Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

(ROCKWALL-March 21, 2013) On Thursday, March 21, the Rockwall Rotary recognized Madeline Conselman as the Student of the Honor for the month of March. Presenting Madeline with award is Williams Middle School Principal Billy Pringle.  Madeline is the daughter of Rotary President Frank Conselman. She was honored for her outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Photo by Greg […]

Senior Wellness Fair at Beacon Harbor April 23

(ROCKWALL-March 20, 2013) A Senior Wellness Fair is set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 23 at Beacon Harbor, 6700 Heritage Parkway in Rockwall. More than 30 area businesses will be on hand to showcase products, services and resources available to seniors. There will be giveaways and door prizes. Submitted by Chana Haynes, […]

Rowlett Arts & Humanities Commission presents annual writing contest

(ROWLETT-March 20, 2013) Entries are due Monday, April 29 for the Annual Rowlett Writing Contest presented by the Rowlett Arts and Humanities Commission. Divisions:      Youth – Grades 1 through 12      Adult 18 – years and older Categories:      Short Works (plays, essays, etc.) – 15-30 minutes in length      Short Story – 1-3 pages […]

Rockwall City Council election canceled

(ROCKWALL-March 20, 2013) The May 11 City of Rockwall municipal election was canceled by the City Council because all five candidates were unopposed. Mayor David Sweet, Mayor Pro Tem David White and council member Bennie Daniels will be sworn in for two-year terms. Jim Pruitt (Place 2), appointed to the position last year following the […]

Gun Show in Royse City, April 13-14

(ROYSE CITY-March 20, 2013) There will be a Gun Show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 13 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 14 at Bulldog Powersports, Inc., 924 Industrial Drive in Royse City. Buy/sell/trade – firearms, knives, reloading supplies, ammo and military surplus. Admission is $5 per person; good for […]

Free paper shredding day April 13 at Calloway’s Nursery

(DALLAS-March 20, 2013) SWACHA -The Electronic Payments Resource, will host a free shredding day as part of Pay It Green month to encourage people to safely dispose of paper copies of bills, statements, and other documents, and to instead “Go Green” with online payments and financial services. The shredding event will be 10 a.m. to […]

Cancer patient shares amazing story of survival, presses on with positive attitude

Rockwall Relay set for April 26 at Cain Middle School If I get depressed, my Norwegian Shepherd gets depressed. So I put on music and dance around the house, and my dogs jump around with me.” ~ Linda Bernard (ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) Linda Bernard is smiling as she pulls off her purple cap to reveal […]

Lone Star CASA to honor volunteers at April 13 banquet

(ROCKWALL-May 18, 2013) Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) has announced the annual banquet to honor and recognize the CASA volunteers. The banquet will be held on April 13 at the beautiful Shadow Ridge Farms located at 12198 Shadow Ridge Lane in Terrell. A silent auction will begin at 5 p.m. and features quality items […]

CSCOPE is topic at next Rockwall Republican Women meeting

ROCKWALL ISD board candidates to speak (ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) On Monday, April 8, 2013, Rockwall County Republican Women will hold their monthly meeting at Harry Myers Community Center starting at 6:30 pm and a light dinner will be served. The program will be on CSCOPE presented by Jeanine McGregor. RCRW has also invited Rockwall ISD Board […]

Newcomers to showcase artistic talents of members

Members model spring fashions at March gathering (ROCKWALL-March 15, 2013) The Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends were treated to a Spring Fashion Show at their regular monthly meeting on March 14. Brenda Estes, fashion coordinator from Belks, served as moderator.  Members of Newcomers modeled the latest in Spring colors and styles. The fashions and accessories were provided […]