Toyota of Rockwall’s kid-friendly food drive helps fill shelves at Helping Hands

(Rockwall) July 23, 2013 – Toyota of Rockwall provided generous support to Helping Hands by conducting a summer food drive with their employees and customers.  The summer months are difficult as donations decrease and so many children cannot participate in free or reduced school lunch programs. On a hot summer day, Toyota of Rockwall pulled up […]

Meet Molly, Blue Ribbon News of the Week

Meet Molly, Blue Ribbon News of the Week

(Rockwall) July 22, 2013 – Photos don’t lie. There’s no doubt that Molly looks adorable in her photos. But you simply have to meet her in person to get the full effect. Molly is tiny. She barely weighs ten pounds. She may be lacking in the size department, but Molly more than compensates with her […]

Royse City Chamber to host Casino Night & Auction

(Royse City) July 22, 2013 – Join the Royse City Chamber of Commerce from 6:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, August 9 for their Casino Night & Silent Auction. The event will be held at Occasions at Stone River, 1250 FM 2453 in Royse City. Enjoy a fun night of entertainment, contests, gaming, food and music […]

Rowlett Public Library August calendar of events

(Rowlett) July 22, 2013 – The Rowlett Public Library has a lot to offer this summer! Here’s a look at what’s coming up on the August calendar: Tea for Teacher Tuesday, August 13, 2 pm The Rowlett Public Library  invites area teachers to visit and take a tour of the free materials and services available […]

Equest wins contest, welcomes new therapy horse

Equest wins contest, welcomes new therapy horse

‘Welcome Home, Stormy’ event set for Wednesday, July 24 (Wylie) July 22, 2013 – After a nationwide online vote, Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship in Wylie has won a new member to join the ranks of the Therapy Horses serving United States Veterans. Stormy, a rare Gypsy Vanner breed horse, was won by Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship after […]

Women in Need takes steps against domestic violence

In Her Shoes 5k set for Sept 28 (ROCKWALL-July 21, 2013) Women in Need will present its 3rd annual In Her Shoes 5K and one-mile fun run beginning at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, September 28. Women In Need, Inc. provides hope and help for victims of domestic violence.  All proceeds from this event will go directly to […]

Rockwall Art League prepares for 2013 Judged Fine Art Show

(Rockwall) July 2, 2013 – The Rockwall Art League will be sponsoring its 13th annual 2013 Judged Fine Art Show October 18-20 at the Rockwall Rotary Building, 408 South Goliad in Rockwall. There is no admission fee and the show is open to the public. Show times are noon to 7 p.m. Friday, October 18; 10 a.m. […]

Rockwall Community Playhouse STAR Players to perform Grease

Performances run August 17 through 19 (Rockwall) July 21, 2013 – Every summer the Rockwall Community Playhouse holds two youth-oriented productions – one for children ages 6-12 and one for teens. But last August the RCP board decided to add an acting camp for adults aged 16 and up with special needs, and so STAR […]

New Member Orientation for Rockwall Chamber partners

(Rockwall) July 15, 2013 – For those who missed the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce’s first New Member Orientation in April, there’s another opportunity to attend.  Sessions will be held on Tuesday, July 23 at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, 697 E. Interstate 30.  Partners may choose from a morning or afternoon session, as […]

DIRTY ROCK – POSTPONED!

(Rockwall) July 20, 2013 – Due to recent rains affecting Squabble Creek Trail, Sunday’s Dirty Rock Off-Road Sprint Triathlon benefiting the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall is being rescheduled. New date TBA. Stay tuned for details! Off-road sprint triathlon benefits JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall  Register online at playtri.com/dirtyrock (Rockwall) July 16, 2013 – The fourth annual […]