Rockwall, TX (August 13, 2024) – It is back-to-school time again. One of my favorite seasons of the year because it also means fall, football, pumpkins, and cool weather. I especially appreciate a quick and easy comfort meal this time of year. One of my go-to’s is Easy Chicken Pot Pie. I don’t love canned […]
Rockwall, TX (August 12, 2024) – For 95 years, our chamber has been dedicated to fostering economic growth, supporting local businesses, and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. I love being able to spotlight and encourage collaboration of our locals to remember to keep it real…real LOCAL! Supporting Local Businesses Local businesses are […]
“I think that I shall never see A poem as lovely as a tree. A tree whose hungry mouth is pressed Against the earth’s sweet flowing breast” ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 1, 2024) The beautiful opening stanzas of Joyce Kilmer’s poem, “Trees.” God bless my high school English literature teacher, Mrs. Cohen. She had such high […]
Fate, TX (July 26, 2024) – I am drinking coffee from my Finnish cup. Espresso really, with a thick mound of foamed half and half crowning the hot, strong brew. Just one cup. This is not an indication of any resolute self-discipline, it’s just that the double shot satisfies me for the day. This cup […]
Rockwall County (July 22, 2024) – Explosive growth is hitting all through Rockwall County. Witness what is currently happening just in the area of traffic. If you decide to go into Dallas, or over to Rowlett, you had best be prepared for either a 5 minute or a 45-minute trip just to get across “The […]
Rockwall, TX (June 28, 2024) – No disease was needed to shut down April-May classes and commencement ceremonies this year. It appears that illnesses of the emotional type are equally contagious. Those staples of modern American culture—offense and outrage—so easily feed these epidemics. It’s no surprise that college students have the vigor needed to sustain […]
Rockwall, TX (June 26, 2024) – As we all know, Rockwall is growing at a rapid pace. We are finding new faces in all the places. I married a native Rockwallian and moved to Tate Farms in 2017. I left behind a 5-minute drive to my favorite coffee shop, a weekly mall date with my […]
Rockwall, TX (June 26, 2024) – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to serve as the DMO (Destination Marketing Organization) for the City of Rockwall. It is operated as Visit Rockwall and we are excited to announce our pursuit of the Tourism Friendly Community designation, a new initiative designed to foster tourism as […]
Rockwall, TX (June 25, 2024) – Planning your 4th of July celebration? The Rose Table’s Patriotic Pool Party has tons of festive ideas. Adorned with flags and patriotic touches, a firework tablecloth adds excitement to any table. For the flowers, style white roses, blue hydrangeas, and red carnations for a gorgeous red-white-and-blue arrangement. For the […]
Rockwall, TX (June 25, 2024) – Historically, our summers are hot and dry which takes a toll on the garden, as well as us! In the blast furnace we affectionately call home, the name of the game is often just keeping things alive. Between dealing with the heat, watering issues, and plants not producing – […]