New STAR Transit fare structure launches Nov. 1

New STAR Transit fare structure launches Nov. 1

(ROCKWALL, TX — October 30, 2017) On August 15, 2017, the STAR Transit Board of Directors approved a fare restructure for all STAR Transit service areas.  Part of the restructure includes discounted or free fares for qualified seniors 60 plus, veterans and persons with disabilities.  The fare changes go into effect on November 1, 2017 […]

Thanksgiving and ‘Cinderella Man’

Thanksgiving and ‘Cinderella Man’

(ROCKWALL, TX — October 30, 2017) It’s embarrassing to say, but I still get teary-eyed when I watch Cinderella Man, and the first time I saw Russell Crowe’s portrayal of the Depression Era boxer, James J. Braddock, I was a blubbering idiot. Angie elbowed me, whispering how I needed to get ahold of myself. I […]

Lee Gilbert Announces Re-Election Bid

Lee Gilbert Announces Re-Election Bid

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Oct. 27, 2017) Lee Gilbert, Rockwall County Commissioner Precinct 2, has announced that he is running for re-election to continue his commitment to a “common sense approach to conservative government”. Since taking office in January 2015, Mr. Gilbert has advocated the lowering of property tax rates for Rockwall County for the […]

Williams Middle School Orchestra Students Advance to All-Region Orchestra

Williams Middle School Orchestra Students Advance to All-Region Orchestra

(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 27, 2017) The Williams Middle School Orchestra recently competed in the TMEA All-Region Orchestra Auditions at Allen High School. Other schools from our region include Allen, McKinney, Lovejoy, Sherman and all of Rockwall. The following WMS students were selected: Violin Carrissa Heimer Mia Vu Kyle Gibson Joseph Nguyen Viola Jessica Alvarado Leta […]

Rockwall-Heath Orchestra Earn Chairs in All-Region Orchestra

Rockwall-Heath Orchestra Earn Chairs in All-Region Orchestra

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Oct. 27, 2017) Eight students from the Rockwall-Heath High School Orchestra recently earned chairs in the Region 25 All-Region Orchestra. Students from Allen, McKinney, Wylie, Lovejoy and Rockwall ISD competed for chairs in this distinguished group. The following students earned chairs in the All-Region Orchestra: Gillian Boley – Violin Keith Boudewijn – Violin […]

Teen and mom fundraise for dysautonomia

Teen and mom fundraise for dysautonomia

(ROCKWALL, TX—October 26, 2017) Local Rockwall High School senior Regan Watson and her mom Nicole are making noise for turquoise during October, National Dysautonomia Awareness Month. On Tuesday, Oct. 24, they hosted a fundraiser at Joe Willy’s in Rockwall for Dysautonomia International, an organization dedicated to raising awareness about POTS and other similar conditions. After […]

Meet Callie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 26, 2017) Hello there, I’m Callie and I am on the search for my next fur-ever home. I enjoy spending time with my humans and I play well with my smaller foster fur-siblings (2 smaller dogs and a cat). I would love to meet you so we can be friends. I am […]

Business leaders donate $11,000 to Meals on Wheels

Business leaders donate $11,000 to Meals on Wheels

(ROCKWALL, TX – October 26, 2017) 100 Business Leaders of Rockwall County delivered checks and cash donations totaling $11,000 to Meals on Wheels of Rockwall County on Wednesday, Oct. 25. The group brings together 100 or more business leaders several times per year to hear presentations from local nonprofits. After each pitch, the business leaders […]