ROCKWALL, TX – August 24, 2020 —“Scott Gill is speaking? I can’t stand him; he speaks so nasally!” And with that Mrs. Annabelle stormed out of church. She truly hated me, would sometimes come up during the week and chat with the church secretary and ask “Why is he even here?” Years ago I worked […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 24, 2020 — The wheels on the bus go round and round after nearly six months of sheltering in place. Two of my grandchildren – sporting colorful new masks – are hopping aboard. Attending school may well become the most notable event of Fall 2020. To open or not to open? […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 24, 2020 — What does “amplify black voices” mean? Well, I’ll tell you what it means to me. For years, I’ve collected cookbooks. Cookbooks from my mother, my late mother-in-law, estate sales, vacations, birthdays and holidays. If you ever wonder what to get me…a cookbook is always welcome! The cabinets in […]
FATE, TX – August 24, 2020 — “Fate brought us here.” You’ll find that phrase painted on the beautiful mural by artist Caleb Jacks in downtown Fate – one of many exciting and recent additions to the heart of the city. Even in the midst of a pandemic, the city has been working diligently to […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 24, 2020 — Join Rockwall Parks & Recreation for an evening of fun and games outdoors on Friday, Aug. 28. Outdoor Day invites families to Phelps Lake from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a night featuring outdoor games and activities that allow for safe social distancing: Giant Checkers Giant Cup […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 24, 2020 — Life has changed. Twenty years ago kids were spending summer nights building forts outside and were told to be back by sundown, and now they have mobile phones. The modern parent works more and may be finding it difficult to balance their careers and family lives. Childhood fun […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 19, 2020 — The Rockwall Young Republicans will host the state convention of the Texas Young Republican Federation (TYRF) in Rockwall on Sept. 4-6. Tickets are currently available for the 2020 TYRF Annual Convention Gala, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5 at a cost of $50 per person. […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 19, 2020 — The community’s favorite day-long, IBCA-sanctioned barbecue contest will roll into Rockwall on Oct. 2-3. In this year’s 12th Annual Rib, Rub, Run & Roll barbecue cookoff, contestants will fire up their grills to compete in four categories: Jackpot Beans, Half Chicken, Brisket, and Pork Spare Ribs. Awards and […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 18, 2020 — Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal and District Leadership Team members presented a School Start update to the Board of Trustees. Dr. Villarreal informed the Board of the recent back-to-school registration period where parents across the District selected in-person learning by 62 percent and remote learning by 38 percent. “This […]
ROCKWALL, TX – August 13, 2020 — In its regular meeting on Aug. 11, the Commissioners Court recognized the 2020 American Legion Boys/Girls State delegates. The Boys/Girls State program went virtual for the first time in its history due to COVID-19, with 12 young ladies and eight young men from Rockwall County high schools participating […]