ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 24, 2021) Last Friday afternoon at the Rockwall County Courthouse, the Honorable Judge Brett Hall officially swore in seven new CASA volunteers. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing volunteers will work with Lone Star CASA to advocate for children and families involved in the foster care system in Rockwall […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 23, 2021) Yesterday, several senior clients of Meals on Wheels were delighted to receive Thanksgiving turkeys and all the ingredients needed to prepare delicious side dishes, thanks to food donations collected by members of the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall. As part of the their annual community food drive, the YMCA reached […]
Dallas, TX (Nov. 23, 2021) — Saralyn Hanford has accepted the invitation as Chair of the third annual Gala, An Event to Remember, hosted by Dallas and Northeast Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. The event will take place on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at the prestigious Verona Villa located in Frisco, TX. This year’s […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 22, 2021) – November is National Adoption Month, and Lone Star CASA is celebrating and supporting the many families in our community who have welcomed a child into their home through adoption on Nov. 10 at the Rockwall County Courthouse. “As advocates for the best interest of children in foster care, we […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 16, 2021) The Rockwall Rotary Club recently recognized two Students of Honor, Carter Fields of Rockwall ISD’s new Lupe Garcia Elementary School; and Kynleigh Adams of Grace Hartman Elementary School. Rotary Students of Honor exemplify academic achievement and good citizenship. Principal Steven Pesek was proud to introduce Carter as the very first […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 16, 2021) Rockwall High School Student Council is hosting the RHS5K, a virtual 5k and fun run. Sign up to participate by purchasing a RHS5K shirt or hoodie from Rockwall Sports Center at rhs5k.itemorder.com before December 3, 2021. You can then complete the virtual 5k anytime from December 17, 2021 through January […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 16, 2021) The Rockwall County Helping Hands’ 45th Annual Christmas Toy Drive, sponsored by Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, kicked off in a big way during this past weekend’s Festival of Trees. Those wishing to donate should purchase a $20 to $25 gift appropriate for the child listed on the front of […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 15, 2021) Each year, dedicated volunteers with Soroptimist Rockwall prepare holiday feasts and treats for residents at Reese Manor – a senior housing complex located at 100 Lake Meadows Drive. Their generous efforts are part of the Soroptimist S.T.A.R.S. (Soroptimist Toasting Area Retired Seniors) project that began over 17 years ago. As […]
WYLIE, TX (Nov. 15, 2021) The votes are in, and the public has spoken! In-Sync Exotics is the Best Outdoor Activity in DFW! In an annual contest sponsored by The Dallas Morning News, the public was asked to vote for their favorites in a variety of categories. In-Sync Exotics was up against some stiff competition, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 10, 2021) The Terry Fisher Fisher American Legion Post 117 will host a Veterans Day ceremony at 8 a.m. Thursday morning at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, 1210 N. Goliad. The Rockwall Police Department Color Guard will present the flag. Trumpeter Abraham Smith of Rockwall High School will play “The Star-Spangled […]