Talking Tombstones: Rockwall history comes to life

(Rockwall) October 16, 2012 – Rockwall pioneers, Terry Utley Wade and Amanda Truitt Willis were special guests at the recent Rockwall County Historical Foundation Brown Bag lecture series, Talking Tombstones. Wade, portrayed by Patty Canup, and Willis, portrayed by Jan Johnson, brought the history of the early days of Rockwall to life with stories of […]

Newcomers to host Rockwall Community Playhouse

(Rockwall) October 16, 2012 – Cast members of the Rockwall Community Playhouse will present the program at the November 8 meeting of Newcomers and Friends. The community theatre produces seven productions each season and provides theatre support, assistance and educational programs to the schools.They offer new opportunities for instruction and experience in theatre arts as well […]

Travel through history on McKinney Ghost Walk, trolley

(McKinney) October 16, 2012 – The 2012 Legends of McKinney Ghost Walk, a self-guided, self-paced Ghost Walk throughout Chestnut Square Historic Village and the downtown McKinney Square, will be offered on two different nights – from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, October 20 and 27. Ticket booklets will provide maps of the sites. Storytellers at each site will […]

Empty the Shelter Day Saturday, discounted adoption fees

(Rowlett) October 15, 2012 – The City of Rowlett Animal Shelter and Friends of Rowlett Animals (FRAs) would like to invite you to make a difference in the lives of homeless pets. The shelter is full and we are in desperate need to find home for these precious pets.  Save a life and gain a new […]

Meet Scout, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Scout, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

October 15, 2012 – Have you been scouting for the perfect dog? One that’s friendly, intelligent and oh-so-handsome? Scout is here to put an end to your search. He’s only about a year old, so he still has a lot of playful energy. A walk around the neighborhood or a vigorous play session in the yard […]

Join Rowlett Exchange Club’s Olympic Dream Christmas Parade

(Rowlett) October 9, 2012 – The Rowlett Exchange Club proudly invites you to be a part of our 26th Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 17, 2012. This year we are honoring the people that have participated in the Olympics past and present.  The Grand Marshall will be Sammy Walker, who is a past Olympian. […]

Free financial education workshops offered

October 8, 2012 – Did you know – YWCA of Metropolitan Dallas hosts FREE financial education workshops in your community? Check out what’s happening this month; click on the image to enlarge to see a full schedule of classes. Thanks to Deanne McCarty for sharing this news.  To submit your news and events, email . […]

Meet Wilma, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Wilma, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

October 8, 2012 – This youngster has quickly become a Beatles fanatic. Wilma’s favorite song is “All You Need is Love.” All she asks is “Love Me Do,” and if you say “I Will,” she’ll add a “P.S. I Love You.” When your neighbors see you with this beautiful small dog, they’re sure to say “She […]

Look what’s up at Celina Balloon Festival

Look what’s up at Celina Balloon Festival

Hot air balloons, rocket demos, RC air show, Rocketman Dan Schlund, helicopter rides, skydiving stunts… September 30, 2o12 – The Celina Balloon Festival and Family Fun Day is soaring to new heights! Held October 26-27, this event will include high-flying sky events including hot air balloons, helicopter rides, colorful kites, and RC Demo air show, […]

Women’s Business E-nitiative presents Empowerment Luncheon

October 7, 2012 – The Women’s Business E-nitiative Steering Committee will host the October Empowerment Luncheon with The Etiquette Expert, Joy Weaver, speaking on “How To Play Hardball with your Soft Skills.” In a world where we have advanced more technologically than socially, where rudeness runs rampant, Joy Weaver will polish you into the reality that […]