(Rockwall) April 10, 2012 – Dallas Morning News columnist Steve Blow was the speaker for the April 10 luncheon meeting of the Friends of the Rockwall County Library. Addressing a sold-out room, Blow talked about his love of the written word and the importance of having reading materials in his home when he was growing up. […]
Blazing Saddles actor Burton Gilliam to play in tournament (Royse City) Actor Burton Gilliam, a Texas native who although has been an accomplished boxer and firefighter, is usually noted for his successful acting career. Starring in several television shows and movies, he was nationally known as the Pace Picante spokesperson for 12 years; he’s the […]
The 19th Annual Taste of Rockwall and Business Expo gets underway at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 19 at Rockwall High School, 901 Yellow Jacket Lane. More than 30 local restaurants and dining establishments will showcase their cuisine – from South and Central American favorites to Asain, Italian and American. Visitors can also satisfy their sweet tooth with […]
(Rockwall) Come celebrate the 60th birthday of HomeBank Texas during a Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce “Business After Hours” event, from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 26. The event will be held at the Rockwall Banking Center, 105 E. Ralph Hall Parkway. Click here for more information. Thanks to Justin Holland for letting us […]
(Rockwall ISD) This year, five Rockwall High School students were accepted into the Young American Talent competition sponsored by Booker T. Washington High School. Big congratulations go out to Brityn Gilman for her first place win for ceramics, and to Sarah Anderson, who took second place in the digital category. Honors go out to Chance […]
(Rockwall ISD) Rockwall High School Orange Wave Band twirler Erica Kuntz was crowned Advanced Junior Miss Majorette of the Southwest at the Southwest Regional Baton Twirling Championships this past Saturday, March 31 and Sunday, April 1 in Austin. The Southwest Region includes Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and New Mexico.The RHS sophomore competed in three different solo […]
Hospital honored at awards celebration May 3 in Austin Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall has been named a Silver Award recipient from the TMF Health Quality Institute. The Texas Health Care Quality Improvement Awards recognize hospitals that have demonstrated excellence in health care quality through improved performance on national quality measures. Hospitals qualify for an […]
Bring the whole family to the ball park and enjoy an exhibition game of vintage base ball as the Rockwall Retros play the Rockwall Classics on Sunday, April 22. Players will dress in period uniforms and play by 1860’s rules. Peanuts, cracker jacks, hot dogs and soda pop will be available. Play begins at 1 […]
The Lakeside Home & Garden Show is coming to Lake Ray Hubbard, with open air exhibits from Friday afternoon, April 20 through Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Harbor – and indoor exhibits from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 22 inside The Hilton Bella Harbor. There will be garden […]
(Rockwall) Pancakes, syrup and sausage will be on the menu at the All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast to benefit the Rockwall County Reading For Adults Program on Saturday, April 14, 2012. Hosted by Applebee’s, the Reading For Adults volunteers and tutors will staff the restaurant for two hours, starting at 8 a.m., greeting and serving the customers […]