Rains County woman throws hat in ring for Congress, looking to unseat Ratcliffe

Rains County woman throws hat in ring for Congress, looking to unseat Ratcliffe

Campaign Kickoff Party for Catherine Krantz 4-6pm Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Londoner Pub in downtown Rockwall (Dec. 10, 2017) Catherine Krantz, a small business owner and dedicated community volunteer, has announced her candidacy for the United States House of Representatives in the 4th District of Texas.  The Rains County Democrat will be looking to […]

$6.8 million dollars approved for Fate roads

(FATE, TX – Dec. 8, 2017) Fate City Council approved a $6.8-million-dollar investment on road repairs and construction during the Monday, December 4 City Council meeting.  Several projects included are the reconstruction of the railroad crossing at Riding Club Road, Ben Payne Road and at the FM 551/HWY 66 intersection.  Rochelle Road will receive crack […]

The Magic of the Nutcracker: Rockwall Dance Academy presents first ballet production

(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 8, 2017) Rockwall Dance Academy proudly showcased their talented dancers in the studio’s very first ballet production of The Nutcracker on Saturday, December 2nd in the Performing Arts Center of North Forney High School. The ballet was under the direction of Emily Hatch. “Since I was a little girl I’ve always loved […]

Rockwall’s Shumake to race against world’s elite in BMW Dallas Marathon

Rockwall’s Shumake to race against world’s elite in BMW Dallas Marathon

(ROCKWALL, TX – December 7, 2017) Rockwall High School senior Austin Shumake (18) will join 25 of Dallas/Ft. Worth’s top high school distance runners to compete against elite marathoners in the BMW Dallas Marathon on Sunday, Dec. 10. Now in its 47th running, the marquee race attracts runners from across the globe and hundreds of […]

Charity Bake Sale for In-Sync Exotics aims for $200,000

Charity Bake Sale for In-Sync Exotics aims for $200,000

(DALLAS, TX — December 6, 2017) The 10th Charity Bake Sale benefiting In-Sync Exotics is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 11, in the lobby of the Premier Place (Merrill Lynch) building from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm or sell-out, whichever comes first. 100% of the proceeds will go to In-Sync Exotics of Wylie, Texas. The previous […]

Meet Giblets, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Giblets, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 6, 2017) Hello, I’m Giblets and I am in search of a fur-ever home. I’m cute as a button and ready to make memories with my new human. I’m neutered, up-to-date on shots, and microchipped. My adoption donation is $150. I’m heartworm positive but don’t worry, Rockwall Pets will pay for […]

Photos with Santa at Ebby Halliday Dec. 9

Photos with Santa at Ebby Halliday Dec. 9

(ROCKWALL, TX — December 6, 2017) Santa Claus is coming to town and he’s making a stop at Ebby Halliday Realtors this weekend! Bring the kiddos for photos with Santa at Ebby’s Rockwall South Office (2900 Ridge Rd) from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, and enjoy great company, snacks and holiday […]

Rockwall YMCA: ‘Not just sports, but sportsmanship’

Rockwall YMCA: ‘Not just sports, but sportsmanship’

(ROCKWALL, TX – December 4, 2017) Winter sports season at the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA gets underway this week as the Little Ballers and Youth Basketball League begin practice at various Rockwall ISD facilities. In January, these 836 young athletes will be shooting hoops on brand new wood flooring that is currently being installed in the […]