Rockwall Women’s League plans Charity Ball 2014

Rockwall Women’s League plans Charity Ball 2014

ROCKWALL (December 16, 2013) Tickets are expected to go on sale by early February for the much anticipated Rockwall Women’s League Charity Ball 2014, set for April 12 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The nonprofit organization is celebrating its 40th anniversary in style, with Club 40: Jazz at the Ruby Room. The evening will include […]

Amy Parks Heath first graders have big hearts

Amy Parks Heath first graders have big hearts

ROCKWALL – December 16, 2013 – Amy Parks Heath Elementary students would like to thank all those who donated to their APHE First Grade Big Hearts for Breakfast Food Drive. APHE first graders provided four shopping carts full of cereal and granola bars to the Rockwall County Helping Hands Food Pantry. “I had the privilege […]

What you should know before buying a telescope for Christmas

What you should know before buying a telescope for Christmas

ROCKWALL (December 11, 2013) If you are a parent interested in purchasing a telescope for your child as a Christmas present, the Golden Rule is: DO NOT BUY A TELESCOPE AT A DEPARTMENT STORE OR BIG BOX STORE. If you are busy and/or don’t like to read very much, then you just have to read […]

‘America Unearthed’ digs into mystery of Rockwall’s mysterious underground formation

‘America Unearthed’ digs into mystery of Rockwall’s mysterious underground formation

Episode airs Saturday, Photo gallery available after show ROCKWALL (December 11, 2013) America Unearthed will air the “Great Wall of Texas” – an episode about the mysterious underground rock wall formation for which Rockwall, TX is named – this Saturday December 14th at 9PM EST/8PM CST on the H2 network. Show host and forensic geologist Scott Wolter […]

Photos with Santa at Rockwall Petco Saturday

Photos with Santa at Rockwall Petco Saturday

ROCKWALL (December 11, 2013) I look pathetic in a Santa suit. Instead of jolly and plump, I look like a red and white beanpole. The uncomfortable pillow strapped around my waist doesn’t help one bit. To be sure, I have the husky voice, the twinkle in the eye and the “ho ho ho” down pat. But […]

Heath Holiday Home Tour this Friday

The Heath Holiday Home Tour has been rescheduled due to weather and will now take place from 10 a.m.  to 2 p.m. Friday, December 13. Come out to support the Class of 2014. **************** Five beautiful homes will be drenched in holiday décor and open for self-guided touring. The homes will also feature live entertainment […]

Rockwall Chamber names Ambassador of the Month

ROCKWALL (December 9, 2013) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently recognized James Nelson as its Ambassador of the Month. James is employed by Alliance Bank, Rockwall, as Vice President of Business Development. His job duties include presenting options for commercial and residential real estate mortgages as well as multiple consumer banking products. James is a […]

Royse City Chamber recognizes Yard of the Month

Royse City Chamber recognizes Yard of the Month

ROYSE CITY (December 9, 2013) Congratulations to James and Cynthia Burnett at 1224 Live Oak Street on being chosen as the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Yard of the Month winner! The purpose of the program is to recognize Royse City’s citizens who demonstrate above-average efforts in maintaining their property, thereby contributing to the overall […]

Meet Cricket, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Cricket, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL (December 9, 2013) Cricket has had enough. This affectionate kitty finally grew tired of not having anyone to share her love. So she went straight to Santa to ask for a loving home for the holidays. Cricket is a sleek beauty who longs for a warm lap and happy nights of purring. She suffered from flea […]

ADOPTED! Lizzie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ADOPTED! Lizzie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

UPDATE (December 9, 2013) Lizzie, last week’s Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week, was adopted Sunday by the Keller family from Heath! ROCKWALL (December 3, 2013) Need a Christmas idea for the adventure lover in your family? Adopt your very own action figure. Lizzie is always ready to provide hours of fun and excitement. Watch […]