(ROCKWALL, TX – April 3, 2016) With the final phase of the $8.6 million Capital Improvement Project (CIP) revitalizing Downtown Rockwall near completion, the city will host a large scale celebration on Saturday, April 16 to commemorate the enhancements brought to the historic downtown square. The three-year project includes significant improvements to the sidewalks and […]
SPRING CLEANING: Celebrate Earth Day by attending Ebby Halliday Rockwall’s Fourth Annual Shred-It Day PROTECT YOURSELF FROM IDENTITY THEFT (ROCKWALL, TX – March 30, 2016) Securely destroy those old bank statements, tax returns and other sensitive papers onsite. No need to remove paper clips or staples. Just bring your documents by the boxful. Please no binders […]
(HEATH, TX — March 30, 2016) The sun was shining brightly on Heath as the community and guests celebrated Easter Saturday, March 26, at Fun & Fitness in the Park featuring the annual Heart of Heath 5k and One-Mile Family Run. More than 356 entered the two runs, with Keaton Forsyth of Royce City, taking […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — March 29, 2016) To raise awareness of children facing abuse and neglect Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a nonprofit organization that trains community volunteers to speak for the best interest of abused and neglected children of Rockwall and Kaufman Counties, will host a balloon release in Kaufman County on Thursday, […]
Dalton Rapattoni’s fans gather for Downtown concert on Saturday (ROCKWALL, TX – March 28, 2016) Starstruck fans gathered in Rockwall this past weekend to catch a glimpse of a singing sensation with Rockwall ties. Dalton Rapattoni, top 4 finalist in the American Idol singing competition, is also a teacher at the School of Rock in […]
(GARLAND, TX — March 28, 2016) The Hope Clinic invites all to its 2nd Annual Wheels of Hope Car Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, in downtown Garland. All proceeds benefit the Hope Clinic—a nonprofit offering medical services to those suffering financial hardships. “Last year, we raised more than $30,000. We […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — March 25, 2016) The City of Rockwall will hold its annual Memorial Day Concert on Friday, May 27, at 7 p.m. at The Harbor Amphitheater. The community is invited to this free event featuring music representing wars throughout the history of the U.S. and honoring veterans who served in those wars. “Our […]
4-H Beef Club grows, family traditions continue (ROCKWALL, TX – March 24, 2016) While other families headed to the beach or went skiing, eight Rockwall County 4-H Beef Club members recently spent their Spring Break at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. One member, Trevor Rowe, exhibited a heifer that he purchased with the $1,750 […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – March 22, 2016) After meeting its cookie sales goal, Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas Troop 7780 enjoyed a fun and educational tour of the vast Black Star Sport Horses equestrian facility (5565 FM 549) on Tuesday, March 22. The girls delighted in learning all about caring for horses on the sprawling 250+ […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – March 23, 2016) Join the Rockwall County Master Gardeners for a popular seasonal event on Saturday, April 9 from 9 to 11 a.m. (or until the plants are gone – and they do go fast!) The Swap will be held at the Discovery Garden located at 875 Riding Club Road. You do […]