ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 28, 2021 – Evan was a normal 12-year-old who liked running, computers, and friends. One weekend, a visit to a walk-in clinic for stomach pain turned into a diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia. We knew from the beginning that treatment would last 3 – 3 1/2 years, but we didn’t anticipate […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 27, 2021 – For many, the new year means time to learn new skills and develop good habits. The same goes for Milestone’s favorite pup, Millie, who is not only highly valuable as her training progresses but is also unbelievably cute. Here is a PUP-date on her track to becoming a service dog […]
ROCKWALL, TX – January 26, 2021- This week, Ascent Protein announced a $22,000 donation to Patriot PAWS, a non-profit service organization dedicated to training service dogs to support veterans in their emotional and physical recovery. Ascent is a family-owned company based in Denver, Colorado that is well-known in the fitness and sports industry for producing […]
Go Blue For Kids ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 25, 2021 – If you missed the Texas State Fair this year, join the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County for their 5th Annual Go Blue for Kids Gala – a “Blue Ribbon A-Fair” – on Saturday, April 24 at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront. The event includes an […]
January is National Mentoring Month; sign up today to mentor and inspire youth in our community DALLAS (January 19, 2021) – It’s National Mentoring Month and throughout the month, Big Brothers Big Sisters and the YMCA are partnering together to put out the call to ask adults (Bigs) in North Texas to sign up and […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 19, 2021 – Women in Need’s deliciously rich virtual event will take place Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14. Headlining the Chocolate Indulgence event this year are some very exciting silent auction items. The bidding auction website, located at wintexas.muradbid.com, will be open starting February 8 and will stay open […]
UPDATE on 2/7/2021: In-Sync has decided to cancel the Pancake Breakfast Feb. 13 due to below freezing temperatures and wind forecasted for Saturday morning. WYLIE, TX – Jan. 19, 2021 – In-Sync Exotics Wildlife and Education Center, located at 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, will host an All You Can Eat Valentine’s Pancake Breakfast and […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Jan. 15, 2021 – Lone Star CASA is calling for community members to step up and advocate for children and families involved in the child welfare system in our local area. “Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and physical distancing, many of us have been feeling increased stress, anxiety and isolation. Children involved […]
Free, two day training class coming Feb 13 & 20 ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 14, 2021 – Want to help your community in times of need? EastTex Regional CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members who want to make a difference and help their community in a times of need. CERT is […]
ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 13, 2021 – Carter Bloodcare Centers are reporting that the need for blood supply is critical. Please help share this message so that community and patient needs throughout the DFW area can be supported. DONORS NEEDED NOW The local blood supply needs your immediate attention. We are asking eligible blood donors […]