‘Growing Up in Rockwall’

(Rockwall) September 16, 2012 – The Rockwall County Historical Foundation started the fall season of its Brown Bag Lecture Series with a program about “Growing Up in Rockwall,” presented by Linda Mitchell Duran. Linda used modern technology to show pictures of buildings, teachers and fellow Rockwall natives. New Texas Historical Commission Board appointee, Mike Donegan […]

RCP Players entertain Friends of Rockwall County Library

RCP Players entertain Friends of Rockwall County Library

(Rockwall) September 12, 2012 – A talented troupe from the Rockwall Community Playhouse entertained a full room at the first meeting of the Friends of the Rockwall County Library.  Pamela Whitaker, a director of RCP productions, introduced vocalists and dancers who presented selections from current, past and future shows. RCP opens its 17th season on September […]

HeartChase: community event to fight heart disease, stroke

Team registration underway, sponsorships still available Rockwall) September 12, 2012 – For people who enjoy friendly competition, the American Heart Association’s HeartChase is a community event that provides a fun new way to support a great cause, and it’s coming to Rockwall from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 20, at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium. Think Amazing […]

Chamber welcomes Key Element Media

(Rockwall) September 11, 2012 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 11 for Key Element Media. Key Element Media is an experienced web and graphic design company based in Rockwall serving the surrounding Dallas area since 2003. They provide quality, custom web and graphic solutions. Services  include web […]

Rockwall City Council selects new member

September 11, 2012, Rockwall – Jim Pruitt, a local attorney, was appointed to the Rockwall City Council Monday to fill the seat currently held by Mark Russo. Russo, who was recently elected to Justice of Peace in Precinct 3, will resign on September 18, and Pruitt will be sworn in on September 19. He will serve […]

Do dogs dream?

Do dogs dream?

Dear Sassy, Does my dog dream when he sleeps? Signed, Dreamer Dear Dreamer, Most dog owners have watched their beloved dog’s feet twitch or make running motions in their sleep.  My dad used to say our dog was “chasing rabbits” in his sleep.  Some dogs (uh hum..Sassy) also appear to talk in their sleep with […]

Rockwall Women’s League to host kickoff meeting

(Rockwall) September 10, 2012 – Rockwall Women’s League kicks off their new year this Friday, Sept 14,2012 at 9 a.m. at the home of Cindy Bledsoe, 1712 Bison Meadows in Heath. The Rockwall Women’s League welcomes anyone interested in serving the community to become a member of this great group of ladies. Their commitments is […]

Lake Pointe Medical celebrates 25 years

September 10, 2012 – Lake Pointe Medical Center, based in Rowlett, is celebrating its 25th anniversary of being in operation. LPMC serves the residents of Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City and the surrounding communities. Opening its doors on February 11, 1987, LPMC was home to 67 employees and quickly began recruiting local volunteers – including Rockwall resident, Charlene […]

Thirty-three apply for seat on Rockwall City Council

(Rockwall) September 10, 2012 – The Rockwall City Council received 33 applications from residents that are interested in the council position held by Mark Russo. Russo submitted his resignation effective September 18 to prepare for his new position as Rockwall County Justice of the Peace. The council will conduct interviews the week of September 10 at City Hall.  […]