(ROCKWALL, TX — February 28, 2019) At its partnership luncheon on Feb. 20, Rockwall Chamber of Commerce welcomed State of the City addresses from the mayors of Rockwall, Heath, Fate and McLendon-Chisholm. Here are some highlights from each of the mayors’ presentations. City of Rockwall In his State of the City presentation, Mayor Jim Pruitt […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Embrace. Mitigate. Practice. Own. Witness. Encourage. Reach. These are the words that make up the name of the newest non-profit to the Rockwall area. “Empower 7” just obtained their 501(c)3 tax-exempt nonprofit status this week and President Melanie Cobb is beyond thrilled. “In North Texas, there is an overwhelming shortage […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Dallas Christian School, a private Christian School in Mesquite with more than half of its students from the Rockwall/Heath area, is introducing a new tuition assistance program for first responders and active military. “We are very blessed in our local city of Mequite to receive tremendous attention and support from […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Rockwall ISD students from the Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy recently competed at the FCCLA/Skills Competition in Waco where they brought home many awards from multiple subject areas. Fashion Design FCCLA Fashion Design Construction Occupational Category First place – Kennedy Leath FCCLA Fashion Design Construction Senior Category First […]
(ROCKWALL, TX- Feb. 28, 2019) In anticipation of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County is leading the charge to raise awareness and prevent child abuse by encouraging the community to #GoBlueForKids. Look for local restaurants, retailers, neighbors, and even this newspaper to “go blue” with special offers […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Meals on Wheel Senior Services of Rockwall County will participate in the 17th annual March for Meals – a month-long, nationwide celebration of Meal on Wheels and our senior neighbors who rely on the vital service to remain health and independent at home. The Meals on Wheels celebration will include […]
(ROCKWALL, TX, — February 27, 2019) Holly and Johnny Lyons of Lyons Air Conditioning and Heating have poured their passion into giving back to their beloved community of Rockwall – the place they’ve called home for the past 13 years. You might even say that the call to help others runs in their blood. “We’ve […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — February 27, 2019) The Rockwall County Historical Foundation is pleased to announce the second annual American Gothic Art Auction and Dinner, scheduled for Sunday, May 5, 6-9 p.m. at Summerfield at Tate Farms (12992 Farm to Market 548, Rockwall, TX 75032). Local artists of all skill levels are invited to create their […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 27, 2019) Rockwall County Ducks Unlimited, a nonprofit organization now in its second year, welcomes both the sportsman and all interested community members to join them for their Spring Banquet from 6 to 9:45 p.m. Friday, April 5 at Big Sky Event Hall in Royse City. This local Ducks Unlimited chapter […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — February 26, 2019) This spring, Sabine Creek Ranch in Royse City (576 Sabine Creek Rd.) welcomes beginner bands, choirs and orchestras across North Texas for its 1st Annual SpringFest. The epic end-of-school-year music festival invites student musicians out for a fun-filled day of music and exciting recreational activities on the ranch’s sprawling […]