John P. Brandt announces candidacy for Fate City Council

John P. Brandt announces candidacy for Fate City Council

Woodcreek Citizen Pledges to Represent Homeowners and Residents (FATE, TX Feb. 26, 2020) John P. Brandt, Woodcreek resident, proudly announces his candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 2. The election is to take place on May 02, 2020. John’s goal is to carry the voice of the community to the Council. He looks forward to […]

Free Job Connection workshops, networking underway at Lake Pointe Church Rockwall

Free Job Connection workshops, networking underway at Lake Pointe Church Rockwall

(ROCKWALL, TX) Looking for a job in today’s market can be frustrating, uncertain and lonely. Job Connection, a Ministry of Lake Pointe Church in Rockwall, is a program that combines classroom-style training with networking/discussion-style meetings for people who are struggling in their job search. The training and workshops are free, open to everyone, and underway now […]

‘It’s Not A Bucket List!’

‘It’s Not A Bucket List!’

  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 […]

Ten Rockwall ISD DECA students named state finalists, four advance to international competition

Ten Rockwall ISD DECA students named state finalists, four advance to international competition

(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 Jacket Babes JV Drill Team wows judges, brings home awards

Rockwall Jacket Babes JV Drill Team wows judges, brings home awards

(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 to host Job Fair April 4

Rockwall ISD to host Job Fair April 4

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 […]

UPDATE: CANCELLED St. Patrick’s Day Block Party on Lower Greenville

UPDATE: CANCELLED St. Patrick’s Day Block Party on Lower Greenville

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 […]

Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront names new Catering Sales Manager

Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront names new Catering Sales Manager

(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 […]