God is Our Refuge

On the ten-year anniversary of 9-11, who should we fear? By Patti Richter (This article is a shorter version of a feature story published recently by The Beacon in San Antonio) We had reason to be afraid; enemies were among us. They hated our freedom and our influence in the world. And they hated us […]

Video: TX Shootout brings cooler temps, hot competition

Video: TX Shootout brings cooler temps, hot competition

(Richardson) Dylan (Deuce #2, center) Redig exits the ice after the Bantam Dallas Oilers, coached by Dan Hurtubise, grabs an 8-0 victory over the Oklahoma Oil Kings during the Oilers’ second game of the Texas Shootout Tournament at the Ice Training Center in Richardson Sunday. The Bantam Oilers also won their first game of this […]

Meet Hank, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Hank, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Hank is simply stunning. He has one of the most beautiful coats imaginable. Sure, he may need a little obedience training. But this intelligent boy picks up anything in a hurry. He’ll be part of the Adopt-a-Bull adoption event this Saturday presented by Rockwall Pets and Dog Star Pit Bull Rescue. Meet great dogs like […]

‘Shop Rowlett Now’ offers discounts for buying local

Think local, buy local (Rowlett) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce recently rolled out its 2011-12 “Shop Rowlett Now” program, which offers consumers special discounts at retail stores, restaurants and other businesses in Rowlett. The 2011-12 “Shop Rowlett Now” discounts began Sept. 1. Pick up a discount card for $10 at the Rowlett Chamber office, located at 3910 Main […]

Plano Central Market Cooking School presents chocolate tasting

(Wylie) Enjoy a demo and sample “Sweet ‘n Savory” foods that show off chocolate’s versatility, as the Plano Central Market Cooking School presents a special tasting event at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 at Rita & Truett Smith Public Library. Registration is required. Sign up in advance at the Adult Services Desk at the library, […]

Inspirational Author Spotlight at Smith Public Library

(Wylie) Religious authors Richard L. Mabry, David Eden, Christina Tanon, Ronie Kendig and Lena Nelson Dooley will answer questions about how they write and what path they took to get published. Join them at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15 at the Rita and Truett Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Road, Building 300, in Wylie. […]

Beth Moore live simulcast; Dave Ramsey class; Night Out at FBC

(Rockwall) First Baptist Church Rockwall, located at 610 S. Goliad St., will host a Living Proof Live Simulcast featuring Beth Moore and Travis Cottrell from 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. Doors open at 8 a.m.  The cost is $20, which includes a box lunch.  Register at fbcrockwalltx.org or at the table in the […]

Wylie East JROTC presents Colors at Rangers game

  (Wylie East High School) The Wylie East High School AFJROTC Color Guard received a special invitation to present the Colors at the Texas Rangers game on Sept 1. Shown here are Alex Rosales, Alexis Sublett, Jamie Heuer and Alex Kown. Several members of the East staff showed their support by attending the game.   The […]

Introducing the 2011-12 Fulton cheerleaders

Introducing the 2011-12 Fulton cheerleaders

(Heath) Meet the Fulton Cheer team, under the direction of Valerie Ellison. Cheering for the Falcons are (back row, from left) Anna Borgen, Captain Laine Ellison, co-captain Katie Burgy, social officer Mary Jane Lenamond, Mcleigh White; (front row) Taya Codwell, Kamryn Byrnes and Acqurah Smith. Not pictured, Katy Hannan. The Fulton School is located at […]