DoubleDave’s event to support TWU’s Walk Against Child Abuse project

(DENTON-February 24, 2013) DoubleDave’s Pizzaworks in Denton will host a fund-raising event Wednesday, Feb. 27, to aid the community-service work of social work students at Texas Woman’s University. Ten percent of all money collected from sales between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. will go toward the students’ community project, the annual Walk Against Child Abuse. […]

Rowlett Chamber welcomes Standard Pacific Homes Lakehill

(ROWLETT-February 23, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Standard Pacific Homes Lakehill with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, February 19. Representing Standard Pacific Homes on the front row pictured left to right are Sales Manager Stacey Windom, Director of Marketing Maggi Jones, Community Sales Manager Nancy Nelson, and cutting the ribbon VP […]

One Man’s Treasure volunteers honored

Organization empowers men recently released from prison to re-enter society, workforce (ROCKWALL-February 23, 2013) Volunteers of One Man’s Treasure Clothes Closet, a Rockwall–based charity, were honored January 29 with a Mardi Gras-themed celebration at the home of Nancy Laspe, a four-year volunteer and a native of Louisiana. Nancy thrilled everyone with her décor, delicious king […]

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

(ROCKWALL-February 23, 2013) The Rockwall Rotary recently recognized Garrett Mowery from Maurine Cain Middle School as its Student of Honor for the month of February. Mowery was honored for his outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Assistant Principal Timothy Allen presented Garrett at the Rotary’s weekly lunch time meeting. Photo by Greg Caffarel, Rotary. To share your […]

Think pink: Boys & Girls Club members are up to the challenge

(ROCKWALL-February 22, 2013) Have you ever tried to get more than 100 children between elementary and middle school ages to do something together for a common goal? The Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County found a way.  Director of Program Services, Stephan Larson, challenged Club members to turn in 100% of their report cards […]

Two Garland HS students surpass the rank of Eagle Scout

(February 20, 2013) Earning 36 merit badges each from the Boy Scouts of America, two Garland High School students have not only achieved the organization’s highest rank for boys aged 11-17—they’ve exceeded it. Casey Cooley and Hunter Merriman now hold the rank of Eagle Scout Silver Palm. Cooley, a senior, and Merriman, a freshman, both […]

Republican Women’s Club to host annual membership luncheon Saturday

(ROCKWALL-February 19, 2013) Rockwall County Republican Women’s club will hold their annual membership luncheon from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 2. RCRW will welcome guest speaker Maria Quintana, President and CEO of the Quintana Group, who is a nationally recognized leader and speaker on the topic of developing female leaders. All ladies interested […]

Rowlett Chamber names February Business of the Month

(ROWLETT-February 20, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is pleased to recognize Jason’s Deli as its February 2013 Business of the Month. Manager Branden LaFollette (pictured on the right) accepted the plaque from Ambassador Chair James Williams. Fresh • Delicious • Variety Jason’s Deli loves fresh food and premium, more natural ingredients. They were the […]

‘Stars’ come out in Rockwall for Newcomers Oscar Night

‘Stars’ come out in Rockwall for Newcomers Oscar Night

(ROCKWALL-February 19, 2013) The Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront rolled out the red carpet for Rockwall County Newcomers and Friends on February 11 for a “See you in the Movies – Oscar Night” Event. The ‘stars’ came all decked out as a favorite Hollywood personality or a character from a movie. Fans and paparazzi lined the red […]