Fate, TX (April 15, 2025) – As I sit through many committee hearings, I recently heard a State Representative on the Texas Land & Resource Committee say, “Government is incredibly slow, and private industry is generally faster.” Why does that quote matter? Great question. Now that we’ve reached mid-April in the 89th Legislative Session, it’s […]
Fate, TX – [April 14, 2025] – The City of Fate has amended a key development agreement with Lafayette Crossing developers and entered into a new agreement to reimburse public infrastructure (utilizing economic incentives) as part of “Project Cactus,” a major commercial project that will transform approximately 80 acres of land into a vibrant retail destination. […]
Rockwall, TX (April 15, 2025) – Brave Boy is an 8-month old sleek black kitten. He is the kitten of a neighbor stray cat and was rescued with his siblings by one of our fosters. Brave Boy is shy with new people but very sweet and affectionate with his foster mom. He loves to rub […]
Rockwall County (March 23, 2025) – In the heart of Rockwall County, a beacon of hope shines for children who have experienced physical and sexual abuse. The Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC) is a vital nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for victims and their families. Through a collaborative, […]
Rockwall, TX (April 14, 2025) – Art, Music, Fun, and Philanthropy are Coming on May 2, 2025. “Symphony of Color: Midnight in Paris” will be a night to remember for its beauty, splendor and amazing success raising funds and awareness for the arts in Rockwall, TX. The Greater Rockwall Youth Symphony and the Rockwall Art […]
Photo L to R: Commissioners John Stacy and Dana Macalik, President & CEO at Rockwall Helping Hands Jon Bailey, and County Judge Frank New Rockwall, TX (April 14, 2025) – The Rockwall County Commissioners Court was invited to tour the new Rockwall County Helping Hands facility. This tour provided an opportunity to see firsthand how the […]
Rockwall, TX (April 12, 2025) – Megan Pospisil is our next Stingerette Senior Spotlight. She is the daughter of Amanda and Dennis Pospisil. Megan is a two-year member of the team, currently serving as Outreach Representative for the 2024–2025 year. Megan was named the 2024 Rockwall High School Homecoming Queen and earned the Star Dancer […]
Rockwall, TX (April 11, 2025) – Rockwall High School Interact Club hosted close to 100 volunteers at our first ever Rockwall Day! With the weather, some of our scheduled activities were canceled. That didn’t stop our volunteers! They pivoted and coordinated several important service projects – cleaning along T. L. Townsend Drive, making birthday party […]
Rockwall, TX (April 11, 2025) – Audrey Dearborn is our next Stingerette Senior Spotlight. Audrey is the daughter of Nicole and Matt Dearborn. She is a two-year member of the team and currently serves as the Senior Representative on Social Council. Audrey performed in the 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 11, 2025) This Memorial Day weekend 2025 marks the 14th year since Carry the Load held its first 20-hour 11-minute memorial walk around White Rock Lake in Dallas to bring back the true meaning of Memorial Day. The following year, 2012, CTL established a cross-country relay beginning in New York and ending […]