(ROCKWALL, TX — December 5, 2017) Rockwall residents have a rare opportunity to honor the children and families of fallen military heroes—men and women of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The event is called Snowball Express, and it returns next week to Shenaniganz in Rockwall for the third year […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — December 4, 2017) Congressman John Ratcliffe recently recognized four Rockwall-Heath High School students who were the winners of the 2017 Congressional App Challenge for Texas’ 4th District. Last week at his District Office located at 6531 Horizon Rd, Ratcliffe presented seniors Kyle Jackson and Jonathan Payne, Jr., and juniors Michael Bess and […]
(HEATH, TX — December 1, 2017) Heath Salon & Spa presented checks of $3,000 each to Women in Need (WIN) and Patriot Paws Service Dogs from the proceeds of its Holiday Open House fundraiser on Nov. 9. The salon welcomed representatives from both organizations to receive the donations on Tuesday, Nov. 28. The Open House […]
(HEATH, TX — November 29, 2017) John Beaman has announced his candidacy for Heath city council Place 5. Beaman has an interest in politics as well as public service and hopes to dedicate his time and efforts to the City of Heath as it continues to grow. “There are many things that make Heath a […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 29, 2017) It’s my favorite holiday, though I don’t observe it well. Maybe I could be excused for still trying to get Christmas right since it only comes once a year, or, maybe not, since I’ve had plenty of years to practice. One of my challenges is gift-giving because I’ve never […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 28, 2017) Judge Cathy Penn has announced her candidacy for the office of Rockwall County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2. With a combined 20-plus years of service to the City of Rockwall and Rockwall County, as well as other local municipalities, Judge Penn has the specialized training and experience to […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 27, 2017) We Are Rockwall brought hundreds from around the community together to enjoy a massive Thanksgiving meal at Dorris Jones Elementary School on Nov. 18. Families had their fill of turkey, ham, dressing and other favorite eats of the holiday as they enjoyed live entertainment, raffle prizes, blessing bags to […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 27, 2017) On Saturday, Nov. 18, Austin and I had the opportunity to use our best detective skills at a Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre out in Royse City. “Dismay in a Manger” is a comedy and a mystery with some old western flair. The cast traveled from the Texas Star Dinner […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 27, 2017) Friends of the Rockwall County Library 15th Annual Christmas Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, December 12, at 11:00 a.m. at The Center at Rockwall CityPlace. This annual holiday event has been SOLD OUT since early October and will feature 30 beautifully decorated tables with holiday settings created by […]
(MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX — November, 27, 2017) The McLendon-Chisholm Volunteer Fire Department (MCVFD) recently submitted a fire service contract for consideration by the McLendon-Chisholm City Council. The contract outlines a comprehensive plan to provide the city with emergency services and fire response in 2018 and is based on its June 2017 budget request to the city. […]