Annual Helping Hands Golf Tournament successfully raises money for those in need

Annual Helping Hands Golf Tournament successfully raises money for those in need

Rockwall, TX (September 14, 2023) – The 17th Annual Helping Hands Golf Tournament, held on September 8th, 2023, was a resounding success, bringing together golf enthusiasts and supporters of a great cause. Hosted at Buffalo Creek Golf Club, this year’s tournament featured an exciting Ryder Cup format, pitting the Black Team against the Blue Team […]

District Judge sentences felon to 30 years on drug charge and unlawful possession of a firearm

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 13, 2023) This week, 382nd District Judge Brett Hall sentenced Dallas County resident Keith Bernard Burkins to thirty (30) years in prison for the offenses of Possession with Intent to Deliver Cocaine in an amount of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by […]

Rowlett Reviews Book Club September 19 meeting “Pretty Reckless”

Rowlett Reviews Book Club September 19 meeting “Pretty Reckless”

Rockwall, TX (September 13, 2023) – Time to get out of the summer doldrums and start something new and interesting!  Join Rowlett Reviews Book Club and hear an exciting story/review each month, delivered by professional Dallas area (or North Texas) speakers or reviewers. This month’s program will be presented by Holly Stevens and is titled […]

Tickets go on sale Nov. 1 for Heath Holiday Home Tour

Tickets go on sale Nov. 1 for Heath Holiday Home Tour

HEATH, TX (Sept. 13, 2023) Mark your calendar! Dates have been set for the annual Heath Holiday Home Tour – a community tradition benefiting the Heath High School senior class. Beautifully decorated homes will be open to tour on Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 1 from 10:00 a.m. to […]

Meet Vito, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Vito, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Rockwall, TX (September 12, 2023) – Hi, I’m Vito! I am a 1-year old Dachshund mix pup. I’m just a little guy, only 14 pounds, so I’m learning about the big world and that it’s not a scary place after all. I’m getting more and more confident every day, and I know that with the […]

Local teacher unveils sculpture to honor 9/11 first responders

Local teacher unveils sculpture to honor 9/11 first responders

ROWLETT, TX (Sept. 11, 2023) Jon Millet, a Rowlett resident and teacher at Trinity Christian Academy (TCA) in Addison, unveiled his sculpture honoring first responders who served on September 11, 2001. In partnership with the Rowlett Arts & Humanities Commission, Millet was selected to design and build a one-of-a-kind sculpture commemorating the bravery of first […]

Rockwall Art League September meeting featuring demo artist Jessica Fuentes

Rockwall Art League September meeting featuring demo artist Jessica Fuentes

Rockwall, TX (September 11, 2023) – Please, join us on Wednesday, September 27, for our free Member Meeting. We are excited to welcome Jessica Fuentes as our featured demo artist for September. Jessica will talk about her professional experience as an arts administrator, her work as an artist, and the award-winning pieces from the Rockwall […]

Rockwall ISD 6th grader donates contest winnings to local animal shelter

Rockwall ISD 6th grader donates contest winnings to local animal shelter

HEATH, TX (Sept. 9, 2023) In an inspiring turn of events at a back-to-school lock-in party for 6th graders, Rockwall ISD student Rachel Gilmore emerged as the winner of a “heads or tails” contest, converting her prize into a meaningful donation. Rachel was awarded a $100 prize, which she enthusiastically chose to donate to the […]

First Baptist Church Heath to host Fall-O-Ween Jesus trunk-or-treat event

First Baptist Church Heath to host Fall-O-Ween Jesus trunk-or-treat event

HEATH, TX (Sept. 8, 2023) Are you Fall-O-Ween Jesus? First Baptist Church of Heath, located at 224 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032, invites the community to their annual Fall Festival, 4:30 to 7 p.m Sunday, Oct. 29. The event promises fun for the whole family with activities including hayrides, bounce houses, games, cake walk, trunk-or-treat, […]

Lone Star CASA Gears Up for North Texas Giving Day

Lone Star CASA Gears Up for North Texas Giving Day

Rockwall, TX (September 8, 2023) – North Texas Giving Day, the largest community-wide giving event in the region, is set to rally support and raise funds for non-profit organizations that are making a significant impact on the local community. Taking place on September 21, 2023, this annual event provides a unique opportunity for individuals, businesses, […]