Frisco resident, Army veteran on mission to bless one million lives

(Frisco – November 10, 2012) When Army veteran Stephanie King of Frisco left the military, she thought she would work her way up the Federal government career chain and retire at 65. But, as she says it, “The Lord had bigger plans for me than I could ever imagine.” Stephanie did work for the Federal […]

Rest Haven to honor area veterans with old-fashioned USO Canteen

Rest Haven to honor area veterans with old-fashioned USO Canteen

(Rockwall) November 7, 2012 – For almost 40 years, Rest Haven Funeral Home and Memorial Park in Rockwall has taken great pride in honoring local veterans with various programs and celebrations. This year, Rest Haven will again recreate the nostalgic atmosphere of an old-fashioned USO Canteen, with festive decorations and music on Friday, November 9. […]

For nearly 40,000 people, Thanksgiving Day begins with Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot

For nearly 40,000 people, Thanksgiving Day begins with Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot

Did you know that the 2011 Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot achieved Guinness Book of World Record’s recognition as the most people dressed as turkeys in one location? (Dallas) October 27, 2012 – With more than forty years in the making, the Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot is almost here, again marking Dallas’ way to begin Thanksgiving Day. […]

Advanced Energy Solutions celebrates with ribbon cutting

(Rowlett) November 6, 2012 – The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Advanced Energy Solutions with a ribbon cutting on November 1. ADVANCED ENERGY SOLUTIONS … Home Energy Audits / Home Energy Ratings They specialize in home energy diagnostics and indoor air quality testing. They are a third party verification company operating in both […]

Holiday travel: what to do before you leave for the airport

November 6, 2012 – Spending time with family and friends during the winter holidays is wonderful, but the travel required to be with the ones you love can often be challenging. From Thanksgiving through­­­­­ New Year’s Day, the holidays are one of the year’s busiest times for travel. You can’t control the crowds, but you […]

Mock election at Reinhardt Elementary

(Rockwall ISD) November 6, 2012 – Third  grade Rockets rock the mock elections at Reinhardt Elementary. Today there was schoolwide participation as students learned about the election process in their classes. Pictured are Lily Jordan, Ashley Drennon, Rozilyn Liechty, Madelyn Weir, Molly Schalk, Amisha Rahman, Trinity Muckian and Alex Orji. Submitted by Patricia Corwin. To share […]

Chamber welcomes Cybernut Solutions

(Rowlett) November 6, 2012 – The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Cybernut Solutions with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, October 30. Fixed-rate Computer Support for businesses in greater Dallas area … Cybernut Solutions is devoted to providing companies with satisfying Computer Support with a predictable budget. Through their budget-friendly service plans, you get […]

Meet Griffin, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Griffin, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

November 5, 2012 – November is Adopt a Senior Pet month, and little Griffin is trying to pretend he doesn’t belong here. Even though he’s a 10-year-old pomeranian, he’s a little action figure. This happy dog loves to play and explore – all in high gear. In spite of his age, he’s a little spitfire. […]

Springer students vote for ‘Bad Kitty’

(Rockwall ISD) November 5, 2012 – During library classes this week, students at Springer Elementary campaigned for one of the lesser-known candidates, Bad Kitty.  Librarian Mrs. Taylor read from Bad Kitty for President by Nick Bruel. Students made campaign signs, polled classmates, then wore campaign buttons promoting their candidate. Pictured are 1st graders from Mrs. King’s class. Front row:  Daly Foster, Lizzy […]

Daughters of American Revolution host National Defense Luncheon

(Rockwall) November 5, 2012 – The Rock Wall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosted its National Defense Luncheon on Saturday, November 3 at the Rockwall County Library. Chapter Regent, Peggy Atterberry, introduced guest speaker, Admiral Robert Smith, III. Admiral Smith is a Fate, Texas native who married his hometown sweetheart, Mary Sue […]