ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 24, 2014) As summer turned to autumn in 2011, things were looking bleak for Hank He’d been living the good life before disaster struck. His family suddenly split apart due to divorce. As a result, Hank ended up at the Rockwall animal shelter. As soon as he arrived at the shelter, he put […]
Tips to keep your marriage merry during the holiday hustle ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 24, 2014) While “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas” at the holidays, family expectations can make many feel more like “Dashing through the stress of Thanksgiving and Christmas.” Marriage and relationships are put under pressure and can quickly move to the danger […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Nov. 24, 2014) It’s time to dust off the turkey platter and polish the silver. But wait…we can use the casual dinnerware. No need for silver spoons. I’m good with laid-back gatherings on Thanksgiving Day. My growing-up years featured holiday dinners laid out in the garage, with tables lined up cafeteria-style to hold […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 24, 2014) Zayna is a sweet, cuddly kitten who loves attention and wants a home of her own for the holidays. She is the perfect girl to snuggle with during chilly nights and “help” you as you decorate for the holiday season! Email for more information. To share your good news and […]
(DALLAS– Nov. 24, 2014) Country music legend Randy Travis was at Dick’s Last Resort in Dallas Nov. 20, where his autographed guitar auctioned for $4,500 during the WFAA-Channel 8 Santa’s Helpers Toy Drive Kick-Off Party. WFAA’s Pete Delkus also made an appearance at the charity event which raised more than $6,000 and collected about 180 […]
ROCKWALL – November 23, 2014 The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce spotlights Chamber Partners that have remarkable testimonials to share about their membership experience. These businesses and community organizations demonstrate and communicate the value of partnering with the Chamber, creating an environment where individual companies and the local business community as a whole can flourish and prosper. The Rockwall Chamber […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 21, 2014) Back when cotton was king in Rockwall County in the 1920s, how many farms were there in the county? How many cotton gins? Where was the first cotton gin located in the county? Which ranch in Rockwall County owned its own chapel? Folks attending the Blast to the Past […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 21, 2014) Though it’s hard to believe considering the overall affluence of the Lake Ray Hubbard communities, some children in the area might go without much in the way of Christmas gifts. That’s the case for nearly 200 kids who frequent the Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County. To address this […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 20, 2014) Trevor Webb, a sixth grader at Nebbie Williams Elementary School, was recognized by the Rockwall Noon Rotary Club today as a Rotary Student of Honor. He was presented the award during a luncheon program at Rotary Hall. Nebbie principal Lisa Gielow spoke about Trevor’s long legacy of accomplishments, his service […]
Hallie B in downtown Rockwall encourages patrons to ‘Shop Local, Think Global’ ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 20, 2014) A colorfully painted sign reading H. B. Shack stands out in the unassuming little yard off North Goliad Street, directly across from the Life House coffee shop. A quaint wooden swing hangs from ropes off the tree. The […]