(WYLIE, TX) Two exotic big cats have come to In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center in Wylie. Both cats were previously privately owned. Zachariah, pictured above, is a 13-year-old male liger, which is a hybrid resulting when someone breeds a lion to a tiger. They typically have some physical characteristics of each parent. Upon […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) On Feb. 29, the Lone Star Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. honored the members of the graduating class of 2020 (Ticktockers) for their successful completion of the NCL experience and requirements along with their commitment to the organization and the community. The 27 Ticktockers represent the following high schools: Heritage Christian Academy, Rockwall-Heath […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) On March 26, local nonprofit One Man’s Treasure will celebrate 15 years of service to men re-entering society from incarceration with its Crystal Gala event. From 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., guests are invited to the Museum of Biblical Art in Dallas for an exciting evening featuring a wine and champagne reception, dinner, […]
The Rockwall Rotary Club recognized its Student of Honor this week from Dobbs Elementary School – Tyler Conklin! During today’s lunch program, Lori Bailey, Assistant Principal of Dobbs Elementary, described Tyler as a “spectacular student” who excels in all of her academic endeavors. She explained that Tyler hops on a every day to go Utley […]
UPDATE – MARCH 13, 2020 >> POSTPONED! To ensure the health and safety of our guests and to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus, the Meals on Wheels Spring Tea Luncheon is POSTPONED. MOWSS is hoping to set a new date soon. Please stay tuned for more updates. Thank you for your understanding and patience […]
CITIZEN’S FIRE ACADEMY 2020 is February 27 – May 14 (ROCKWALL, TX) Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be inside of a burning building? What it takes to cut a person out of a car? What it is like to rappel from 75’ in the air? What it’s like to climb the 100’ […]
(WYLIE, TX) Several family-friendly activities are planned over the next few months at In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Education Center, including Outdoor Movie Night, an Easter egg hunt, and a camp-out. Located at 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, In-Sync serves as a sanctuary for over 70 rescued tigers, lions, cougars, leopards, cheetahs, bobcats, lynx, servals, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) Meals On Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County will host its annual Spring Tea Luncheon at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 19 at Hidden Creek in Heath, featuring a plated meal by Zanata, paired teas from Sterling Tea, and an amazing raffle drawing. “The Annual Luncheon has continued to grow each year, raising record-setting […]
The Inspector General for the Social Security Administration, Gail S. Ennis, is designating Thursday, March 5, 2020 as National “Slam the Scam” Day, to raise public awareness of government imposter telephone scams across the United States. These pervasive scams—in which callers pretend to be government employees to mislead victims into providing personal information or making […]
The Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club is dedicated to the community of Rockwall and to promoting American patriotism. Through its Stars & Stripes program, the club provides United States flags at residences and businesses for seven holidays each year: President’s Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriots Day (Sept 11), and Veteran’s Day. […]