ROCKWALL, TX (April 1, 2014) The Rockwall City Council recently approved funding for improvements to Phelps Lake that will add a launch pier for kayak enthusiasts, a fishing pier and an internal trail connection. The project is expected to be completed in August 2014. This project will tie two premier outdoor recreation destinations together with […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 31, 2014) AT&T Pioneers, a volunteer organization made up of retired and active AT&T employees, and Reading For Adults (RFA), Rockwall County Library’s Adult Literacy Program led by Carol Cease, Director, recently met at the library for a special presentation. The Pioneers gave over 300 Spanish/English and English Only dictionaries to students in […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 31, 2014) The Friday Study Club met March 21, 2014 at the Bimbo Bakeries USA for a tour of their Rockwall facility which opened in January 2013. Wayne Sager, Plant Manager, and Jerry McManus, Human Relations Manager, welcomed the group and gave them a brief history of Bimbo Bakeries USA. Their story […]
Chance to win $811 for promoting Call 811 during April ROCKWALL, TX (March 31, 2014) Before you dig into your next outdoor project, Atmos Energy Corporation invites you to join its “iDig It” campaign designed to remind property owners, construction crews and do-it-yourselfers to always call 811 before they dig. The reminder comes as utilities […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 31, 2014) Recently Rockwall resident Cheryl Dodd Nabors proudly shared, “Deryl Dodd Productions” on her facebook. She is not only the twin of the authentic country singer but also one of his biggest fans. Having grown up with a strong belief in God, Deryl, Cheryl and other members of the close-knit Dodd […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 31, 2014) Novelist Joe B. Hewitt will offer and sign his new book, My Love, My Enemy, from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 19 at Half Price Books in Rockwall. Men will see it as a spy thriller, and women will see it as a romance, the author said. My Love, […]
WYLIE, TX (March 31, 2014) Brigadier General Thomas W. Kula has been selected by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) Board of Directors to succeed the retiring Executive Director Jim Parks. Kula, the commander of the Southwestern Division, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will leave the U.S. Army after 32 years of service effective […]
ROCKWALL (March 31, 2014) The 14th Annual City of Rockwall Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is Saturday, April 5 from 9am until 3pm at the Municipal Service Center, 1600 Airport Road – rain or shine. City of Rockwall residents must present a current utility bill or driver’s license for proof of residency. Household quantities of pesticides, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 27, 2014) The April meeting of the Rockwall Art League will feature a demonstration of oil and cold wax painting by member Doris Vasek. Doris’ demo will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 30th at the Harry Myers Community Center. Doors will open for set-up at 6:15. View Doris’ work […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 27, 2014) The ice storm on February 6th, 2014 may have kept some residents of Rockwall County at home but MOMS Club of Rockwall’s 2nd Annual Bunco Tournament, a fundraiser for Rainbow Room of Rockwall, was still a runaway success despite the flurries and icy roads, allowing for an official donation of […]