USA Water Polo brings Olympic Development Program to Rockwall

(November 27, 2012) The USA Water Polo Southwest Division will hold its Olympic Development Program practice session at the Rockwall Aquatic Center this  Sunday, December 2. The Southwest Division comprises Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. Athletes who have gone through tryout sessions will be participating in three practices. The last practice is a two-day selection […]

Crafter’s Co-op: little shop with big heart

(Wylie – November 26, 2012) Since marrying in 1999, Dwight and Terry Lancaster dedicated their lives to service. It started with founding Bethesda Nursing Home Ministry and led up to the 2011 opening of the Crafter’s Co-op store in historic downtown Wylie. Crafter’s Co-op provides a retail outlet for the creative works of about 90 crafters, […]

‘Gobble baby, Gobble baby’ at Reinhardt

(Rockwall ISD – November 26, 2012) Mrs. Sauerwein’s class at Reinhardt Elementary School recently won a contest for the most food collected for donation to Helping Hands’ Thanksgiving baskets. Sauerwein is pictured donning her turkey outfit. She had so much fun she made up a danced called the “Gobble baby, gobble baby.” The donated food filled […]

Meet Angel, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(November 26, 2012) Looking for the perfect Christmas lap warmer? This little Angel is happy to spend the entire holiday season cuddled up with you. And she’s truly an angel. She’s sweet, adorable and very gentle. You may have a family tradition of putting an angel atop your Christmas tree. But this Angel belongs in your […]

Discover Australia during exclusive event at Travel Leaders Rowlett

(November 26, 2012) Ever wonder what it would be like to sail in Sydney Harbor, experience the vibrant cultural scene in Melbourne or dive the Great Barrier Reef? With its sophisticated cities, stunning coastal and mountain regions, indigenous culture, and world-class food and wine, Australia woos and allures like no other place on earth. Gain […]

Festival of Trees underway, benefiting Helping Hands

Festival of Trees underway, benefiting Helping Hands

(Rockwall) November 26, 2012 – Bring the family to experience the magic of the 3rd annual Festival of Treesthat will brighten this joyous holiday season beginning Sunday, November 25 with a showcase of extraordinary trees at the Hilton Bella Harbor on Lake Ray Hubbard, and continuing through Friday, November 30 with a dinner and auction. […]

Texas Regional Medical Center collecting gift cards for seniors

(Sunnyvale – November 26, 2012) In an effort to make the holiday season merrier for some of North Texas’ older residents, Texas Regional Medical Center at Sunnyvale is joining forces with Mesquite-based nonprofit Sharing Life Community Outreach and radio station KLUV (98.7 FM) to host Sharing Life With LUV. The campaign will collect gift cards […]

WOOF-Stock to help fund new facility, benefit Royse City animal welfare

(November 25, 2012) Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 9  when the first annual WOOF-Stock event gets tails wagging in Royse City. Hosted by Kuykendall Insurance, the event will help raise funds for local animal welfare organizations. The day begins at 7 a.m. with a “Strut Your Mutt” 5K Run. Registration is underway here. From […]

Holiday Open House, Student Art Exhibit at ArtVentures Studio

(Rockwall – November 25, 2012) Family and friends are welcome as ArtVentures Studio and Joetta Currie host a Holiday Open House and Student Art Exhibit from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, November 25. Enjoy artist demonstrations, face painting, a free art project and refreshments. ArtVentures Studio is located at 507 N. Goliad in Rockwall. Additional […]

Rockwall Art League to host art expo, sale Wednesday

(Rockwall – November 25, 2012) Don’t miss the Rockwall Art League Expo and Sale from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, November 28 at Harry Myers Park Community Center, 805 E. Washington in Rockwall. Discover original works of art for sale at great prices, one-of-a-kind gifts, and art supplies.  Cash or checks only; credit card charges […]