(ROCKWALL-February 5, 2013) Thanks to a generous grant awarded to the Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County from the Payless Shoe Foundation, 150 kids under the age of 18 received a brand new pair of shoes over the past three Saturdays. Club members, siblings of Club members and several foster families were treated to a […]
(ROCKWALL-February 5, 2013) The Rock Wall Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution held its February 2 meeting at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Heath. The program was “Cherokee Alliance during the American Revolution” presented by Chief Bear Who Walks Softly. Chief Bear is a member of the Cherokee tribe, and a knowledgeable speaker on […]
(ROCKWALL-Feburary 5, 2013) Local residents got to enjoy a delicious breakfast while helping out local charities. The Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club held its annual All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, January 19 at Applebee’s in Rockwall. Eight dollars bought a hearty plate of all you can eat pancakes, sausage with a glass of orange […]
Newly designed website welcomes tips, offers rewards (ROCKWALL-February 5, 2013) Rockwall County Crime Stoppers continues to serve the community through a newly designed website, where citizens can submit TIPS, donate or become a sponsor. Visit the website at rockwallcountycrimestoppers.com. TIPS may also be submitted through text message by texting 274637. Rockwall County Crime Stoppers pays tipsters rewards up […]
(ROCKWALL ISD-February 4, 2013) After an outstanding season in 2012 for the Heath boys and Rockwall girls in which they finished 5th in regionals (one win from qualifying for state), one can only imagine what the new water polo season will bring when it begins on February 25. “We had the best overall season for […]
Mimi takes a cruise on the Love Boat (ROCKWALL – February 4, 2013) Mimi, one of our town’s feisty senior citizens, is hedging her bet this Valentine’s Day. In case her considerable attributes are (again) overlooked by eligible elderly swains she has decided to try computer dating. She also booked a cruise on the Love […]
(ROYSE CITY-February 4, 2013) Congratulations to Nona Jaramillo at 220 Cookston Lane 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 appearance of the community […]
(ROCKWALL-February 13, 2013) Put down that iPod. Get ready to party with your very own DJ. This happy little dog wants to be by your side, no matter where the party is. He’s so exuberant that he loves being able to romp around outside until the next celebration begins. Like many rock stars, DJ may be […]
(ROCKWALL-February 3, 2013) Members of the Rockwall High School Interact Club attended a Peace Symposium at the SMU Plano Campus on January 26, 2013. The day began with keynote speaker Maj. Gen. James Williams, followed by breakout sessions – a forum for young people to hear experts on the topic of peace and how it […]
WEDNESDAY, FEB 6 BINGO! FOR ROYSE CITY SHELTER Play BINGO at The Well,103 E. Main St. in Royse City, at 6 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month, benefiting the animal shelter. $5 per card. Great prizes. THURSDAY, FEB 7 MULTI-CULTURAL CELEBRATION Rockwall ISD’s third annual multi-cultural celebration, highlighting the beauty & diversity of the […]