(ROCKWALL, TX — November 19, 2018) The surgery was just a few hours away when I called home. “I just don’t feel right about it,” Angie said. I debated at first, having psyched myself up all day long. After my graduate school classes, I was scheduled to be “fixed,” for lack of a better term. […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 15, 2018) The members of the Aspasians are honored to serve foster families in the Rockwall community by putting together 50 baskets full of Thanksgiving dinner essentials that will be distributed by The Rainbow Room. These baskets will help feed 134 children and 128 adults this Thanksgiving. Rockwall Rainbow Rooms is a […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 15, 2018) On November 14th, Judge Brett Hall swore in the largest class of Lone Star CASA volunteers to date. Volunteers not only complete 30+ hours of online and classroom training but observe court, tour a CPS office and visit a children’s emergency shelter. Volunteers must be at least 21 years of […]
Pet Store Launches Fundraiser for Patriot PAWS Service Dogs (November 15, 2018) – Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise in the United States, is pleased to announce its partnership with Natural Balance. Together, they’re launching a fundraiser designed to draw attention to the positive impact pets have on active and […]
(ROYSE CITY, TX — November 15, 2018) The Royse City ISD School Board approved namesakes for middle schools in the district. Royse City Middle School will be renamed as Ouida Baley Middle School. The district’s second middle school planned for Fate, Texas on Hwy 66 will be named Bobby Summers Middle School. Both namesakes were […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Nov. 14, 2018) Canaan Smith had a really big dream. He played on both football and baseball teams for his high school. Like so many young athletes, the Texas native fantasized about playing in the big leagues, like his idol, Yankee Derek Jeter. Before he could reach that lofty goal, though, he hoped […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 14, 2018) During its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 13, the Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the adoption of the “OurHometown Vision 2040” Comprehensive Plan 2018 Update. The vote came after a public hearing on the item, in which two citizens addressed the P & Z. […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 13, 2018) November is National Adoption Month, and Lone star CASA is working to inform the public of the urgent need for families to support vulnerable children in the foster care system. In 2017 in Texas, there were 7,236 children in the care of Child Protective Services (CPS) waiting for adoption. Lone […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 13, 2018) On November 11, 2018 members from the National Charity League, Inc., Lone Star Chapter, gathered at The Hilton Hotel for the annual Mother-Daughter Tea and Fashion Show to acknowledge overall time contributed to serving NCL’s Mission and its commitment to community service, leadership development and cultural experiences. Local sponsors; […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 13, 2018) While Keviah Ealy is no stranger to greatness, it has to be pretty special to be honored with your very own day, especially at the age of 14! At its previous meeting, the Rockwall City Council proclaimed Monday, November 5, as Keviah Ealy Recognition Day. The freshman at Rockwall High […]