(ROYSE CITY, TX–December 22, 2017) The Royse City Independent School District is pleased to announce Byron Bryant as new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Bryant’s career in school finance spans ten years across Rockwall ISD, Red Oak ISD and Allen ISD where he currently serves as Executive Director of Finance. He holds a bachelor’s and […]
FROM THE ROCKWALL COUNTY CRIMINAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Dec. 27, 2017) Law enforcement agencies from across Rockwall County will conduct a DWI “No Refusal Program” during the New Years’ Day holiday. This is a program whereby a warrant will be sought to draw an individual’s blood for analysis if an officer has […]
(ROYSE CITY, TX – Dec. 23, 2017) Recently the Military Heritage Museum of North Texas heard of the opportunity to purchase FEMA overstock meals for pennies on the dollar. The Museum, which is run by British military veteran Mark Witham, wanted to use the opportunity to provide veterans who were homeless or who may be […]
(ROCKWALL, TX–December 22, 2017) STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays. STAR Transit’s offices will be closed Friday, 12/22 (In observance of Christmas Eve), Monday, 12/25 (Christmas Day) and Monday, 1/1 (New Year’s Day). This includes On Demand Service, the Kaufman Trolley, The Link and Terrell Fixed Routes 803 and 804. STAR […]
(MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX — December 22, 2017) The winning home 1212 Artesia Lane, located in the Brushy Creek subdivision of McLendon-Chisholm was decorated by owners Gordon H. Varney and Stephanie Sealey. A yard sign listed what channel to turn your radio to and it was a real treat to watch all of the lights dazzle with […]
(ROCKWALL, TX–December 21 2017) Rockwall High School robotics team’s student officers (President – Gabriel Colmenares, EVP of Robotic Operations – Brandon Taylor, EVP of Public Relations – Hannah Cowgill, EVP of Business Operations – Aaron Smith), the Full Metal Jackets, recently flew to Washington, DC to attend the 2017 FIRST National Advocacy Conference. Only 40 […]
The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce partners with the City of Rowlett throughout the year in various events and was very excited to give a donation of $2,500.00 to the Rowlett Animal Shelter to help with the cost of housing the animals. Mitch Dobbyn, the 2016 Long Drive Champ, helped to raise the money by having […]
(TERRELL, TX–December 19, 2017) STAR Transit announces reduced/free fare grace period ends December 31. On November 1, STAR Transit implemented its new fare structure. Part of the new structure includes discounted or free fares for qualified seniors 60 plus, veterans and persons with disabilities. During the reduced/free fare grace period, riders received discounts and free […]
(ROCKWALL, TX—December 21, 2017) On Saturday, December 16 Helping Hands of Rockwall County wrapped up their Christmas gift to the community: the annual toy drive. After distributing “toy tags” for specific age categories throughout local businesses, the Helping Hands team accepted donations from community members through December 12. They then arranged the toys by age […]
(HEATH, TX – Dec. 21, 2017) Donna Rolater recently announced her candidacy for Heath City Council Place 3. The municipal election will take place in May 2018. Rolater’s statement on announcement: “After prayerful consideration, I have decided to run for Heath City Council. Heath is a wonderful city to live in, for both young and old. […]