Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Time Stamps

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Time Stamps

ROCKWALL, TX (July 18, 2025) I am still the age of ten within. I feel my youth, in a body that is well into the last third of life. My thoughts are better cultivated now; perspectives developed from years of soaring and sometimes plodding through. My spirit remains a tanned, towheaded sprite leaping from the dock […]

The Rose Table brings a fin-tastic shark themed party to the pool

The Rose Table brings a fin-tastic shark themed party to the pool

Rockwall, TX (July 17, 2025) – Just when you thought it was safe….. to host a party. Looking for party ideas and recipes for the ultimate Shark Pool Party inspired by Jaws? You found it! We’re diving into coastal glamour and making our own Amity Island with a shark-themed pool party inspired by Jaws. The […]

Op-Ed Message from the Desk of Rep. Pat Fallon: ICEblock app puts men and women of federal law enforcement at risk

Op-Ed Message from the Desk of Rep. Pat Fallon: ICEblock app puts men and women of federal law enforcement at risk

By Rep. Pat Fallon ROCKWALL, TX (July 11, 2025) You may have seen the recent, startling statistics that federal and ICE agents have experienced a 690 percent increase in the number of assaults committed against them in the first six months of last year.  It’s no secret that this is a result of an uptick […]

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Our area is full of military heroes!

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Our area is full of military heroes!

Rockwall, TX (July 7, 2025) – This is the story of a local man and events that happened over 50 years ago. But it’s important that we remember this hero and others like him in America today. Many aspects of the military are confusing to people. Just the appearance of a person in uniform and […]

Monthly caregiver support program now offered in Rockwall

Monthly caregiver support program now offered in Rockwall

Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County and Right at Home partner to provide support and information to caregivers. Rockwall County (July 3, 2025) – We are excited to announce a caregiver support program in Rockwall! Right at Home, In-Home Care and Assistance, and Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County are partnering […]

An easy start to canning from your garden

An easy start to canning from your garden

Rockwall County (June 27, 2025) – Many people’s first venture into canning is either through pickles or jams because they are nearly failsafe when following the recommended guidelines for preserving foods. My first start was pickled jalapeños and to this day it is still a staple in my cupboard. I’m going to give a step […]

On Faith by Patti Richter: Patriots, Saints, and Sinners – 1700’s and Now

On Faith by Patti Richter: Patriots, Saints, and Sinners – 1700’s and Now

Rockwall, TX (June 29, 2025) – All boom and no doom. Americans love fireworks—the sounds of war without its destruction. We delight in patriotic events that, for most of us, require no national duty. Patriotism is defined by love for one’s country, best displayed by courage and self-sacrifice during times of threat. On the unpretty […]

Cooking with Ease: Sweet Land of Liberty (and S’mores)

Cooking with Ease: Sweet Land of Liberty (and S’mores)

Rockwall, TX (June 26, 2025) – Independence Day is more than a holiday. It’s truly a time to reflect, celebrate, and reaffirm the core values that define our nation. As we gather to honor this meaningful day, I want to use my voice to remind us all of the core values of the United States, […]

Communicating with Healthcare Providers: Online resources for caregivers

Communicating with Healthcare Providers: Online resources for caregivers

Rockwall, TX (June 2, 2025) – Being confused, anxious, and overwhelmed is common when communicating with healthcare providers. When you are a primary caregiver for someone, a layer of concern often arises, as there is a balance between respecting the person receiving care and the responsibility of providing and obtaining accurate information so that the […]