Arboledas gives back to Lions Club, community

(Royse City) Arboledas Mexican Grill, located at 138 E. Main St. in Royse City, is giving back to the Royse City Lions Club and the local community by donating 15 percent of each purchase made between 5 and 10 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26 to support the club’s service projects. Dinner guests should  sign in when arriving at […]

Wylie East student flies solo

Wylie East student flies solo

(Wylie) When JC Bernarte was younger he never realized his dream would come true, but on Aug. 12 he spread his wings and flew for the first time. Joining ROTC was more than an educational experience. ROTC is where Bernarte first found his love for planes.  At the end of last year, he received a scholarship, […]

Wylie East Sapphires to host dance clinic

(Wylie) Girls in kindergarten through sixth grade can learn a dance, eat pizza and play games with the Wylie East Sapphires as the drill team hosts the Junior Jewels Dance Clinic on Saturday, Oct. 8 at the WEHS gym. Clinic participants are also invited to join the Sapphires in a pregame performance followed by dancing with the […]

Aspasians Art Fair returns to the Square

[The Rockwall News.com] (Rockwall) The Aspasians semi-annual Fall 2011 Art Fair will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 on the Old Town Rockwall Courthouse Square. Dozens of booths and displays featuring arts & crafts, art, clothing, sunglasses, food, and more products will be for sale. Local entertainers, bounce houses, fun for children and lots […]

Plano selects human resources director

(Plano) The City of Plano recently announced the hiring of Jim Parrish as Human Resources Director, effective Oct. 3. Parrish’s prior service includes Deputy City Manager for the City of McKinney; Human Resources Director and Assistant Human Resources Director for the City of Amarillo; and service in the finance area for the City of Amarillo. He […]

Rock Wall Daughters of American Revolution to meet

(Rockwall) The Rock Wall Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, DAR, will meet Saturday, Oct. 1. Guest speaker Sylvia Marrs, Regent of the Betty Martin Chapter of Temple, TX, will present “Music of the Southwest Indians.”   Those interested in attending should call for location specifics. To learn more or to RSVP, call Carolyn Duckworth at […]

Plano East bands beat the heat

Plano East bands beat the heat

March-a-Thon fundraiser brings Plano East middle school, high school and senior high bands together (Plano) It would be a stretch to say even a hint of fall was in the air, but at least it was early enough that it wasn’t blazing hot for the Plano East Cluster March-a-Thon at Kimbrough Stadium in Murphy Saturday, […]

Meet Digger, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Digger, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Digger is an older little dog, so he’s very calm and mellow – rare for a chihuahua! He’s also very handsome and friendly. Put Digger in your lap, and he’ll be content to cuddle with you for hours. He’s the perfect companion for a senior citizen or a quieter household. He’s currently in a private […]

Moment of silence at Burnett Jr High today

(Wylie) Burnett Junior High School announced that because school was closed on Sunday, Sept. 11 when the city hosted remembrance events, BJHS will hold its Moment of Silence at 9:11 a.m. today, Monday, Sept. 12 to honor those who passed during the 9/11 tragedy. Families are invited to join students and faculty to remember the workers, […]

Fly away, butterflies!

Bring the whole family to Covington’s Nursery in Rowlett for a butterfly release at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1. All of the magnificent butterflies in Covington’s Butterfly House will be set free, and the event is free, too. Covington’s Nursery is located at 5518 Liberty Grove Road. Visit their website at covingtonnursery.com. To submit your […]

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