Lake Pointe Cancer Center offers Survivorship Program

You may be asking yourself, ‘When do you become a cancer survivor?” According to the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, survivorship begins at the time of diagnosis and continues for the remainder of your life. Our goal at the Lake Pointe Cancer Center is to provide you with information and support needed to ensure your […]

Dallas H.O.G. St. Patty’s Day Run rolls out March 11

The Dallas, Texas Chapter of H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) will hosts its 28th annual St. Patty’s Day Run on Sunday, March 11, 2012. Rain or shine, the scenic ride starts at Hella Shrine Temple, 2121 Rowlett Road in Garland, with registration and the first bike out at 8:30 a.m. The last bike in will be […]

DAR hosts Annual Awards Tea, recognizes teachers, students

The annual Rock Wall Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution Chapter Awards Presentation was held on Sunday, March 4, in the home of Regent Carolyn Duckworth. Two Rockwall ISD teachers were recognized. Barbara Starling Wood, Ouida Springer Elementary teacher, was recognized for winning the essay contest when she was in the 8th grade in Royse […]

Reinhardt honors its Rotary Student of the Month

(Rockwall ISD) Congratulations are in order for Virginia Reinhardt Elementary’s Rotary Student of the Month: Emily Baumann! Reinhardt staff and administration came together to choose the one student most deserving of recognition for her outstanding citizenship.  This was no easy task; however after much consideration Miss Baumann was chosen for her years of consistent positive […]

Avery’s Angels raise thousands but family’s joy is stolen

Avery’s Angels raise thousands but family’s joy is stolen

 Richardson family seeks help in retrieving stolen iPad with precious family photos, movies  Hundreds of friends and supporters of six-year-old Avery Akeman gathered at Fairview Farms, just north of Parker/Central Expressway in Plano, Sunday, March 4 for a BBQ dinner fundraiser and auction. The event was very successful, raising thousands of dollars with donated items […]

Funny Bunny Festival at Railroad Park March 31

(Lewisville) The 25th Annual Funny Bunny Festival will be from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 31 at Toyota of Lewisville Railroad Park, 1301 Railroad Street. Admission is $1 per person, free for children younger than 3. Visit with the Funny Bunny, play carnival games, enjoy face painting and join in the annual egg hunt. […]

Mayoral Message: ‘Good things are happening in Rockwall’

(Rockwall) Good things are happening in the City of Rockwall– life is good and our residents are engaged. 2012 is expected to be the year our economy begins recovering from the financial challenges of the last several years. We are already seeing increased commercial development with the new office complex (PD-32) at The Harbor, the […]

Meet Mojo, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Mojo, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Mojo may look like your typical chihuahua, since he’s small and cute. But he could be the friendliest chihuahua on the planet. He’s about three years old and very well-behaved. He’s also extremely playful. You’d never know he was used as bait for fighting dogs when he was much younger. Maybe Mojo knows how to […]

MidSouth Bank: Old fashioned service, modern conveniences

MidSouth Bank: Old fashioned service, modern conveniences

The last time you walked into your bank, did the teller greet you by name? The answer may be yes, but she probably didn’t do so until seeing your name on the deposit slip you handed her. When customers visit MidSouth Bank, they are personally addressed – and usually offered a cup of coffee, too. […]

Mayor Gottel to present ‘State of the City’ at Chamber luncheon

Join the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, March 14 at the Rowlett Community Centre, 5300 Main St. in Rowlett, as Mayor Todd Gottel presents the “State of the City” address. Food service begins at 11:30a.m. Come early and network. Guests are always welcome. Bring brochures and promotional items for the Information Table. Reservations should be made […]