(ROCKWALL, TX — November 6, 2017) Lt. Governor Dan Patrick appointed Senator Bob Hall to the Senate Select Committee on Election Security on Nov. 3. This committee has been charged with reviewing voting security protocols, as well as the responsibilities and duties of members of the Electoral College. Specifically, the committee shall examine the use […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 3, 2017) Congressman John Ratcliffe (R-Tx 4th Dist.) just concluded a surprise presentation of the Lone Star Award honoring Dr. Stan Lowrance’s charitable dental care provided to a veteran. The veteran’s dental problems were a side effect of VA-provided cancer treatment, but VA dental care is only available to those with […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – November 3, 2017) The Rockwall Noon Rotary recognized Leila Mendiola, a 6th grader at Rochell Elementary School, as the Rotary Student of Honor this week. Rotarian David Sweet presented Mendiola with the award at the Noon Rotary’s meeting on Thursday, Nov. 2. Rochell Elementary School Principal Kelli Crossland shared a few words […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – November 3, 2017) Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor honored seven graduating military veterans of the Patriot Paws Service Dogs program this afternoon by treating them to a free luncheon at the restaurant. The veterans and their canine companions joined Patriot Paws trainers and staff for some delicious food prior to the […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 3, 2017) Action taken by Rockwall County Commissioners Court could lead to the county saving about $3.7 million in interest on almost $27 million in tax bonds. The vote taken by commissioners during their Oct. 24 regular meeting unanimously approved a resolution that authorized preliminary action involving the proposed issuance of […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 3, 2017) Rep. John Ratcliffe’s (R-Texas) Strengthening State and Local Cyber Crime Fighting Act of 2017 (H.R. 1616) was signed into law on Nov. 2 by President Trump. The law provides state and local law enforcement with the tools and training they need to combat cybercrime and protect our communities. It […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 2, 2017) I’ve been married for a little over a month now, and I’ve gotta say it’s the best thing ever! I can still vividly recall the feelings of excitement and nervousness I felt as I sat in the Groom’s Room in the Chestnut Square Wedding Chapel in McKinney. I found […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – November 2, 2017) Now that Jesse Vaughn has a new kidney, he has another need. “Help me thank God for Carl Alsabrook,” Vaughn said, referring to the man—city manager of Royse City and former Rockwall police officer—who donated a kidney for his Oct. 6 transplant surgery. “He’s an incredible human being,” said […]
Community recognizes war veterans (ROCKWALL, TX — November 2, 2017) On the wall across from the theater room at Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living hang honorary plaques for each of the residents who served in the military, surrounding two words that embody their sacrifice for our country: “Our Heroes.” This is the Wall of […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – November 2, 2017) With their capes billowing behind them in the cool morning breeze, community members soared down the trails of Harry Myers Park clad in superhero garb to support abused and neglected children during the Lone Star CASA Superhero 5K/Fun Run on Oct. 28. The 9th annual event had a new […]