Matt Tamez, Mary Walker, C.J. Brock and Ignacio Vela Rockwall, TX (December 3, 2024) – The Men’s Golf Association (MGA) of Rockwall Golf & Athletic Club hit a hole-in-one for our community during their annual War on the Shore tournament by raising over $14,000 to support Grace Clinic. This generous donation will help fund essential medical […]
From Left to Right: Tabassum Mahzabeen, Valan Sparks, Honorable Judge Brett Hall and Eric Fast Rockwall, TX (December 3, 2024)– On November 21, 2024, at the Rockwall County Courthouse, the Honorable Judge Brett Hall officially swore in three new CASA volunteers. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing volunteers work with Lone Star […]
Rockwall, TX (December 2, 2024) – The holidays can be a tricky time when grief comes around. It’s never easy to know what to say to someone when they are sad and we all want to help people feel better. As a caregiver or family member, it is important to have resources to assist you […]
Adobe stock library Rockwall, TX (November 29, 2024) – An old monk’s dying testimony surely surprised those who revered him for his great humility and service to all those around him. The Elder Zosima revealed his past sins of jealousy, anger, and hatred that nearly led to murder. Though he had grown up inspired by […]
Rockwall, TX (November 24, 2024) – Did you know that since its inception in 1973, Rockwall Women’s League has raised more than $4 million in grants and scholarships for the benefit of Rockwall County residents?! RWL’s main fundraisers are their annual charity ball in the spring, and a Big Hat luncheon held in the fall. […]
MOWS staff and board members; from left: Kimberly Gossett-Smith, Jessica Mena, Holly Lyons, Maureen Cook, Sharon Ray, Rob Glover, Dawn Redig (front), Brenda Cross, Ariana Kistner, Margie VerHagen, Dennis Lewis, Al Lafere, Erin Neill, Mike Mishler. Photo by Malarie Hall Photography. Rockwall, TX (November 27, 2024) – On October 5th, the Meals on Wheels Senior […]
Rockwall, TX (November 27, 2024) – Congratulations to longtime, local residents Roland and Barbara Ruble who are celebrating 70 years of wedded bless. They were married in Lowell, Indiana on Nov. 27, 1954 and have been calling Rockwall home since 1998. The Rubles have three children, six grandchildren, and have enjoyed many travels throughout their […]
Rockwall, TX (November 26, 2024) – Rockwall County Commissioner Dana Macalik has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Texas Conference of Urban Counties (CUC). Commissioner Macalik will serve on the CUC Board of Directors, which is responsible for directing the business of the Association and will play a meaningful role in providing […]
Rockwall, TX (November 26, 2024) – The Rockwall County Commissioners Court awarded a Certificate of Achievement to Human Resources Assistant Katy Ruff for initiating the county’s first Wellness Month. As the Wellness Coordinator, Katy organized Wellness Palooza in October, which provided county employees with opportunities to receive flu shots, physical exams, biometric screenings, breast exams, […]
Rockwall, TX (November 26, 2024) – Hollies are the quintessential staple greenery for the winter holidays! Magnificent in shape, size and color, there are well over 500 species of hollies grown in the United States. Two outstanding holly species that grow beautifully in our Rockwall County area are Yaupon and Nellie R. Stevens. Both are […]