‘Josephine’s Mountain’ T-shirt designs raise awareness, funds for environmental conservation (January 29, 2013) When Josie Miller of Rockwall visited the pine forests of Oregon on a family vacation, the eight-year-old became alarmed when they drove by a sudden clearing in the woods, where hundreds of trees had been cut down for timber. “It was dramatic,” […]
(ROCKWALL-January 28, 2013) Today marked one more time that the Rockwall community stepped up to take care of one of its own. The Rockwall Neighborhood Walmart made a generous donation to injured firefighter Devon Colbert and his family. The Rockwall and Garland Fire Department were present to receive the donation on behalf of the Colberts. […]
(ROCKWALL-January 25, 2013) One hundred and sixty moms and daughters from Lake Pointe Church’s Student Ministry came together January 13 for a painting session sponsored by Art’s A Blast. The event served as a unique and creative way for the high school and middle school students to kick off their new year of Bible study. The […]
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(ROWLETT-January 22, 2013)The Rowlett Arts and Humanities Commission presents its annual Rowlett Writing Contest. All entries are due by Monday, April 29. Entries should be mailed or dropped off to the Rowlett Public Library at 3900 Main Street in Rowlett. Divisions include Youth (grades 1 through 12) and Adult (18 years and older). Categories Short Works […]
Application deadline Feb. 4 (ROCKWALL-January 22, 2013) The Rockwall Police Department is accepting applications for the Spring 2013 session of the Citizens Police Academy. Pick up an application at the Rockwall Police Department or submit one online at rockwallpolice.org. The online application is located under the forms and information section of the website. Applications are due […]
(ROCKWALL-January 21, 2013) Fourth grader Sydney Hail from United Elite Gymnastics & Cheer of Rockwall was the winner of the “WOW” Award at the Spirit Celebration Cheerleading competition recently held in Galveston. The two day Galveston Island Nationals Championship was hosted in the Moody Gardens convention center with over one thousand cheer participants. This prestigious […]
(ROCKWALL – January 15, 2013) The Rockwall County Historical Foundation installed officers for 2013 at its recent Annual Meeting at the Museum in Harry Myers Park. Justice of the Peace, Nancy Beaty, conducted the installation. Jim Mills was recognized as the outstanding individual member for 2012. Submitted by Carolyn Francisco, RCHF. To share your good news […]
(ROCKWALL-January 15, 2013) There will be an FM 740 ribbon cutting ceremony at 1 p.m. Friday, January 18 at the new Aldi store, at the corner of FM 740 and Summer Lee Drive in Rockwall. Congressman Ralph Hall, Senator Bob Deuell, and Representative Scott Turner are among dignitaries invited. In case of inclement weather, there will […]
(ROCKWALL-January 14, 2013) The Rockwall High School Jazz Band was invited to perform at the 2013 Rockwall Chamber Partnership Awards and Appreciation Banquet. This group of Intro to Jazz musicians held the audience captive with a mix of classic jazz and well known hits such as Brick House, a 1977 hit by the Commodores. According to […]