Rockwall County Democrats extend gratitude for CASA kids birthday contributions

Rockwall County Democrats extend gratitude for CASA kids birthday contributions

Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2024) — The Rockwall County Democrats would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the CASA Kids Birthday Gift Bags initiative for the month of June. Your generous donations have brought joy and hope to many children under the care of Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). […]

Summer blood drives scheduled in Rockwall and Forney

Summer blood drives scheduled in Rockwall and Forney

Rockwall, TX (June 13, 2024) – Many patients need lifesaving blood transfusions this summer. By giving blood, Carter BloodCare donors help people hurt in serious car wrecks, children fighting diseases like cancer and anemia, mothers going through difficult deliveries, and older adults with age-related health issues, among many others. As a donor thank-you gift this […]

“Building Better Caregivers”; a free webinar series by Meals on Wheels Senior Services and Area Agency on Aging

“Building Better Caregivers”; a free webinar series by Meals on Wheels Senior Services and Area Agency on Aging

Rockwall, TX (June 5, 2024) – Not sure why your family member’s behaviors are changing and what to do about those changes?  Learn how dementia affects people and how to take good care of your family member and yourself. The signs of dementia begin when a family member begins repeating the same question or activity […]

Lone Star CASA Celebrates Volunteer Advocates at Annual Banquet

Lone Star CASA Celebrates Volunteer Advocates at Annual Banquet

Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Sunday, April 28th, at the Parrish House prior to the launch of National Foster Care Month. This event served to celebrate and honor the dedication of CASA’s Volunteer Advocates who make a resounding difference in […]

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs join forces with Carry The Load for 2024 Memorial May Relay March

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs join forces with Carry The Load for 2024 Memorial May Relay March

Rockwall, TX (May 21, 2024) – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs joins forces with Carry The Load, once again, as Nonprofit Partner to honor the sacrifices of our nation’s military, Veterans, first responders, and their families.  As an active Nonprofit Partner, Patriot PAWS will be participating in Carry The Load’s 2024 Memorial May National Relay and […]

Highly anticipated, HAMILTON, takes the Winspear Opera House stage

Highly anticipated, HAMILTON, takes the Winspear Opera House stage

Rockwall, TX (May 2, 2024) – The passion and drama of Hamilton is here! Broadway Dallas is excited to present the hit musical, HAMILTON written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, May 8-June 9 at the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House. Hamilton is the mesmerizing tale of founding father, Alexander Hamilton, from his arrival to America and as he […]

STAR Transit Celebrates Rider Appreciation Week, April 22–28

STAR Transit Celebrates Rider Appreciation Week, April 22–28

TERRELL, TX (April 16, 2024) — STAR Transit is pleased to announce the kickoff of Rider Appreciation Week, April 22–28.  The celebration features free rides and other giveaways. “Rider Appreciation Week is about expressing our gratitude to the communities we serve.  All rides will be free from April 22–28,” said Kim Britton, STAR Transit’s deputy […]

Rockwall Art League Presents: Jill Allison Bryan – Audacious Creative Magic

Rockwall Art League Presents:  Jill Allison Bryan – Audacious Creative Magic

Rockwall, TX (April 12, 2024) – Jill Allison Bryan will present “Audacious Creative Magic” Using mindset and imagination to cultivate an audacious creative spirit and pursue your creative dreams with more joy, ease and success! at our next member meeting on April 24th, 2024. During this interactive presentation you’ll learn: How stereotypes of audacity keep you from […]

Rockwall father describes going from back pain to near-death experience

Rockwall father describes going from back pain to near-death experience

Rockwall, TX (April 9, 2024) – Edward Prochaska never imagined a violent coughing attack and severe back pain signaled a rare and potentially deadly cardiac event. Thanks to immediate actions taken at Texas Health Hospital Rockwall and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, the father of four is grateful to be part of a small but […]

“Cumulative Stress and Self-Care”; a free webinar by Meals on Wheels Senior Services and Area Agency on Aging

“Cumulative Stress and Self-Care”; a free webinar by Meals on Wheels Senior Services and Area Agency on Aging

Rockwall, TX (April 1, 2024) – The experience of stress is universal, no one escapes. Therefore, developing a healthy response to stress is a skill that will serve you well throughout your life.  Some stressors are within your realm of control and can be prevented.  Other stressors are unavoidable but can be alleviated by practicing […]