In the Pink Luncheon for breast cancer education, prevention

In the Pink Luncheon for breast cancer education, prevention

(ROCKWALL/ROWLETT – Sept 27, 2013) The 4th Annual IN THE PINK Luncheon, hosted by Lake Pointe Health Network, will be noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, October 3 at the Hilton at The Harbor. Net proceeds from the event will benefit community outreach, education and enhanced coverage for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer in […]

Rockwall’s Community Wellness Day Oct 5

Event includes ‘Ultimate Recycling Day’ benefiting the Rockwall Rotary Club (Rockwall) September 26, 2013 – Rockwall’s Community Wellness Day is part of a FREE national event that focuses on providing helpful information to community members on issues that are critical to the total wellness of residents. Community Wellness Day activities are set for noon to 3 […]

$5 FRIDAY is back at Dodie’s at The Harbor

$5 FRIDAY is back at Dodie’s at The Harbor

(ROCKWALL – September 23, 2013) Dodie’s Cajun Diner introduced its new chef-inspired lunch menu with a $5 Friday special two weeks ago. It was such a phenomenal success that they’ve decided to do it again! Dine at Dodie’s at The Harbor between 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Friday, Sept. 27 and your lunch entree […]

Container Gardening with Rockwall Master Gardeners

Container Gardening with Rockwall Master Gardeners

(ROCKWALL- Sept 23, 2013) Imagine a beautiful container overflowing with ornamental grasses, autumn hued mums and a selection of trailing vines. Gardeners often dream of creating a sensational seasonal container garden with flowers and foliage whose colors, textures and forms combine for beauty in a little space. Actually, creating such a garden is easier than it […]

What to do when the competition moves in down the street

(ROCKWALL – September 22, 2013) Good news: Rockwall and Rowlett have growing economies. In Rockwall, the Trend Tower is going up swiftly.  Retail centers and restaurants are popping up.  Big stores with big names seem to be appearing on every corner. New banks are opening, and local ones are growing.  In Rowlett, there’s a four-story […]

Dick’s Last Resort to host charity dinner event benefiting Exchange Club of East Dallas

Dick’s Last Resort to host charity dinner event benefiting Exchange Club of East Dallas

Enjoy full buffet, open bar & live music while giving back to local kids (DALLAS – Sept. 19, 2013) Come to Dick’s Last Resort in Dallas Tuesday, Sept. 24 and be part of a good time for a good cause. From 6:30 to 9 p.m., Dick’s Last Resort will host its annual charity fundraiser benefiting the […]

‘Goliath Catfish’ spotted in Rockwall

‘Goliath Catfish’ spotted in Rockwall

(ROCKWALL – Sept. 18, 2013) A Goliath Catfish has been spotted in Rockwall. Not a mysterious Chernobyl-grown, bottom feeder or a freakishly big Flathead, but the young adult novel penned by Rockwall teacher and coach, Scott Gill. Goliath Catfish is set in 1940’s Memphis and tells the story of Albert McClune, a big kid who longs […]

Heath Community Senior Health Fair Wednesday

(Rockwall County / Heath) Sept 17, 2013 – There will be a FREE Heath Community Senior Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the Heath Community Room, 200 Laurence Drive in Heath. The event is open to all seniors, family members and residents who are interested in learning more about […]

‘I Believe in Heaven’

‘I Believe in Heaven’

Book Review by Patti Richter I Believe In Heaven: Real Stories from the Bible, History and Today Written by Cecil Murphey & Twila Belk          Heaven will be the ultimate healing. I think that’s why I enjoyed the new book, I Believe in Heaven, even more than its companion volume, I Believe […]

Rockwall author to celebrate new book with launch party, signing at Barnes & Noble

Rockwall author to celebrate new book with launch party, signing at Barnes & Noble

(Rockwall) September 11, 2013 – Join local author Anne Mateer as she celebrates the release of her third novel, A Home for My Heart, with a book launch and signing party from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, September 14 at Barnes & Noble Firewheel. The historical fiction writer’s other books include Wings of a Dream and […]