(December 2, 2013) It’s that time of year again. Thanksgiving meals with family and/or friends, a long weekend out of school, deteriorating driving conditions (and drivers), and four weeks of consumer craziness. Despite popular misconceptions in the media, the Black Friday weekend is not… A day in honor of the death of bank accounts, the […]
ROCKWALL (December 2, 2013) Come for an evening of old fashioned holiday fun and music! Celebrate the 30th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on the lawn at City Hall, at 7 p.m. Thursday, December 5. There will be craft making in Santa’s Workshop, free cookies, hot chocolate, coffee, and live Christmas music. Jolly ole St. Nick […]
December 1, 2013 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce celebrates the achievements of local businesses and community organizations by featuring one outstanding business or organization each month. The Partner Spotlight of the Month is awarded to companies who have recognized and can demonstrate the added value of being a Chamber member. The Chamber has […]
ROCKWALL (November 30, 2013) As many of you may remember, Rockwall experienced some excitement back in the spring when the History Channel’s H2 production team came to Rockwall to research our unique system of subterranean rock walls for a future episode on their America Unearthed television series. The Rockwall County Historical Foundation has just learned that […]
HEATH (November 29, 2013) A community holiday tradition continues Friday, December 6, when the Rockwall-Heath High School Senior Class of 2014 presents the annual Holiday Home Tour. Five beautiful homes will be drenched in holiday décor and open for self-guided touring from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The homes will also feature live entertainment and […]
ROCKWALL/ROWLETT/ROYSE CITY (November 29, 2013) Rest Haven Funeral Homes and Memorial Park is once again offering a special way for families to honor the memory of their loved ones this holiday season. Beginning Monday, December 2, 2013, Angel Wing Remembrance Trees and ornaments will be placed at each of the three Rest Haven Funeral Homes […]
ROCKWALL / COLLIN / HUNT COUNTY (November 29, 2013) The Tri-County Choral Society will perform a “Home for the Holidays” concert at 7 p.m. Saturday, December 7th at First United Methodist Church in Royse City. Children from the Ruth Cherry Intermediate Choir will be joining in the concert. Tickets are $5 pre-sale; $7 at the […]
WINNER EVERY FRIDAY (November 29, 2013) Congratulations to CONNIE CATINCHI who signed up to receive our e-edition newsletter and just won FOUR FREE TICKETS to see the life-sized animatronic dinosaur exhibit OR the Holiday Trail of Lights at The Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary! Our Week Four Winner was DIANE PORTER who is excited about […]
WYLIE (November 29, 2013) The Wylie East Sapphires Drill Team will be featured performers in the 26th annual Children’s Medical Center Holiday Parade, which is set for 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, December 7th in downtown Dallas. The Parade will begin on Commerce Street at Houston Street and end in front of City Hall. Click here […]
Pet photos with Santa at Rockwall Petco Dec 7 & 14 ROCKWALL (November 29, 2013) I look pathetic in a Santa suit. Instead of jolly and plump, I look like a red and white beanpole. The uncomfortable pillow strapped around my waist doesn’t help one bit. To be sure, I have the husky voice, the twinkle […]