Lone Star CASA swears in new volunteers

Lone Star CASA swears in new volunteers

From left: Madeline Jones, Beth Yturri, Joel Altman, Jeanine Love, Judge Hall, Whitney Harris, Kaylan Dixon Smith, and Michael Henry. ROCKWALL,  TX (Oct. 27, 2023)– The Honorable Judge Hall officially swore in seven new CASA volunteers on Thursday, Oct. 26. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing volunteers will work with Lone Star […]

Students from Rockwall High School Interact Club provide community service through Feed My Starving Children

Students from Rockwall High School Interact Club provide community service through Feed My Starving Children

Rockwall, TX (October 27, 2023) – Rockwall High School Interact Club, a sponsored program of Rotary International, and three members of the Rockwall Rotary Club visited Feed My Starving Children on October 26 to participate in a community service project. The students and Rotarians prepared manna packs with vitamins and nutrients to help starving children abroad. […]

Rockwall Chamber celebrates local first responders at 8th annual appreciation event

Rockwall Chamber celebrates local first responders at 8th annual appreciation event

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 26, 2023) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with Rockwall Fire Station #2 for its 8th Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday afternoon. The event brought together over 200 business leaders, city and county officials, and first responders for a memorable celebration of the dedication and courage displayed by Rockwall’s […]

Heath Holiday Home Tour set for Nov. 30 and Dec. 1

Heath Holiday Home Tour set for Nov. 30 and Dec. 1

Annual Fundraiser Supports Rockwall-Heath High School Senior Class After-Prom Event HEATH, TX (Oct. 26, 2023) – The Rockwall-Heath High School Senior Class of 2024 will host the annual Heath Holiday Home tour on Thursday, Nov. 30 and Friday, Dec. 1 — a community tradition that helps raise funds for the students’ after-prom event.  Four amazing homes […]

City of Fate wins Voice of the People Award for transformation in economy

City of Fate wins Voice of the People Award for transformation in economy

Commitment to resident-centered decision-making earns Fate national recognition, presented by ICMA and Polco FATE, TX (October 26, 2023) – The City of Fate has won a 2023 Voice of The People (VOP) Award for Transformation in Economy. The VOP Awards honor local governments that best engage residents and include public opinion in community decisions. These are […]

Donations needed for Royse City High School history display

Donations needed for Royse City High School history display

ROYSE CITY, TX (Oct. 25, 2023) As Royse City ISD continues to grow, it is a priority to preserve and protect the rich history of our schools and community. In an ongoing project, the district is seeking donations of various items to be either permanently displayed or digitally preserved. Acceptable items may be on display […]

Rockwall ISD Student Champions in Career & Technical Education to be recognized

Rockwall ISD Student Champions in Career & Technical Education to be recognized

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 25, 2023) Rockwall ISD is proud to recognize our career and technical education student champions from the Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy for their outstanding achievements at the state, national and international level. Weather permitting, a recognition ceremony will be held on Friday, October 27 at 6:45 p.m. at the […]

Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce welcomes new President/CEO, Michael Gallops

Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce welcomes new President/CEO, Michael Gallops

Addison, TX (October 24, 2023) – The Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to introduce Michael Gallops, IOM, TDM, as the organization’s newly appointed President and CEO, effective November 15th. Michael steps into this vital role, succeeding Hayden Austin, who departed in the summer to join Metrocrest Services. In his new capacity, […]