Bourbon with the Boys: Blue Tie Guys raise a glass to raise awareness

Bourbon with the Boys: Blue Tie Guys raise a glass to raise awareness

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 25, 2024) The Blue Tie Guys of the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County invite you to join them for a bourbon tasting experience featuring Milam & Greene Bourbon, from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at the 360 Lounge at Sear Steakhouse at The Harbor. Enjoy sunset views over Lake […]

Bridging the gap between generations

Bridging the gap between generations

Rockwall Meals on Wheels gala is crucial step to building Senior Life Center ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 21, 2024) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County welcomes the community to gather around the table for a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between generations, share stories, and create unforgettable memories – all while enjoying a […]

Community Block Party & Wellness Fair planned for September

Community Block Party & Wellness Fair planned for September

Rowlett, TX (August 23, 2024) – A Community Block Party and Wellness Fair is scheduled for Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 9AM until 1PM at Zion Baptist Church, located at 2517 Dalrock Road, Rowlett, TX 75088. This event is all about bringing neighbors together, boosting community pride, and showcasing the amazing resources available to us. […]

Boys Team Charity awards $10K to Rockwall organizations in ‘philanthropy challenge’

Boys Team Charity awards $10K to Rockwall organizations in ‘philanthropy challenge’

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 24, 2024) Boys Team Charity, Lakeside League recently hosted a “philanthropy challenge” in which they welcomed seven local organizations to “tell their story” in the most compelling way possible – and then awarded over $10,000 in total to the particpating charities based on where they ranked once votes were tallied. The challenge […]

Helping Hands provides backpacks, school supplies to over 1900 Rockwall ISD students

Helping Hands provides backpacks, school supplies to over 1900 Rockwall ISD students

In collaboration with North Texas Food Bank, the Helping Hands Food Pantry was also able to give an entire box of groceries to each family attending a back-to-school event held in partnership with FUMC and local community groups, volunteers ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 20, 2024) – Helping Hands, which has been providing back-to-school supplies to local […]

Shoes for Kids: Church, community give kids jump start to school year

Shoes for Kids: Church, community give kids jump start to school year

Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2024) – In 2013, Ron Dick volunteered at First United Methodist Church Rockwall’s annual back-to-school event, Shoes for Kids, and walked away from that experience moved by the smiles on the faces of the children. “Seeing those smiles made all the difference” says Ron. “My wife, Linda, and I were so […]

Superheroes spotted in Rockwall!

Superheroes spotted in Rockwall!

Rockwall, TX (August 12, 2024) – J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall was the recent location of a special superhero camp. The heroes were part of Angel Camp, designed for children with intellectual disabilities. Angel Camp is a place where everyone can have the kinds of childhood experiences that all children, and their parents, dream of. […]

Lone Star CASA swears in seven new volunteer advocates

Lone Star CASA swears in seven new volunteer advocates

From left are:  Mariela Lomeli, Princess Robinson, Kasity Briley, Judge Hall, Robyn Cooper-Harding, Christi Arnold, Sherri Waffer, and Elizabeth Valdez.  ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 1, 2024) – On the last Tuesday morning of July at the Rockwall County Courthouse, The Honorable Judge Hall officially swore in seven new CASA volunteers. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing […]

Texas Tech Alumni Golf Tournament coming to Buffalo Creek Sept. 30

Texas Tech Alumni Golf Tournament coming to Buffalo Creek Sept. 30

ROCKWALL, TX (July 31, 2024) – Rockwall Chapter Texas Tech Alumni Association will host its annual golf tournament benefiting Tommy Hooper Texas Tech Memorial Scholarships on Monday, Sept. 30 at Buffalo Creek Golf Club, 624 Country Club Drive in Heath. The tournament will be a Florida Scramble with 12 p.m. lunch and range balls and […]

Caring for Rockwall County’s aging population

Caring for Rockwall County’s aging population

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (July 31, 2024) – When older Rockwall County residents need help at home, they may consult with their doctors, seek advice from friends or family, or go it alone.  Karen Kiser of Fate, appointed by County Judge Frank New, represents Rockwall County on the Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas […]

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