On February 13, 1989, my father died. He had lived 61 years, 2 months and 22 days on the day of his death. On November 18, 2016, I had lived 61 years, 2 months and 22 days – that was the day of my awakening. Reaching the same age as my father when he […]
UPDATE – MARCH 13, 2020 >> POSTPONED! To ensure the health and safety of our guests and to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus, the Meals on Wheels Spring Tea Luncheon is POSTPONED. MOWSS is hoping to set a new date soon. Please stay tuned for more updates. Thank you for your understanding and patience […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) Ten Dr. Gene Burton College & Career DECA students are state finalists and four will advance to compete at the DECA International Competition. DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. “Beyond the risk-taking attitude, quest for knowledge and […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) The Rockwall High School Jacket Babes Junior Varsity Drill Team, under the direction of Brittany Shaver, competed at American Dance/Drill regional competition on Saturday, February 22 at Plano Senior High. The Jacket Babes and their Officers both received the Gussie Nell Davis Award of Excellence, Sweepstakes and a Platinum Best Overall award for their […]
Rockwall ISD will host a JOB FAIR from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 4 at Rockwall High School, 901 Yellowjacket Lane in Rockwall. No pre-registration is required. Campus administrators and program directors will be available to discuss job opportunities for the 2020-2021 school year. To see a list of vacancies and to complete an […]
UPDATED: (March 11, 2020) The parade and block party have been cancelled due to Coronavirus concerns. The participating bars and restaurants will still be open and hosting St. Patrick’s Day specials. (Dallas, TX) The Vanderbilt to Vickery Association will host its annual Lower Greenville Avenue St. Patrick’s Day Block Party, the largest one of its […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront, a 231-room, Four Diamond waterfront property in Rockwall, has named Cammie Peel Catering Sales Manager. In this role, Peel is responsible for business development, event coordination, and execution of all related catering activities for corporate and wedding clients. Located 22 miles from Dallas, the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront has over 32,000 sq […]
Have you ever thought about dipping your toes into Home Brewing beer? Brewing beer at home has been on an upward trend for many years now. Depending on what statistics you look at out there, there are over 1 million homebrewers in the U.S. Home brewing has a rich and deep past in the U.S. […]
(HEATH, TX) TxDOT will be repairing the bridge over Buffalo Creek on FM 549 near the Heathland Crossing entrance beginning Friday morning, February 28. Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the project, which is anticipated to be completed by the afternoon of Saturday, February 29. Traffic control will be in place, but please […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) The Rockwall Police Department needs your help identifying a theft suspect. On Friday, February 14, a white female with short hair wearing a headband and western boots with blue jeans tucked into them was caught on camera stealing a package from a residence on Black Oak Lane in Rockwall. Rockwall County Crime Stoppers will […]