Donate blood for health and safety of mothers and newborn babies ROCKWALL, Texas (May 24, 2021) – A little-known reason why blood is required for hospital blood banks is complications during pregnancy, at childbirth, or post-delivery, leading to significant blood loss. Severe bleeding is one of the top five causes of pregnancy-related deaths1 in the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 24, 2021) In remembrance of those lost during service to our country, the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall invites all military personnel, past and present (with valid military ID), first responders, and healthcare heroes – along with their families – to enjoy the Y for FREE from Monday, May 24 through Monday, […]
WYLIE, TX (May 24, 2021) A dunk tank, sack races, water balloon toss, silent auction and raffle are just a few of the fun activities planned during the Big Cat Birthday Bash from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 12 at In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Education Center in Wylie, TX. Bring the family and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 24, 2021) Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to attend public events and educate Rockwall County residents on emergency preparedness. Topics include services we offer like Nixle emergency messaging, training like “Stop the Bleed,” opportunities like joining a CERT team, and steps individuals can take to prepare […]
DALLAS — Dallas-based The Meadows Foundation has awarded national animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society $100,000 to deepen its work across Texas with local animal shelters to sustain and expand no-kill practices. “Momentum for increased lifesaving and no-kill is building across Texas, but there is still so much to do—and Best Friends has proven solutions to fix this […]
ROCKWALL, TX – May 13, 2021 – Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church has a Catholic Charities Dallas mobile community food pantry every third Tuesday of the month from 9-11 a.m. The next date for the mobile pantry at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church is May 18. Fresh fruit, vegetables, and other […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 13, 2021) During today’s meeting of the Rockwall Rotary Club, the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County was presented with generous donations to support their efforts to help child victims of physical and sexual abuse in Rockwall County. John Curtis, who serves as International Outreach Services chair on the Board of Directors […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (May 6, 2021) Are you servant-hearted and agreeable? Are you friendly and outgoing? Are you patient and methodical? Are you accurate, careful and pay attention to detail? If you answered yes, the Rockwall Boys & Girls Club is looking for you! Apply now for part-time positions paying between $9 – $15 an hour. […]
ROCKWALL, TX – May 6, 2021 — This summer, the community will help local children from low-income families start the next school year off on the right foot with the Shoes For Kids program. On July 31st, the First United Methodist Church Rockwall will host a massive distribution event providing shoes, backpacks, school supplies and […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 5, 2021) Meals on Wheels Senior Services offers a range of information and educational materials of tips and tools for family caregivers, information on agencies and organizations that provide caregiver support. Contacting MOWSS is the first step towards seeking support and maintaining a healthy balance between the caregivers own self-sufficiency and their […]