ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 6, 2026) — The Rockwall County Health Authority is notifying residents of a confirmed case of measles identified in Rockwall County. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) confirmed the positive test result and notified Rockwall County on the evening of February 5, 2026. Case Information The individual was likely exposed […]
Rockwall, TX (February 3, 2026) – I pulled into my driveway recently just in time to see a man on my two-story rooftop, one who certainly didn’t belong there—my 73-year-old husband. Instead of shaking my head, I should have remembered that you can’t keep a good man down. One long-ago summer morning, I peered into […]
Casual, Southern-inspired brand debuts third Texas location with opening-day mug giveaway and ribbon cutting SACHSE, TX (Feb. 3, 2026) – Huckleberry’s Breakfast and Lunch, the fast-growing brunch brand known for its Southern Cookin’ With a California Twist®, is bringing the sights, sounds and flavors of the Louisiana bayou to North Texas with the grand opening […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 2, 2026) – Spring is just around the corner, and now is the time to begin planning how to better attract hummingbirds to your garden this year. The ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common species sited in the North Texas area. They normally begin arriving in Texas between mid-March to mid-May. […]
Rockwall County, TX (January 26, 2026) – There are two contested justice positions on the March 3 primary election. One is the Court at Law while the second is the Justice of Peace. Both will be discussed in this article. For Court at Law number 1 in Rockwall County, the Judge has the responsibility to […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) My journey to homemade banana pudding started in an unexpected place. Well, it started with bananas obviously, and the recycling program from The City of Rockwall. In our house, we’re slowly adjusting to the City’s new recycling program. While I genuinely appreciate the effort (yay, Earth), the transition has required […]
Greenville, TX (January 5, 2026) — Dodie’s, the popular Cajun and seafood restaurant known for its bold flavors, lively atmosphere, and deep community roots, is headed to Downtown Greenville. Dodie’s Cajun Kitchen will open in Early Spring 2026 at 2205 Lee Street — the former Fatto a Mano space in the Greenville Farmers Market — […]
Rockwall County, TX (January 5, 2026) – I wrote this article about 15 years ago and more than one person has asked that it be repeated. Since it’s better to start the new year with a little humor, see what you think about the perils of this Marine unit in Vietnam a long time ago. […]
An Uncomplicated Blueprint for a Healthier Life: 4 Rules for Real, Sustainable Change Dallas, TX (December 29, 2025) – When the end of the year approaches, New Year’s resolutions begin to take shape. According to the Pew Research Center, about 79% of people say their resolutions concern health. And while the percentage is high, the […]
Rowlett, TX (December 29, 2025) – Our next book review will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 with Ruth Sears presenting, “Empire of the Summer Moon; Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History” by S.C. Gwynne. The first part of this historical review […]