‘Run Your Heart Out’ to help transplant patient McKenzie Young of Rockwall

(ROCKWALL-January 9, 2013) The first annual COTA “Run Your Heart Out” 5K & Fun Run benefiting the Children’s Organ Transplant Association,  in honor of McKenzie Hope Young, will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at the east pavilion at Harry Myers Park, Rockwall. With the cost of a transplant often exceeding $500,000, many transplant […]

‘Rockwall goes red’ at Culpepper Steakhouse

‘Rockwall goes red’ at Culpepper Steakhouse

(ROCKWALL-January 9, 2013) Join Rockwall County Helping Hands for “Rockwall Goes Red” Little Red Dress Night from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9 at Culpepper Steakhouse, 309 E. Interstate 30. The premier wine and cheese tasting event welcomes wine expert, Jim Leeuw of Select Wines, who will guide guests through a sampling of elite […]

Winter Games of Texas 2013 coming Jan 18-20

Winter Games of Texas 2013 coming Jan 18-20

Skill, speed and stamina tested at North Texas’ largest on-going multi-sport event (FRISCO-January 8, 2013) Touchdowns and chilly days, twists and turns on the ice, last minute winning layups, skill, speed and stamina, and a well placed serve, kick or spike will mark the events of the Winter Games of Texas. If the 2012 Summer […]

ADOPTED! Gizmo, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ADOPTED! Gizmo, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(January 13, 2013) Just got word this little guy has been ADOPTED! No details on his new family yet, but we’ll keep you posted and post a photo if we can. (January 7, 2013) This little dog will make you burst into song. Something along the lines of “Me and My Shadow.” Little Gizmo is […]

Throwaway Ponies fundraiser at Carino’s Jan 15

Throwaway Ponies fundraiser at Carino’s Jan 15

(ROCKWALL-January 7, 2013) Johnny Carino’s in Rockwall will host a fundraiser for Throwaway Ponies on Tuesday, Jan. 15. TaPs will get 10 percent of the cost of your meal when you mention them. Throwaway Ponies provides a safe haven for horses who have been abused and neglected or who might have otherwise been euthanized because […]

First pet adoption of 2013 gets gift basket

(ROCKWALL-January 7, 2013) Harold Bunch and his family received a large gift basket stuffed with dog food and treats when they adopted the first dog of 2013 from Rockwall Pets. Barclay, an adorable black poodle, had caught their eye one day prior to the adoption. When the family returned the following day to make it official, they […]

Rock wall, myth or mystery

(ROCKWALL-January 5, 2013) Amateur archeologist and geologist David Campbell, a resident of Denison, recently presented an interesting comparison of rock formations found in other parts of the world and our local rock wall. Campbell, who has traveled extensively, exhibited a portion of his collection of artifacts.  As no definitive conclusion can be drawn with this added […]

ADOPTED! Clara, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(January 5, 2013) UPDATE: Lauren Cochran made the long drive from Plano to adopt sweet little Clara at the Rowlett PetSmart. Clara may be blind, but she’s always playful and inquisitive! ORIGINAL STORY: (December 25, 2012) Is all that candy in your Christmas stocking too much for you? Clara would be a much better fit. This little […]

2013 brings nearby comet, and most active time for Sun

 During 2013, as the Sun approaches its maximum energy output, Earth will frequently be bathed in destructive radioactive particles released when the Sun belches out solar flares and coronal mass ejections. (January 3, 2013) Welcome to 2013!  This year promises to serve up at least a couple of remarkable events in our Solar System. These […]

Faith Like A Mustard Seed: Local ministry nurtures servants’ hearts

Faith Like A Mustard Seed: Local ministry nurtures servants’ hearts

(January 2, 2013) Few things are as heartwarming as children giving to others and enjoying themselves while doing it. At an early age children can learn the value of living a life of service; giving comes naturally. Faith Like A Mustard Seed was created to nurture and grow a child’s natural love for giving to the […]