(Rockwall) October 1, 2012 – Cloudy skies and intermittent rain on September 29 did not stop an annual tradition from taking place on schedule as Rockwall’s Original Pumpkin Patch opened the 24th year with a 9 a.m. ribbon cutting followed by refreshments. Pamela Whitaker served as mistress of ceremonies and received a Proclamation from Rockwall […]
October 1, 2012 – Attention casting directors! The search for your next leading man ends right here. Get your checklist ready to see how Matt stacks up. Handsome? Without a doubt. Rugged? His chiseled physique exudes strength. Intelligent? Matt is up to any challenge, although it may take him a couple of takes to get […]
Think Pink (Rockwall ISD) October 1, 2012 – The staff of Dobbs Elementary showed their support for breast cancer awareness during the school day last Friday by dressing in their pink. Shared by Norma Terrell, Rockwall ISD. To submit your good news and events, email .
(Rockwall ISD) October 1, 2012 – Williams Middle School students will present a Madrigal Dinner Show from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, October 26 on the WMS Stage and cafeteria. “A Fool for your Love” is written by Jim and Jane Jeffries, directed by Dawn Andrews. The Jester starts off the dinner by incorporating a […]
Zombies Night Out at the Rockwall County Library Love your library? Want to be in a music video? The Rockwall County Library is celebrating Teen Read Week by making a Thriller music video! If you’re a teen ages 12-18 and you love your library, like zombies or just want to learn the Thriller, be sure […]
Council Approves New Budget / Adopts Tax Rate (Rockwall) October 1, 2012 – The City Council recently approved a $26.2 million budget for fiscal year 2012-2013, which begins on October 1, 2012. The spending plan includes the addition of four police officers and two firefighters as well as an additional $150,000 for street maintenance and repairs. […]
(Rockwall) September 27, 2012 – The Toyota US Open Triathlon, the final event of the Lifetime Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup, will take place from 7:15 a.m. to noon Sunday, Oct. 7 at The Harbor on the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard in Rockwall. The event comprises a circular swim course starting and […]
See cowgirls compete in events like barrel racing, ranch sorting, and ‘cow racing’ September 30, 2012 – Spectators are welcome as more than 70 cowgirls from all over Texas and surrounding states compete for buckles, cash, awards and bragging rights at the Sixth Annual Cowgirl Roundup on October 6 and 7 at Bar S Arena in […]
(Rockwall ISD) September 30, 2012 – Third graders in Mrs. Rhodes class at Celia Hays Elementary participated in a vocabulary hat parade to showcase newly learned vocabulary words. Photo shared by Susan Sisto, librarian at Celia Hays Elementary. To share your good news, events and photos, email .
(Dallas) September 29, 2012 – The 2012 State Fair of Texas kicked-off with a bang for Rockwall-Heath High School freshman, Sarah Boronkay, as she claimed the SFT 2012 Youth Ranch Sorting Championship at Fair Park Coliseum in Dallas on September 16. Boronkay had an outstanding weekend placing 1st in the youth class along with 2nd […]