(ROCKWALL-April 18, 2013) Our nation and our state have a growing obesity problem in adults and in our children. 27% of adults in Rockwall County are obese, 29% in Texas overall. This compares to the national average of 25%, which is a horrendous fact in itself. We also have a very serious problem with youth […]
Texas is transitioning from the TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) to STAAR (State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness), and the process is causing everyone a little bit of heartburn. The kids are faced with a new battery of tests that are not only timed, but more challenging due to the increased emphasis […]
(ROCKWALL-April 18, 2013) The Rockwall Women’s League will host its 34th Annual Charity Ball – Under the Big Top – from 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday, April 20 at the Fairmont in Dallas. The gala will feature an opening champagne reception, an elegant seated dinner, live and silent auctions, and dancing to the sounds of […]
(ROCKWALL-April 18, 2013) Join the 4th Annual Rockwall Fun Run Saturday, April 20 at the River Club in Forney. Ride your motorcyle or drive your car – the event benefits the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Rockwall County. Music by JD Cobb. For more info, email Don Tarrant at . To share your […]
(ROYSE CITY-April 17, 2013) The Arts Martial recently celebrated its move into a larger facility at 211 E. Main Street in Royse City. The Royse City Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting by sword on April 16. There are tremendous benefits to learning the martial arts at any age. The team at The Arts […]
(ROCKWALL-April 17, 2013) Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is the state agency charged with overseeing and providing workforce development services to employers and job seekers of Texas. TWC strengthens the Texas economy by providing the workforce development component of the Governor’s economic development strategy. Texas boasts an incredibly skilled workforce ready to attract enterprise to the Lone Star State. By […]
(WYLIE-April 17, 2013) First Baptist Church in Wylie will host its 3rd Annual “All Mission Trips Yard Sale” from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 4. All proceeds from the yard sale will benefit FBW Mission Trips, which includes two England trips, three Ecuador trips, two New York trips, Alaska, Rwanda and Israel. Come […]
(ROCKWALL-April 17, 2013) Donate $25 to Heritage Christian Academy for a chance to win a new car donated by Rusty Wallis Honda Volkswagen. The drawing will be held Friday, April 19 during the HCA Black & Red Bash Annual Gala and Auction at South Fork Ranch. Winner need not be present to win. Winner may […]
(ROCKWALL-April 17, 2013) The public is invited to join the official ribbon cutting for the new Rockwall Post Office CPU (Contract Postal Unit) Harbor Mail location. The ceremony, hosted by the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at 3003 Ridge Road. Private and business mail boxes will remain at […]
(April 15, 2013) Are you a special person? This very special – and handsome – boxer is looking for you. Even though Wesley is deaf, he’s very intelligent and eager to learn new things. He craves attention, and he loves being brushed. He’s still learning how to be an indoor dog, so you’ll need a little […]