Martial arts studio welcomes families, students as young as three (Rockwall) June 4, 2012- Forty-nine students from the Rockwall Black Belt Academy recently competed in a regional tournament in Plano. Students ranged in age from four to forty and competed against 200 other students from surrounding Texas communities. “The younger students competed in basic kicks […]
(Plano) June 4, 2012 – Stay cool this summer by visiting one of Plano’s community indoor and outdoor pool locations: Jack Carter Pool, Liberty Recreation Center, Oak Point Recreation Center, Tom Muehlenbeck Center and Harry Rowlinson Natatorium. The amenities and atmosphere offer a perfect retreat from the summer heat. Admission is included in your Plano […]
(Royse City) June 4, 2012 – Congratulations to Joyce Koozer at 1117 Northwood in Royse City on being chosen as the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Yard of the Month winner. The purpose of the program is to recognize Royse City’s citizens who demonstrate above-average efforts in maintaining their property, thereby contributing to the overall […]
Did you know that the Rowlett Public Library has a more than 75,000 books you can browse through, and more than 4,000 movies to entertain your family? Music, audiobooks, ebooks, magazines and large print books are available for you to borrow. And this summer, there are several exciting activities planned for young and old at the library. The […]
(Rockwall) May 29, 2012 – An induction ceremony was held May 8 at the Rockwall County Library for the 2012-13 Friends of the Library Board. Former president Leigh Plagens installed the officers using a theme of “The Hats You Wear.” President Kathy Melston and President-Elect Beverly Stibbens head the slate. Becky Achenbach and Robyn Liane […]
(Rockwall) May 29, 2012 – In response to the North Texas Municipal Water District voting on May 24 to return to Stage 2 of the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Response Plan, March 2008, (Plan), the City of Rockwall will also be returning to Stage 2 restrictions. Effective June 1, 2012, and continuing through the […]
(Rockwall ISD) May 29, 2012 – Cain Middle School teacher/coach Ian Moreau presents an $845 donation for Helping Hands to Sherry Hamm, the non-profit agency’s Director of Assistance and Referral. Coach Moreau said Hooping for Helping Hands was a faculty vs. students basketball game divided between girl coaches and students and boy coaches and students […]
Michael Hunter, president of Rockwall Kiwanis, presents a check for $1,000 to Maggie Fuller for the Health Center of Helping Hands. Ms. Fuller is the center’s Practice Manager. Kiwanis also donated $2,500 to the Helping Hands Assistance and Referral program. Thanks to Judy Evans for sharing this photo. To submit your news and events, email […]
(Royse City) May 22, 2012 – The Well Coffee Lounge in Royse City offers free Wi-Fi and live music with no cover charge on Friday and Saturday nights. Hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; and 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. This Week at The Well – […]
Avoid ticket, increase safety by wearing seat belts (McKinney) May 22, 2012 – With Memorial Day weekend and the summer driving season on the horizon, it’s more important than ever for Texans to keep themselves and each other safe on the road. That’s why the McKinney Police Department is joining forces once again with the […]