Texas is transitioning from the TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) to STAAR (State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness), and the process is causing everyone a little bit of heartburn. The kids are faced with a new battery of tests that are not only timed, but more challenging due to the increased emphasis […]
(ROCKWALL-April 18, 2013) The Rockwall Women’s League will host its 34th Annual Charity Ball – Under the Big Top – from 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday, April 20 at the Fairmont in Dallas. The gala will feature an opening champagne reception, an elegant seated dinner, live and silent auctions, and dancing to the sounds of […]
(ROCKWALL-April 17, 2013) Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is the state agency charged with overseeing and providing workforce development services to employers and job seekers of Texas. TWC strengthens the Texas economy by providing the workforce development component of the Governor’s economic development strategy. Texas boasts an incredibly skilled workforce ready to attract enterprise to the Lone Star State. By […]
(ROCKWALL-April 17, 2013) Donate $25 to Heritage Christian Academy for a chance to win a new car donated by Rusty Wallis Honda Volkswagen. The drawing will be held Friday, April 19 during the HCA Black & Red Bash Annual Gala and Auction at South Fork Ranch. Winner need not be present to win. Winner may […]
(April 15, 2013) Are you a special person? This very special – and handsome – boxer is looking for you. Even though Wesley is deaf, he’s very intelligent and eager to learn new things. He craves attention, and he loves being brushed. He’s still learning how to be an indoor dog, so you’ll need a little […]
(ROCKWALL-April 15, 2013) Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall announces two registered nurses named to the list of DFW Great 100 Nurses. This year’s honorees from Texas Health Rockwall are Julia Hilton, RN, BSN, Director of Education and Lisa Perkins, RN, BSN, CEN, Post Acute Care Unit. “The Great 100 Nurses is quite an honor, and […]
Newcomers host spring tea April 11, create recycled hats (ROCKWALL-April 15, 2013) The Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends celebrated the arrival of spring at their April 11 annual “Spring Tea” held at Occasions of Stone River. The program featured the display of members’ special talents including knitting, sewing, jewelry making, engraving, quilting, art, photography, cooking […]
(April 15, 2013) The Tri County Choral Society will host its spring concert, “Rockin’ Good Times,” at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at the Royse City High School Auditorium. The Tri County Choral Society is a community choir made of up members from Rockwall, Collin and Hunt Counties. Their goal is to help promote the […]
1776 auditions, April 20-21 King & I auditions, June 8-9 (ROCKWALL-April 13, 2103) It’s audition season for Rockwall Summer Musicals. The fast-growing local theater group is looking for a few good men…women and children. Organizers are not only seeking an array of 83 actors and actresses but performers who can sing and dance throughout one […]
(ROCKWALL ISD-April 13, 2013) Rockwall High School Jacket Backers Athletic Booster Club congratulates its Athletes of the Month! LADY JACKET ATHLETE OF THE MONTH Kailea Coles has been selected as the Lady Jacket Athlete of the Month. The 12th grade member of the gymnastics team was nominated by Coach Denise Hedges and chosen by the […]