, because he’s very coachable. And with those rugged good looks, don’t be surprised if he’s asked to sign a few […]

Sponsorships available in Rockwall-Heath Hawk football program

(Rockwall ISD) June 3, 2013 Even though summer is just heating up, it’s time to think about fall football. The Rockwall-Heath High School football booster club is offering advertising sponsorships in the football program. They range in price from $200 (quarter page) to $600 (full page). Please contact Stacy Loeffler for more info: . Deadline […]

Introducing Rockwall Christian Academy’s 2013 Valedictorian, Salutatorian

Congratulations to Valedictorian Katelyn Holboke & Salutatorian John Stanley  (Rockwall) June 3, 2013 – Valedictorian Katelyn Holboke, daughter of Matthew and Carolyn Holboke, has attended Rockwall Christian Academy for four years, participating in Varsity Basketball, Cheer, Volleyball and Yearbook. Her Junior and Senior years, she received academic awards in English, Math, History, Bible and Science, and […]

Brad Chilote named Rockwall Chamber’s Ambassador of the Month

BRADLEY CHILCOTE (Rockwall) June 3, 2013 – A number of very dedicated volunteers give their time and talent to the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, to recruit and welcome new members, help with special events, and represent their respective companies. The Ambassadors group is often the first exposure some members have to the Chamber.  The Chamber […]