Rockwall YMCA Angel Campers end summer camp with boot scootin’ party

Rockwall YMCA Angel Campers end summer camp with boot scootin’ party

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 27, 2015) The kids of JER Chilton YMCA’s Angel Camp program donned their cowboy best for a rootin’ tootin’ time at a cowboy-themed dance party marking the end of summer camp on Friday. Cardboard replicas of John Wayne and other assorted western-themed décor were scattered around the YMCA’s gymnasium. Chiloso’s in […]

Rockwall’s new Chief of Police selected

Rockwall’s new Chief of Police selected

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 14, 2015) Assistant Chief of Police Kirk Riggs has been selected as the new leader of the Rockwall Police Department.  Current Chief Mark Moeller is retiring after 13 years of service to Rockwall and a 38 year career in law enforcement. City Manager, Rick Crowley, interviewed several highly qualified applicants for […]

Rockwall resident wins Presidential Service Award, crowned Mrs United America

Rockwall resident wins Presidential Service Award, crowned Mrs United America

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 15, 2015) Rockwall resident Crystal White, who was crowned Mrs. Texas United America in 2014, has now earned the national title of Mrs United America – along with a Presidential Service Award for her volunteer efforts. Crystal has dedicated her free time to numerous nonprofit organizations around the state of Texas.  […]

Ambassadors at Buffalo Creek to host golf tournament benefiting Helping Hands

ROCKWALL,TX. (July 21, 2015) On September 14, the Ambassadors at Buffalo Creek will host their annual golf tournament benefiting Rockwall County Helping Hands. This tournament has consistently been a source of fun, camaraderie, and a key fundraiser for the critical assistance agency. The 2015 Ambassadors Golf Tournament will be held at the Buffalo Creek Golf Club, 625 Country Club […]

Rockwall County Newcomers elect new officers

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX. (July 21, 2015) The Rockwall County Newcomers and Friend Club recently elected officers for 2015-2016. Officers are: President Robyn Liane, 1st Vice President/Programs Mary Thacker, 2nd Vice President/Membership Barbara Bowman, Treasurer Audrey Baxley, and Secretary Jo Anderson. The first luncheon meeting of the new year will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 10th […]

Royse City Chamber Casino for a Cause at Southern Junction

ROYSE CITY,TX. (July 21, 2015) The Royse City Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Casino for a Cause & Silent Auction beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday, August 7 at Southern Junction Nightclub and Steakhouse in Royse City. (Please note the venue has changed from Big Sky Event Hall). The cost is $50/person and includes […]

Dine & Learn: Rest Haven to host informational program, catered dinner

(ROYSE CITY, TX – July 21, 2015) Rest Haven will host a Community Outreach Educational Program offering information about funeral options, how to control and lock in costs, Medicaid/SSI eligibility and more. The program will be offered on two different nights: Tuesday, August 4 and Thursday, August 13, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the […]

Restaurants unveiled, reservations open for DFW Restaurant Week

DALLAS, TX (July 13, 2015) The official list of participating restaurants has been unveiled and reservations are now open for the summer’s hottest dining event, the 18th annual DFW Restaurant Week presented by Central Market. Dine out to enjoy delicious three-course prix fixe dinners ($35 or $45) and two course lunches ($20), discover more than 125 […]