WYLIE, Texas — (July 8, 2026) As North Texas continues to grow, encounters with native wildlife—including bobcats—are becoming more common. While seeing a bobcat can be surprising, these animals are generally shy, avoid people, and play an important role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem by helping control rodent populations. In the spring and summer months, […]
EDITOR’S NOTE ROCKWALL, TX (June 30, 2026) Somewhere between a cocktail and a curiosity, I found myself exploring another wonderfully winding rabbit hole. This time, it started with a toast. My family gathered at Fable & Fire for a celebratory dinner, where we raised our glasses in honor of my daughter earning her Ph.D. As far […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 7, 2026)— History lovers will have another opportunity to climb aboard the popular Texas Time Bus Tour, as the Rockwall County Historical Foundation has announced an additional guided tour on Saturday, July 18, following enthusiastic community response to its inaugural spring outings. The immersive tour is part of the Foundation’s ongoing celebration […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 2, 2026) — Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County invites family caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community members to attend a free online educational program, “Why Does Dementia Sometimes Cause Hallucinations, Delusions, and Paranoia?” The webinar will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. CDT on Wednesday, July 9, and is […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (June 30, 2026) — During National Reunification Month, Lone Star CASA is proud to recognize the strength of families who overcome challenges to safely reunite and the dedicated volunteer advocates who support them along the way. Ryan’s journey began at birth when he entered foster care after testing positive for drugs. Despite […]
DALLAS, TX (June 30, 2026) — Medical City Healthcare announced a grant of $50,000 from the HCA Healthcare Foundation to the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas to support Beyond the Game, an initiative that equips youth sports coaches, parents, and staff with tools to address emotional regulation, anxiety, and behavioral challenges in elementary-aged children. Beyond the Game delivers mental health […]
DALLAS, TX (June 25, 2026) Givingmas, a fast-growing Dallas based 501(c)3 nonprofit with a mission to strenghten local communities by identifying and supporting families who are actively working to overcome hardship, is proud to share they have been named a finalist for the 2026 D CEO Nonprofit & Corporate Citizenship Awards. Givingmas was selected in […]
Carly Beatty, a Texas A&M student killed by an impaired driver in Sept 2019. Drivers 25 Times More Likely to Cause a Fatal Crash When Combining Alcohol and THC HOUSTON – The safest decision happens before you turn the key. Driving after drinking alcohol, using THC or mixing substances puts everyone on Texas roads at […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 22, 2o26) Local resident Beth Turner is celebrating the release of her deeply personal literary memoir, Inheritance of Grit: A Metaphorical Memoir of a Daughter’s Resilience, Determination, and Grace, now available on Amazon in eBook, paperback and hardcover formats. A resident of the Breezy Hill neighborhood, Turner says the memoir represents decades […]
EDITOR’S NOTE ROCKWALL, TX (June 19, 2026) —Somewhere between a doctor’s appointment and a hailstorm, my husband accidentally reported himself as a traffic accident. At least, that’s our working theory. It all started the afternoon of June 2nd when I had an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon. As we were heading out the door, the […]