Construction Zone: YMCA grows with Rockwall community

ROCKWALL, TX (March 22, 2014) By the time this article is published, the familiar entrance to the YMCA at 1210N. Goliadin Rockwall will have been leveled, making way for a 12,000 sq. ft. addition. The expansion project is part of a nearly $5 million master plan, made possible by the generous donation of local businessman JER […]

Thai dance troupe to perform in Rockwall

Thai dance troupe to perform in Rockwall

ROCKWALL (March 22, 2014) A taste of Thailand is coming to Rockwall.  On Sunday, April 6, 2014, at 7pm,  First Christian Church will host a dance/drama troupe from Payap University in Chiang Mai,Thailand. The performance is free to the public; however, there will be an opportunity to donate toward the cost of transportation for the […]

Rockwall Culinary Arts students do ‘grate’ at state

Rockwall Culinary Arts students do ‘grate’ at state

Restaurant management team members each earn $50,500 in scholarships, head to nationals in May! Culinary team members cook up excellent finish at state, each take home $23,500 scholarships ROCKWALL, TEXAS (March 15, 2014) Two teams in the Rockwall Culinary Arts program recently competed in the Texas ProStart state finals – an honor achieved by first placing within […]

Take the time

Time is fleeting. One minute is here and then it’s gone. Time cannot be captured; it’s like trying to grasp the wind realizing that it just slips through our hands. The clock ticks…and continues to tick, as we speak. Time lost cannot be recuperated; it only becomes memories—good or bad. As a single, empty-nest parent, […]

Easter Pup-A-Palooza at Herfurth Park

ROWLETT, TX (March 21, 2014) Join the Rowlett Parks and Recreation department at the Easter Pup-A-Palooza where dogs of all sizes are invited to hunt for eggs filled with doggie treats and special prize eggs. You won’t want to miss the special fun games or the prizes. The event will be 2 to 4 p.m. […]

Nebbie Williams recognizes Science Fair winners

Nebbie Williams recognizes Science Fair winners

ROCKWALL, TX (March 20, 2014) Nebbie Williams Elementary recently hosted its first Science Fair.  Participation was optional for all students, but about 60 students participated. Volunteers from the  Perot   Museum  acted as judges for the event.  1st – 3rd place was awarded for each grade level.  A champion of combined grade levels was awarded and an overall grand champion […]

Texas Health Presbyterian Rockwall educates public on colon cancer awareness

ROCKWALL, TX (March 20, 2014) Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall reminds area residents that March is Colon Cancer Awareness month.  Recognizing the importance of education on this topic the hospital developed an initiative to help reduce the stigma or fear associated with this disease. The hospital campaign, Rid Rockwall of Colon Cancer, urges preventative treatment […]

Rockwall firefighters deliver Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors

Rockwall firefighters deliver Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 20, 2014) Rockwall firefighters helped deliver meals to homebound seniors today as part of Meals on Wheels Senior Services’ National Community Champion Day and the March for Meals campaign. Firefighters arrived in their emergency vehicles, and presented the seniors with handshakes, hugs and a nutritious meal. “In this tough economy, the […]

Rockwall Newcomers learn about Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden

ROCKWALL, TX (March 20, 2014) Rockwall County Newcomers and Friends recently welcomed Margaret Duncan, Program Coordinator for the Dallas Arboretum. Margaret presented a program March 13 on the new Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden. Margaret, a retired fourth grade teacher, is a docent at the DeGolyer House and former Chairman of the Docent Board. She volunteers […]