Groovy’s employee awarded Giving Trip by TOMS shoes

Groovy’s employee awarded Giving Trip by TOMS shoes

(ROCKWALL – October 26, 2013) Over the past two years, Amanda Holy has created dozens of eye-catching window displays, compiled hundreds of sales reports and managed a multitude of marketing responsibilities at Groovy’s, a fashion boutique with locations in Rockwall, Forney and Arlington. But as the store’s “TOMS Advocate,” perhaps the one thing Amanda does […]

Rockwall Chamber welcomes Honda of Rockwall

Rockwall Chamber welcomes Honda of Rockwall

(ROCKWALL – October 25, 2013) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony welcoming new member Honda Cars of Rockwall. Not only does the dealership excel in superior customer service, but they also are located conveniently in Rockwall serving all of Dallas, Fort Worth, Royce City, Greenville, Tyler, Forney, Mesquite, Garland, and […]

Alzheimer’s Association Memory Cafe Nov 20 at Culver’s Rockwall

(ROCKWALL – October 23, 2013) The Alzheimer’s Association Memory Cafe is an opportunity for people to share stories and socialize with others who are living a similar journey with dementia. The Memory Cafe meets the third Wednesday of every month at Culver’s.  The next meeting is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20 at […]

12 area school districts to compete in Iron Chef-style challenge

12 area school districts to compete in Iron Chef-style challenge

Coming together to benefit the future culinary workforce Local organizations lend time and money to area’s only high school Iron Chef-style competition (October 23, 2013) Hard work plus determination is the simple recipe for success, but several local organizations are adding a few extra ingredients to help high school culinary students prep for the future. They’re […]

Nebbie student selected to All Region Orchestra

Nebbie student selected to All Region Orchestra

(ROCKWALL ISD – October 22, 2013) This past Saturday, Sydney Heimer from Nebbie Williams Elementary was selected to perform in the 2013-2014 Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Junior High/Middle School All Region Orchestra. She auditioned against more than 140 6th, 7th and 8th grade students.  Sydney is the first student to ever be selected from Nebbie […]

Newcomers enjoy magic, prepare for sock hop, welcome singing duo

Newcomers enjoy magic, prepare for sock hop, welcome singing duo

(ROCKWALL – October 22, 2013) Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends were entertained at their Oct. 11th meeting by magician Sam Sawyers with Main Street Magic & Fun Company from McKinney. Sam performed numerous magic acts and illusions with help from some of the Newcomers. Sock Hop Social Oct 25th During the Oct. 11th meeting, members […]

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

(ROCKWALL – October 22, 2013) Frankie Gonzalez was presented the Rockwall Student of Honor at the Rockwall Rotary Club’s October 17th lunch meeting. Frankie attends Rochell Elementary, and was honored for his outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Jeff Shell, Vocational Services Chairman, presented the award. Photos by Greg Caffarel. Please click here to LIKE our […]