ROCKWALL, TX (June 5, 2014) Eight-year-old Emma Santoro of Rockwall, whose quick thinking and bravery helped save the life her 18-month-old-brother, was recently presented the Rockwall Fire Department’s Civilian Medal of Honor Life Saving Award. The second grader was recognized in a ceremony at Nebbie Williams Elementary School, and later awarded the medal during a […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 4, 2014) The Rockwall County Democratic Party will host a meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 21 at Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E. Washington, Rockwall. Participants will review results of the recent Primary and Primary Run Off Elections, the activities of Battleground Texas-Team Rockwall and the local Party needs going forward. Submitted […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 4, 2014) Join Yoga Instructor Rebecca Morton for Summer Solstice Yoga and Meditation at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 21 at Harry Myers Park, field east of the amphitheater. It will be a one-and-a-half hour mixed level yoga and meditation class. Set your intentions and celebrate the second half of the year as […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 31, 2014) While the temperatures climb and we head into the lazy days of summer, Rockwall County Helping Hands is busy making plans to help kids in struggling families get a good start into the new school year. Beginning June 1, Rockwall County Helping Hands and its Community Circle are undertaking […]
WYLIE, TX (May 29, 2014) Welcome, Rafiki! Seven-month old male lion cub Rafiki was formerly a member of a traveling animal show. Due to space constraints and nutritional problems, the owners of the show needed to find a new home for Rafiki and a few of his non-cat animal friends. The owners left them with […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 28, 2014) As the aging population increases, so does the demand for senior services. This growing need, coupled with cuts in government funding, means that Meals on Wheels Senior Services must raise extra funds to meet the demand in Rockwall County. “Historically, we have relied heavily on federal and state funds […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 28, 2014) Registration is underway through June 9 for Angel Camp, a state licensed day camp for North Texas area children with special needs, presented annually by the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall. Designed for youth ages 5 to 18, the summer program allows kids with differing physical and intellectual handicaps the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 27, 2014) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County is pleased to recognize Kim Lusk as its Spotlight Volunteer for May 2014. Kim has been a volunteer for Meals on Wheels Senior Services for the past four years. She is a busy mother of three children, ages 7, 14 and 15 […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 25, 2014) The JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall will once again host Discover Archery Day from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 1 at the facility’s outdoor archery range. This is an opportunity for beginners ages 10 to adult to explore the world of archery. All equipment will be provided and participants do […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 25, 2014) Registration is underway through June 21 for YOUTH GIRLS SUMMER VOLLEYBALL at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall. The summer volleyball league is GAMES ONLY – no practices. And everyone plays! League divisions are 3rd through 6th grade. Games begin June 24 and will be played primarily on Tuesdays and […]