(ROCKWALL, TX – May 11, 2015) My dad has always got the press. Having served on the Tennessee Governor’s cabinet, as well as 20 years in the State House of Representatives, he was a giant in our community, and a hero in my life. Yet, as they say, “the hand that rocks the cradle is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 5, 2015) A larger-than-life-sized statue of former Republican Congressman Ralph M. Hall was unveiled Sunday, May 3, at the Rockwall County Courthouse. Below are a few photos from the unveiling — and just added — our follow-up story from the event: Former Republican Congressman Ralph Hall received quite the birthday present when […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 11, 2015) Rockwall ISD hosted its annual Teacher of the Year Banquet Friday at the Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront. The evening is designed to honor the teachers of the year from each of the 19 campuses and announce the one elementary teacher and one secondary teacher chosen to be the District […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 11, 2015) Residents may now address the Rockwall City Council at both monthly meetings on any matter not already included on the published agenda. At the May 4th meeting, City Council members agreed to accept public input at both regularly scheduled Council meetings on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 11, 2015) The Rockwall Founders Day Festival is this Saturday, May 16, and the Rockwall County Historical Foundation will celebrate by offering the first-time “lease” of 64 parcels (limit two per family) of the Cotton Patch, located on the RCHF & Museum grounds at Harry Myers Park, 901 Washington St. Guest […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – May 8, 2015) As a teacher for over 33-years, I have seen my share of incredible mothers who always put their children first. I have spent years watching tears flow when my kindergarten students handed their mom a clay pot with a flower in it, a sentimental poem about them being so […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 8, 2015) Rockwall High School student Alexandra Schrader has been selected by the Rockwall Art League to receive its annual $1000 scholarship. The RAL’S Tom Collins Fine Art Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior pursuing a career in 2-D, 3-D, graphic arts or an art-related field requiring higher […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 7, 2015) Rockwall High School Head Football Coach Rodney Webb and the Rockwall Yellowjacket Football Team are proud to announce their third annual spring food drive for Rockwall County Helping Hands. In conjunction with spring practice and culminating with Spring Swarm on Wednesday, May 20, the football boys will strive to […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 7, 2015) Fifth grader Amelie Faucon was the lucky winner from The Fulton School’s annual gala to be Head of School for the day. Amelie got to shadow Dr. Hopkins all day and make important decisions, attend meetings, and supervise the Upper School at lunch time. Submitted by Megan Gray, Fulton […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 7, 2015) The Rockwall County Republican Women will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, May 11, 2015 at Harry Meyers Community Center. The organization will present scholarships to three deserving young ladies. Priscylla Bento, a previous scholarship recipient, will be the guest speaker. A Mexican Fiesta will be served at 6:30. Submitted […]