Rockwall Heritage Christian Academy’s Rally the Eagle performs in Citrus Bowl

Rockwall Heritage Christian Academy’s Rally the Eagle performs in Citrus Bowl

(ROCKWALL, TX — January 4, 2018) Wyatt Ashlock, as Rally the Eagle from Rockwall Heritage Christian Academy, recently performed in the Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida on January 1, 2018. Wyatt was invited to perform in the pre-game performance as an All-American Mascot from the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) summer camp, under […]

Rep. Ratcliffe announces Lorie Grinnan’s completion of service

Rep. Ratcliffe announces Lorie Grinnan’s completion of service

(ROCKWALL, TX — January 3, 2018) Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) announced today the completion of Regional Representative Lorie Grinnan’s service in his Rockwall district office. “Lorie is a recognized leader in the Rockwall community with nearly two decades of public service, and I’ve been incredibly grateful for her hard work and dedication as an invaluable […]

God’s Purpose in Dementia and Melancholia

God’s Purpose in Dementia and Melancholia

(ROCKWALL, TX — January 1, 2018) Mary, Joseph, and the Baby Jesus are all put away.  Even the Santa Clauses, snowmen, silk poinsettias and greenery are stowed ‘til after Thanksgiving ’18.  I get melancholy when I put all those things away.  Most of the doodahs (that’s what my family calls them.  They are sometimes referred […]

Gilding the Lily

Gilding the Lily

(ROCKWALL, TX — December 25, 2017) Have you ever heard the phrase, gilding the lily?  It’s a term that comes to my mind often, especially when I’m decorating for Christmas.  My mantel or my dining room table can always stand up under one more bit of bling, something sparkly and reflective. It’s hard to guild […]

STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays

STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays

(ROCKWALL, TX–December 22, 2017) STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays.   STAR Transit’s offices will be closed Friday, 12/22 (In observance of Christmas Eve), Monday, 12/25 (Christmas Day) and Monday, 1/1 (New Year’s Day).  This includes On Demand Service, the Kaufman Trolley, The Link and Terrell Fixed Routes 803 and 804.   STAR […]

Brushy Creek resident wins McLendon-Chisholm Holiday Lighting Contest

Brushy Creek resident wins McLendon-Chisholm Holiday Lighting Contest

(MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX — December 22, 2017) The winning home 1212 Artesia Lane, located in the Brushy Creek subdivision of McLendon-Chisholm was decorated by owners Gordon H. Varney and Stephanie Sealey. A yard sign listed what channel to turn your radio to and it was a real treat to watch all of the lights dazzle with […]

McLendon-Chisholm Volunteer Fire Department rejects proposed volunteer-only contract

McLendon-Chisholm Volunteer Fire Department rejects proposed volunteer-only contract

(MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX — December 21, 2017) The McLendon-Chisholm Volunteer Fire Department (MCVFD) rejected the city council’s proposed contract for volunteer response only fire service. MCVFD rejected the proposal because it will cripple the department and adversely affect the safety of families in McLendon- Chisholm. The MCVFD now plans to continue to offer the same level […]

Wreaths Across America honors fallen veterans

Wreaths Across America honors fallen veterans

(ROCKWALL, TX — December 21, 2017) Rest Haven Funeral Home and Memorial Park and the Civil Air Patrol Lakeshore Squadron invited the community to place wreaths atop the graves of fallen military members in their honor during Wreaths Across America Day on Dec. 16. Wreaths Across America was founded by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in […]