Rockwall, TX (June 14, 2023) – Over the past year, Rockwall and Kaufman Counties have seen a significant increase in children entering the child welfare system. These children need a consistent, safe adult to advocate for them. For Karen Wydra, the reason for being a court appointed special advocate, or CASA, is simple: a CASA […]
Rockwall, TX (June 5, 2023) – Americas Guardians Motorcycle Club will host the 8th annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride benefitting Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. The event takes place on Sunday, September 17th at the Rockwall County Courthouse located at 1111 East Yellow Jacket Lane in Rockwall. Each year the motorcycle club […]
Rockwall, TX (June 5, 2023) – Dear Rockwall County Neighbor, For so many of us summer is a time of rest, relaxation, and recreation. However, for some households, it can be a season of insecurity. The looming costs of air conditioning, school supplies, and meals for a family without the help of free and reduced […]
Cars for CASA event raises over $102,000 ROCKWALL, TX (June 4, 2023) More than 400 cars, trucks, and bikes participated in the 18th Annual Cars for CASA event recently hosted by the Metro East Division of the Dallas Builders Association, benefitting CASA children in Kaufman and Rockwall counties. Cars for CASA, which is put on […]
DALLAS, TEXAS (June 1, 2023) – Registration is now open for the 56th Annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot, presented by Texas Health. The Trot is a North Texas tradition that takes place each year on Thanksgiving Day morning. Participants can choose to run or walk the race in-person in Downtown Dallas on Thursday, November 24, or join […]
Rockwall, TX (May 17, 2023) – The North Texas community is revving up for the 18th Annual Cars for CASA event, hosted by the Metro East Division of the Dallas Builders Association. The event, which has become a staple in the community, will take place on May 21, 2023, at the Rockwall County Courthouse, located […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 16, 2023) To continue the fight against hunger, Rockwall County Helping Hands is pleased to announce its partnership with the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) as part of the NTFB’s Retail Program. As a retail partner agency of NTFB, Rockwall County Helping Hands will now have the opportunity to participate in a […]
WYLIE, TX (May 15, 2023) Service to others does not always have to mean serving people! When Nicole Alvarez was looking for a project for her Girl Scout Gold Award, she had cats in mind. BIG CATS! The Gold Award is the highest award that can be earned as a Senior and Ambassador and projects […]
Rockwall, TX (May 9, 2023) – AMICA Rockwall, a local 501c3 charitable organization devoted to supporting children, youth and Rockwall County non-profit organizations, recently held their Annual Spring Luncheon in which they celebrate the success of the prior year. A significant part of the luncheon is the presentation of the proceeds from their annual […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 8, 2023) Join Soroptimist International of Rockwall from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Spring Hill Suites Marriott Dallas/Rockwall at the Harbor for their 4th annual Brunch and Bunco sponsored by Divine Salon. The $75 tickets are available on eventbrite.com/e/526813582607. Come and enjoy a mimosa, delicious brunch, bunco […]