Leadership Rockwall outlines ‘Refuge of Rockwall’ service project at fundraising luncheon

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 16, 2016) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Rockwall Class of 2016 introduced its community service project benefitting the future Advocacy Center in Rockwall during its fundraiser luncheon held at The Center on Thursday, Feb. 11. Leadership Rockwall 2016 class member Jerry Welch presented the many in attendance with details […]

Lake Pointe Medical Center raises awareness of heart disease by participating in #WearRedDay

Lake Pointe Medical Center raises awareness of heart disease by participating in #WearRedDay

(ROWLETT, TX – Feb. 10, 2016) Lake Pointe Medical Center showed its support in the fight against heart disease by participating in National Wear Red Day, an annual part of American Heart Month. This yearly health observance, first recognized in 2003, was designed to save lives and raise awareness for heart disease, which kills more women each […]

McCarthy Building Companies partners with Thirst No More to aid in Rowlett Tornado Relief

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 9, 2016) Tornados that swept through the North Texas community of Rowlett on Dec. 26, 2015, left many literally without a roof over their heads but many organizations, companies and individuals have willingly aided in any way they can. The Texas Division of McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.  recently partnered with the […]

Rockwall Women’s League seeks grant requests

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 9, 2016) Rockwall Women’s League is now accepting grant requests from non-profit agencies that provide services to Rockwall County. The deadline for submission is April 1, 2016. Proceeds from the Rockwall Women’s League annual fundraising charity ball will be used to provide grants to area not-for-profit organizations and scholarships for Rockwall […]

Gardening Tea Party benefiting Meals on Wheels March 18

Gardening Tea Party benefiting Meals on Wheels March 18

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Feb. 4, 2016) The third annual Gardening Tea Luncheon supporting Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, March 18 at Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club, 2600 Champions Drive in Rockwall. The cost is $40 (which will feed one senior for […]

Area volunteers show love for community

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 4, 2016) I still get excited when a presidential election year rolls around. It’s one of our great American traditions: debating the future of our country every four years, then voting to see which vision attracts a majority. In fact, I’ve always believed that our right to vote is our most […]

Superhero on special mission visits Springer Elementary

Superhero on special mission visits Springer Elementary

(ROCKWALL,TX- Feb. 4, 2016) Whether he’s fighting crime and battling the forces of evil as Batman, Superman, Iron Man or a police man, Damon Cole is a full-time super hero. The Fort Worth police officer dedicates his free time and personal savings to visiting young cancer patients across the country, going “virtually ANYWHERE to make a […]

Rockwall ISD, businesses and community ‘Rise Together’ to donate to Rowlett tornado relief efforts

(ROCKWALL/ROWLETT, TX – Feb. 3, 2016) The Rockwall Independent School District, in collaboration with Rockwall Sports Center and several other businesses and organizations in Rockwall, helped raise nearly $30,000 in just three weeks to aid the City of Rowlett’s tornado relief efforts. Prior to the Rockwall-Rowlett high school basketball game Tuesday night, Rockwall ISD Superintendent […]

Helping Hands honors volunteers, presents awards at annual board meeting

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 27, 2016) Rockwall County Helping Hands honored several of its volunteers, welcomed its new Board members for 2016, and celebrated a successful 2015 during its annual meeting on Monday, Jan. 25 at the Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club. The following individuals were recognized for their outstanding commitment, dedication and service to […]