ROCKWALL, TX (June 3, 2024) The City of Rockwall is pleased to announce that Clarence L. Jorif was elected as the new Mayor Pro Tem on Monday, May 20, 2024. Mr. Jorif expressed his dedication to the community, stating, “As Mayor Pro Tem, I humbly accept the privilege to further dedicate myself to the people […]
Rockwall, TX (June 3, 2024) – Our final Stingerette Senior Spotlight is our Captain, Jolie Wilkerson. Jolie is the daughter of Lori and Brian Wilkerson and a three-year member of the team. Jolie is also the 2023-2024 Miss High Kick. As a junior, Jolie was a Lieutenant on the officer line. She has been a […]
Rockwall, TX (June 3, 2024) – I recently attended a funeral where friends and family gave their respect to a fallen friend and family member. While there, I wondered if any of the participants had ever been part of a funeral for a military person? The rendering of military funeral honors is a way to […]
Dallas, TX (June 3, 2024) – Registration opened Saturday June 1st, for the 57th Annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot, presented by Texas Health. The Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot is a North Texas tradition that takes place each year on Thanksgiving morning. Participants can choose to run or walk the race in-person in Downtown Dallas on Thursday, […]
Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Sunday, April 28th, at the Parrish House prior to the launch of National Foster Care Month. This event served to celebrate and honor the dedication of CASA’s Volunteer Advocates who make a resounding difference in […]
Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Our next Stingerette Senior Spotlight is First Lieutenant, Hadley Daffin. She is the daughter of Lindsey and Jeff Daffin and a three-year member of the team. Hadley is also this year’s Miss Jump Splits. In her junior year, Hadley held the rank of Lieutenant. She was a member of […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 31, 2024) Cathy Hovey, a Chandlers Landing resident, is excited about the 5th Annual Garden Tour in Chandlers Landing on Saturday, June 1st from 10 am – 2 pm. Rain date is Sunday, June 2nd from 1-4 pm. Cathy will be giving away (while they last) FREE succulent ice plant clippings at […]
Rockwall, TX (May 30, 2024) – Highland Meadows Health & Rehab is excited to announce their sponsorship of the upcoming Rockwall Clay Shoot on May 31, 2024. Hosted by the Rockwall Rotary, the Clay Shoot raises funds to provide scholarships for Rockwall ISD students and support their community-oriented mission in Rockwall County. “The Rockwall Rotary […]
Rockwall, TX (May 30, 2024) – Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management will test the IPAWS system on June 28th. On this date, you may receive a wireless emergency alert on your cell phone. The alert will say “Test: RCOEM is testing IPAWS visit rockwallcountytexas.com/1261 for more info. Test over.” What is IPAWS IPAWS, or […]
Rockwall, TX (May 30, 2024) – A small gesture is making a big difference for young patients at Texas Health Hospital Rockwall. Project Linus, a national nonprofit, supplies handmade blankets to the hospital for children who are ill or may have experienced a traumatic situation. “Children often feel scared or overwhelmed when they arrive at […]