Rockwall Area Habitat for Humanity will begin construction on a new home on Ross Street on Saturday, Jan. 14. The Christian housing ministry, which relies on private donations and volunteer labor to build homes for families who might not otherwise afford one, is seeking help from groups interested in providing lunch for its volunteer workforce. If your group or […]
(Rockwall) A limited number of discounted tickets are available through Monday, Jan. 16 for Rockwall Community Playhouse’s production of Little Women, on stage Feb. 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26, 2012. Use the code word “March” to receive $5 off ticket price. If tickets are sold out online, come to the theater by 7:30 p.m. to be […]
(Richardson) Eisemann Center Presents Junie B. Jones at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22. The Family Theatre Series production is filled with funny songs about Junie B. Jones and the experiences she has in first grade. Follow along as Junie writes everything down in her Top Secret Personal Beeswax Journal. Adapted from the series of books […]
(Richardson) Eisemann Center Presents’ Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis’ Grits & Glamour Tour at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14. These country legends get up close and personal, performing songs and sharing stories about their lives for an event that will entertain and inspire all audiences. Lorrie Morgan made her first appearance on the Grand Ole Opry […]
The City of Heath recently recognized employees for an outstanding performance in 2011. Among those was Tara Plexico who was named Employee of the Year. “Tara brings both experience and a can-do attitude to the job, and that means we can count her,” said City Manager Ed Thatcher. “Although she is an accountant, Tara is cross-trained to […]
(Rowlett) Covington’s Nursery and Landscape Company in Rowlett is bringing in the New Year by offering several free gardening classes. First up, learn the tricks of the trade to ensuring healthy plants in your landscape while saving time, money and water, through proper soil preparation. The soil preparation class is at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. […]
Six SUVs filled with donated toys, bikes at Honda of Burleson Honda of Burleson hosted an Adopt-an-Angel tree at the dealership off Interstate 35. More than 320 toys and several new bikes were donated to benefit Heart for the Kids and the Children’s Advocacy Center of Johnson County. “It was heart-warming to see the community’s response […]
The Rockwall community shared the spirit of giving this holiday season as Fox 4 News and Jack FM hosted a spirit-filled Toys for Tots event at The Harbor on Dec. 9. Residents lined up to drop off toys even before the official 5 p.m. start time. On hand to accept donations were members of the United States Marine Corps and countless […]
Thanks to Rowlett Chamber Ambassador Robbert van Bloemendaal for sharing this slideshow. The Hella Temple in Garland welcomed a full house on Friday, Dec. 2 as the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce hosted its 22nd Annual Casino Night – the Rowlett Stampede. The major sponsor for this year’s western-themed event was Lake Pointe Medical Center. Through the support of generous […]
The Lights On Ice Outdoor Ice Rink at Frisco Square is open for skating through Jan. 8, 2012. This real ice skating rink is 50’ x 85’; located at the southwest corner of Main St. and Coleman Blvd. across from Pizza Hut Park in Frisco. This daily event is in addition to the already popular, […]