Annual Turkey Toss at In-Sync Exotics Saturday

WYLIE (November 29, 2013) Join In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center as their exotic cats give thanks for the outpouring of public support  received in 2013 – an exceptionally hard year for the cats, staff, and volunteers at In-Sync Exotics. They are giving thanks by serving turkeys to their beloved big cats this Saturday. […]

Grand Marshal of Kiwanis Christmas Parade chosen

ROCKWALL (November 27, 2013) Alondra Sanchez, a student at Sharon Shannon Elementary, is the winner of the poster contest to become the Grand Marshal of the 44th Annual Christmas Parade presented by the Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County. Alondra’s artwork best depicted the parade theme “Just Imagine” according to the contest judges.  Her artwork is […]

Boys & Girls Club Angels Among Us Breakfast Dec 6

Boys & Girls Club Angels Among Us Breakfast Dec 6

ROCKWALL (November 27, 2013) The Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County will host its annual Angels Among Us Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Friday, December 6 at the Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront, 2055 Summer Lee Drive at The Harbor. Enjoy breakfast, entertainment, a silent auction and the announcement of the 2013 Youth of the Year […]

Rowlett Chamber welcomes Anytime Fitness

Rowlett Chamber welcomes Anytime Fitness

ROCKWALL (November 26, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce proudly recognizes Anytime Fitness as it Business of the Month forNovember 2013. Pictured is Ambassador Chair James Williams, Owner Hayes Carter and Manager Justin Romeyn. “We are very dedicated to working closely with customers and meeting their needs. Hayes and his staff are passionate about helping each member accomplish their […]

Meet Sandy, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Sandy, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL (November 26, 2013) Sandy is pausing to give thanks for all her blessings. That’s because this six-year-old beauty prefers to stop and savor the finer things in life. But the one thing she’s not able to be thankful for is a family to call her own. Sandy wants nothing more than a meaningful and happy relationship. That […]

Rockwall Rotary names Student of Honor

Rockwall Rotary names Student of Honor

ROCKWALL (November 25, 2013) Brendan Murray was recently presented the Rotary Club’s Student of Honor Award at the November 21st lunch meeting. Brendan attends Nebbie Williams Elementary,  and was honored for his outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Lisa Gielow, Principal at Celia Hays, presented the award. for her outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Information and photo by […]

Rockwall High Student Council members decorate downtown courthouse

Rockwall High Student Council members decorate downtown courthouse

ROCKWALL (November 25, 2013) Members of Rockwall High School Student Council, under the supervision of teacher, Michelle Morris, assist Rockwall County Historical Foundation members in decorating the historic, downtown Courthouse for the annual Tis Christmas Time event scheduled for Tuesday, December 3 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Santa and Mrs. Claus will receive guests with Christmas wishes […]

Meals on Wheels seeks community help to feed seniors

ROCKWALL (November 25, 2013) Rockwall County Meals on Wheels Senior Services recently sent out letters to 8,000 people asking for help from the community. MOWSS is a non-profit organization that counts on its volunteers and support from companies and individuals in Rockwall County. They distribute 45,000 meals per year to seniors who may, otherwise, go […]

Rockwall swimmers compete at TISCA invitational

ROCKWALL (November 25, 2013)  The Rockwall High School boys and girls swim teams competed at the North Texas TISCA Invitation November 22-23,. The 74 schools participated in this meet which is normally the largest and fastest swim meet in Texas every fall. Representing the Yellowjackets were William Rapp, Noah Day, Mitchell Eldridge, and Nick Stencel. Representing […]