Rockwall Scouts think out of the box

ROCKWALL, TX (June 23, 2014) In this column, we’ll discuss Circle Ten’s Order of the Arrow Ordeal, Troop 83’s Refrigerator Box Campout, and the results of our Spring flower sales. Scout Troop 83 sold an unbelievable amount of flowers. Total flats sold were 490, which equates to $10,172! We sell them to raise money for […]

All fired up in Rockwall (includes VIDEO)

ROCKWALL, TX (June 22, 2014) My son and I are fortunate to be among the 21 graduates of this year’s Citizen Fire Academy, a free, educational program presented by the Rockwall Fire Department. Every Thursday for nine weeks, our class met for hands-on instruction in structural firefighting, fire investigation and prevention. Not only did the […]

Meals on Wheels Giveback Night June 23 at Dodie’s

ROCKWALL, TX (June 21, 2014) Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor in Rockwall will host a Giveback Night from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 23 benefiting Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County. Fifteen percent of all food purchases (excluding drinks) will be donated back to MOWSS. Bring friends and family to pack the […]

Rowlett Chamber recognizes Costlow Insurance as Business of the Month

ROWLETT, TX (June 18, 2014) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce recognizes Costlow Insurance as its Business of the Month for the Month of June. Costlow Insurance has been providing insurance in Texas since its inception in 1981. The agency has grown from a single owner proprietorship into a full service organization offering some of the […]

Rockwall County Helping Hands Annual Campaign ends June 30

Last chance to purchase a personalized, engraved commemorative brick ROCKWALL, TX (June 18, 2014) Celebrate a life event or honor a special person by placing a personalized, engraved commemorative brick in the Garden at Helping Hands.  Whether you choose to use your own name or to honor someone else, your brick will become an enduring […]

Country Fair draws hundreds, raises funds for community

Country Fair draws hundreds, raises funds for community

ROCKWALL, TX (June 16, 2014) The first ever Rockwall Country Fair kicked off the summer with continuous live music, a diamond dig, a chili cook-off, tents full of vendors, and plenty of games for kids. The event was presented by Soroptimist International with the support of the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation, Rockwall Ford and Lake […]

Aspasians award scholarships

ROCKWALL, TX (June 13, 2014) This year, the Aspasians awarded $60,000 in scholarships from the success of their Arts and Crafts Fair. Congratulations to the 2014 scholarship recipients from Rockwall and Rockwall-Heath high schools. Save the date – the Aspasians Fall Arts and Craft Fair will be Saturday, September 20 at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium, which will […]