Kaufman & Rockwall, TX (October 16, 2025) — Lone Star CASA had the joy of celebrating the adoption of 17-year-old Lilo at the Grayson County Courthouse. Lilos’s journey through foster care is one of extraordinary resilience, healing, and hope. Lilo’s path was not without setbacks, including the heartbreak of a failed adoption. Yet, with consistent […]
Royse City, TX (September 17, 2025) – The Royse City ISD Athletic Department, in partnership with Dave Campbell’s Texas Football and Optimum, is proud to announce that Sharon Newton has been recognized as a Community Connector. This award celebrates individuals who are making a difference in their community. Sharon Newton, who has been with Royse […]
Rockwall, TX (September 16, 2025) — The Kiwanis Club of Rockwall is inviting the community to its Kiwanis Kickoff, the first meeting of the new fiscal year, taking place on October 21, 2025. This special open house is designed to introduce residents to the wide variety of programs, projects, and service opportunities the club provides throughout Rockwall […]
In the backyard of his Heath home on the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, Lorne Liechty shares a celebratory moment with country music legend Pat Green as a spectacular fireworks display lights up the night sky. Every now and then, you find yourself at a gathering that isn’t just a birthday party—it’s a reflection of […]
Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2025) – It has been 24 years since the attacks on September 11, 2001. For the past 12 years, a 9/11 Memorial Run in Rockwall has exemplified the 9/11 motto “We Will Never Forget!”. This year the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) invites those who would like to continue fulfilling the […]
Rockwall County (August 15, 2025) – My fascination with decennial birthdays began when I turned 10 and thought it was cool that I had two digits in my age! I turned 20 while in college, and what I remember of that night I won’t discuss here! I was terrified that I was getting old when […]
Dennis Lewis celebrates with his wife, Clarissa, at ASA’s annual awards night. Rockwall, TX (August 12, 2025) – The American Subcontractors Association – North Texas Chapter (ASA-NTC) has presented its distinguished Impact Award to Rockwall’s own Dennis Lewis, Vice President of Potter Concrete, Ltd., an Irving-based concrete subcontractor. The honor — awarded only four times […]
Shared from the family of Jerry Mack Packer ROCKWALL, TX (Aug 5, 2025) It is with deeply heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Mack Packer, 83, of McLendon-Chisholm, TX. Jerry passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025 at his home in Rockwall, surrounded by the love of his family. Jerry was a […]
Dennis Lewis poses with Casey Troxclair, American Subcontractors Association-North Texas Chapter President, after being recognized by his peers in the construction industry. Rockwall leader recognized for decades of service to the construction industry and community ROCKWALL, TX (July 18, 2025) The American Subcontractors Association – North Texas Chapter (ASA-NTC) has presented its distinguished Impact Award […]
Rockwall, TX (July 10, 2025) – Each year, YMCA branches across the country recognize an outstanding “Father of the Year” and following numerous nominations, J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall announces their recipient – Brian Ortiz! “There are dads, and then there are goal dads,” says brother, Edward. “Brian is the the kind of father every […]