Dallas, TX (January 17, 2024) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is preparing for a rush of new memberships over the next few weeks, according to Kimberly Graber, Association Director of Personal Training. For some, the new year means new goals, and oftentimes it involves becoming healthier or improving one’s fitness. “With endless diet trends and ‘quick fixes’ it can be difficult to figure out where to start. […]
Rockwall, TX (January 17, 2024) – Rockwall residents will soon see a couple of rate increases on their City of Rockwall Utility bills. According to the solid waste contract with longtime partner, Republic Services, the rates for garbage and recycling will increase 3% for residents and businesses. This translates to an increase of $.65 per […]
Wylie, TX (December 17, 2024) – Service to others does not always have to mean serving people! When Amelia King was looking for a project for her Eagle Scout Award, she had cats in mind. BIG CATS! She had visited the sanctuary once before with her family and loved seeing the cats as well as […]
Rockwall, TX (January 16, 2024) – Hi, my name is Messi! I am a 4-year old, 60 pound boy with so much love to give. I love to run around the yard and play with my foster siblings, but if my foster mom sits down, I assume it’s time to cuddle and will jump straight […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 12, 2024) Meals on Wheels Senior Services (MOWSS) announced it is the recipient of its first grant from the Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation, which funds a range of social service needs across North Texas, including Rockwall County. The awarded funding will go directly to the Nutrition program providing nutritionally […]
Rockwall, TX (January 12, 224) – Coming soon is Willis’ Fine Jewelry “Trade in for Treasures”! Take this opportunity to add some sparkle in these gray days of winter by trading in your old jewelry for new updated pieces and styles at Willis Fine Jewelry. The jewelry staff will offer credit for your used or […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 10, 2024) Sheriff Eavenson faithfully served Rockwall County for 20 years and brought in many positive changes for not only law enforcement but also the quality of life for our whole community. In 2007, he was elected to the National Sheriffs’ Association board of directors and was co-chair of the National Sheriffs’ […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 10, 2024) Johnny Myers is a 6th generation Rockwall County resident who has spent his life serving our community. Johnny’s Rockwall roots run deep. His father, John Dan Myers, was a Rockwall County Commissioner in the late 1970s until his passing, and his daughters have continued the tradition and are proud 7th-generation […]
Message from Congressman Fallon to constituents Over the past three years, it’s clear that the number one request from the great citizens of Texas’ Fourth Congressional District has been to secure our southern border. And rightfully so; the border under Biden is an unprecedented disaster and an affront to American sovereignty. I paid another visit […]
GARLAND, Texas – Jan. 10, 2024 – As the forecast calls for extreme winter weather to arrive in the coming days, Atmos Energy is closely monitoring the weather and staging our employees across our system. Colder weather may impact the amount of natural gas you use. Using energy wisely and making a few household changes […]