(Rockwall) September 20, 2012 – This Saturday, September 22, East Trinity Masonic Lodge #157 will present Service Awards to several members who have been Masons for at least 50 years. In addition to the 50 year service awards, they will also present a 65 year award to Rockwall’s own, Congressman Ralph Hall. The event is […]
(Rockwall County) On Tuesday, September 18, 2012, a Rockwall County jury convicted Arkansas resident James Marquette Bradley, 22, on the charge of Possession with Intent to Deliver Cocaine. Less than two hours after retiring to deliberate on punishment, the jury sentenced the previously convicted felon to 35 years in prison. Jurors heard testimony that, on […]
Encouraging families to address healthy living during Childhood Obesity Awareness Month September 18, 2012 – September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month and the Rockwall YMCA — a leader in youth development and healthy living—wants to help families in Rockwall County understand the risks of childhood obesity and how to incorporate regular physical activity and […]
(Rockwall) September 17, 2012 – Rockwall County 4-H will host a kick-off event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, September 24 at the County Extension Office, 915 Whitmore, Suite B, in Rockwall, showcasing 4-H Clubs for those interested in learning more. The program will cover: Dog Obedience Fashion & Sewing Food & Nutrition Horses Livestock Projects […]
September 17, 2012 – Did you know…Decorations are the first thing to ignite in more than 1,000 reported home fires each year? These fires cause an estimated average of seven civilian deaths, 53 civilian injuries and $20 million in direct property damage per year. Halloween is a fun – and spooky – time of year […]
(Rockwall) September 16, 2012 – The Rockwall County Historical Foundation started the fall season of its Brown Bag Lecture Series with a program about “Growing Up in Rockwall,” presented by Linda Mitchell Duran. Linda used modern technology to show pictures of buildings, teachers and fellow Rockwall natives. New Texas Historical Commission Board appointee, Mike Donegan […]
(Rockwall) September 12, 2012 – A talented troupe from the Rockwall Community Playhouse entertained a full room at the first meeting of the Friends of the Rockwall County Library. Pamela Whitaker, a director of RCP productions, introduced vocalists and dancers who presented selections from current, past and future shows. RCP opens its 17th season on September […]
September 11, 2012, Rockwall – Jim Pruitt, a local attorney, was appointed to the Rockwall City Council Monday to fill the seat currently held by Mark Russo. Russo, who was recently elected to Justice of Peace in Precinct 3, will resign on September 18, and Pruitt will be sworn in on September 19. He will serve […]
Sept. 11, 2012 – Let us never forget! No matter what your race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, political views or anything else that makes us different…we are all Americans. Never forget the day they tried to scare us into giving up our freedom and our democracy. Never forget the horrific acts that cost us so many American lives. We will NEVER give up our freedoms […]
(Rockwall) September 10, 2012 – The Rockwall City Council received 33 applications from residents that are interested in the council position held by Mark Russo. Russo submitted his resignation effective September 18 to prepare for his new position as Rockwall County Justice of the Peace. The council will conduct interviews the week of September 10 at City Hall. […]