Sugar Llamas, a one stop treat shop, opens in Heath

Sugar Llamas, a one stop treat shop, opens in Heath

Heath, TX (December 28, 2023) – Sugar Llamas Rockwall Heath, a donut, coffee, and ice cream shop recently opened in Heath, across the street from Cain Middle School. Family is at the center of everything at Sugar Llamas, starting with the owners, Michael and Amanda Ridgeway. Service has always been their focus, Michael was a helicopter pilot […]

Republican businesswoman announces candidacy for Precinct 3C Chair in Rockwall County

Republican businesswoman announces candidacy for Precinct 3C Chair in Rockwall County

Rockwall, Texas- Today, Cindy Horne, a Republican businesswoman, former educator, army spouse and mother of three announces her candidacy for Precinct 3C Chair of the Republican Party in Rockwall, Texas. Cindy has previously served on dozens of Republican campaigns across the nation. “Service has always been important to me and ensuring that our shared conservative […]

Rockwall High School Theatre makes big impact with Little Shop of Horrors

Rockwall High School Theatre makes big impact with Little Shop of Horrors

Rockwall, TX (December 21, 2023) – This season Rockwall High School Theatre set out to consider how something small makes a big impact. Their upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors is poised to do just that! At its heart, this high energy, if somewhat morbid production, speaks to the pull of good versus evil. […]

Rockwall County marks sesquicentennial with time capsule burial

Rockwall County marks sesquicentennial with time capsule burial

Rockwall, TX (December 20, 2023) – Celebrating the Rockwall County sesquicentennial, the Rockwall County Historical Foundation recently buried a time capsule marking the occasion. Rockwall County was formed 150 years ago, in 1873, when a small portion of Collin County was set aside to become what is now the smallest county in the state. Acknowledging the […]

How one local Santa delivers smiles and a memorable Christmas experience.

How one local Santa delivers smiles and a memorable Christmas experience.

Rockwall, TX (December 20, 2023) – For five years Ken Sterling has donned a suit. Not for work but for an incredibly special reason. You see, Ken is Santa for many Rockwall children. He has always loved playing the role of Santa for family and friends. At least until the grandchildren got old enough to […]

Republican Party celebrates the season and honors local Statesman.

Republican Party celebrates the season and honors local Statesman.

Rockwall, TX (December 20, 2023) – Rockwall County Republican Party recently held their annual Christmas party attended by numerous supporters. County Chair, Sharon Henson welcomed the attendees, sponsors and special guests. Henson also recognized those who contribute many volunteer hours throughout the year. Always a fun and festive event this year’s party included a special […]

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Ring the Bell

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Ring the Bell

Rockwall, TX (December 18, 2023) – Holidaze.   A month of anticipation, lights and Shiny Brites, holiday programs and choruses.  Gifts to be found, wrapping accomplished, Angel Trees and food banks to fill. So much packed into just about four weeks, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s. A month of myriad emotions and some humbugs too. The […]

City of Heath Honors Staff: Assistant Director of Finance Tara Plexico named 2023 citywide Employee of the Year

City of Heath Honors Staff: Assistant Director of Finance Tara Plexico named 2023 citywide Employee of the Year

Heath, TX (December 14, 2023) – Assistant Director of Finance Tara Plexico was named 2023 Citywide Employee of the Year during the Annual Employee Awards and Christmas Luncheon held December 8 at the Rush Creek Yacht Club. “Tara has always been exemplary when it comes a strong work ethic,” said City Manager Aretha Adams. “During […]

Rockwall County prepares for burial of time capsule this Saturday

Rockwall County prepares for burial of time capsule this Saturday

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Dec. 12, 2023) Nearly two dozen pieces of local memorabilia will be placed inside a time capsule and buried in Rockwall County this Saturday, Dec. 16 – not to be opened again until the year 2048. “In 1873 the State of Texas recognized that our community was special, and passed legislation creating […]

Placemats for Seniors

Placemats for Seniors

Rockwall, TX (December 11, 2023) – The Rowlett Quilt Guild presented 320 homemade placemats to Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County on December 6, 2023. These placemats will be given as Christmas presents to each senior that is homebound and receiving their meals at home. Many of these seniors are not able to […]