(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Embrace. Mitigate. Practice. Own. Witness. Encourage. Reach. These are the words that make up the name of the newest non-profit to the Rockwall area. “Empower 7” just obtained their 501(c)3 tax-exempt nonprofit status this week and President Melanie Cobb is beyond thrilled. “In North Texas, there is an overwhelming shortage […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Dallas Christian School, a private Christian School in Mesquite with more than half of its students from the Rockwall/Heath area, is introducing a new tuition assistance program for first responders and active military. “We are very blessed in our local city of Mequite to receive tremendous attention and support from […]
(ROCKWALL, TX- Feb. 28, 2019) In anticipation of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County is leading the charge to raise awareness and prevent child abuse by encouraging the community to #GoBlueForKids. Look for local restaurants, retailers, neighbors, and even this newspaper to “go blue” with special offers […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Meals on Wheel Senior Services of Rockwall County will participate in the 17th annual March for Meals – a month-long, nationwide celebration of Meal on Wheels and our senior neighbors who rely on the vital service to remain health and independent at home. The Meals on Wheels celebration will include […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 22, 2019) More than 250 volunteers, students, teachers, administrators, alumni, parents, sponsors and supporters gathered to celebrate the 16-year-anniversary of The Men and Ladies of Honor with keynote speaker Lt. Col. Allen West. The endeavor began in 2003 when Founder and Executive Director Tony Rorie, then a principal in a Pleasant Grove […]
Support will help to fight senior hunger and isolation in Rockwall County (ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 20, 2019) Meals on Wheel Senior Services of Rockwall County announced today that it will participate in the 17th annual March for Meals – a month-long, nationwide celebration of Meal on Wheels and our senior neighbors who rely on the vital […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 20, 2019) Meals On Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County will host its Spring Tea Luncheon at Hidden Creek on Thursday, March 28. The event will begin at 11AM and feature a plated meal by Zanata, paired teas from Sterling Tea, and an amazing raffle drawing. “The Annual Luncheon has continued to […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 3, 2019) On February 4, 2004, Rockwall Texas resident Tom Galli received a surprising diagnosis of lung cancer. He experienced no symptoms. A single tumor completely filled the main stem bronchus of his right lung, and Tom’s general practitioner said treatment success was a “long odds” proposition. Things didn’t look good. Tom […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 2, 2019) Proceeds from the Rockwall Women’s League annual fundraising charity ball are used to provide grants to area not-for-profit organizations and scholarships for Rockwall County high school seniors. For the 2017-2018 year, RWL awarded $71,000 to area organizations and $164,000 in scholarships. Starting February 1st – April 1st, 2019, Grant requests […]
(WYLIE, TX – Jan. 20, 2019) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center in Wylie will host a Valentine’s All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16. Afterward, take a self-guided tour around the sanctuary. The suggested donation is $25/adults, $15/kids ages 4-12, under 4 free. Credit cards are accepted; no ATM. […]