(ROCKWALL, TX – August 30, 2017) The City of Rockwall mosquito abatement program has continually monitored mosquito populations in live mosquito traps in various locations around the City. Those samples are sent to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to be tested for West Nile virus. The State informed the City that two […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 30, 2017) Local Rockwall High School senior Regan Watson has struggled to maintain a sense of balance and normalcy ever since she discovered she suffers from a form of autonomic nervous system disorder called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS. But she decided she’s not going to let her illness define […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 29, 2017) Lynn Ross has a very clear answer for anyone who questions just how important Phantom, Gracie and Fizzy are to her life. “They’re my everything,” the 75-year-old Royse City woman answered recently. “They’re the only reason I wake up in the morning.” Phantom, Gracie and Fizzy are dogs that […]
(ROYSE CITY, TX — August 28, 2017) Recently the local Nwingi Boy Scouts troop asked the Royse City American Legion Post to come speak to them about the American Legion and its Eagle Scout of the Year Award. The American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year award is a National Competition where the winner receives […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 25, 2017) When US Army veteran Cpl. Frank DeFronzo received his service dog from Patriot PAWS in April, 2015, everyone knew that a service dog would help Frank, but little did anyone know how it would affect his children. Revere, MA resident Frank received his service dog, Ross, two years ago […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 24, 2017) Backpacks, pencils and notebooks are filling up the aisles in stores all over Texas, reminding us that a new school year is just around the corner. The beginning of the school year can be an exciting time for most children, but it can also lead to more reports of […]
(DALLAS, TX — August 24, 2017) Skratch, a demand-based mobile app for iPhone that connects teens in local neighborhoods with adults who are looking for help with tasks, announces a partnership and pilot program with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County. Developed for teens looking for quick, safe and skill-based ways to make […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 18, 2017) Texas drivers will have to keep their eyes on the road and off their phones when a new statewide ban on texting while driving goes into effect Sept. 1. Authored by State Representative Tom Craddick, R-Midland, House Bill 62 prohibits reading, writing or sending electronic messages using a wireless […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 16, 2017) Current and potential members of the Rockwall Women’s League recently came together for a Cajun-themed Meet and Greet kickoff event with a Palm Beach twist. Homemade jambalaya, mini king cakes, a hurricane machine, and even an alligator shaped pineapple adorned the hot pink and lime green-themed dining room table. […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — August 16, 2017) Women who serve as the primary wage earners for their families and seek financial assistance to continue their education or receive training can now apply for the Soroptimist Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women. Applications are available at the soroptimist.org/awards/live-your-dream-awards.html, or by contacting Rockwall Club member, […]