Rockwall-Heath junior Isabella Burzair performs National Anthem at Homecoming

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (October 12, 2014) Rockwall-Heath High School junior and National Honor Society member, Isabella Burzair, gets a big congratulations from RHHS Principal, Dr. Tom Maglisceau, after performing the National Anthem at the Heath Hawks Homecoming game at Wilkerson Sanders Memorial Stadium. Isabella was honored to be invited to sing at this very special annual event.  Burzair was also recently […]

Rockwall County Democratic Party Breakfast Oct 18

ROCKWALL, TX (October 12, 2014) The Rockwall County Democratic Party Breakfast  will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, October 18 at Harry Myers Community Center. John Cook, candidate for Land Commissioner, and Dr. David Alameel, candidate for U.S. Senate will be special guests. This is the last meeting before the November 4th Election. Information on changes in […]

Rockwall Chamber participates in Texas Chamber of Commerce Week, Oct 20-24

ROCKWALL, TX (October 9, 2014) During the week of October 20-24 communities across the state of Texas will recognize Chamber of Commerce Week. This week is a time set aside to celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of chambers of commerce and the communities they represent. The proclamation of the week issued by Governor Rick […]

Rockwall YMCA ribbon cutting celebration Nov 20

JER Chilton YMCA prepares to introduce newly renovated, flagship facility ROCKWALL, TX (October 21, 2014) The JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall is just weeks away from opening the doors to its greatly-expanded and newly-remodeled facility at 1210N. Goliad. The YMCA will hold a ribbon cutting at 6 p.m. Thursday, November 20 to celebrate the grand […]

Debunking superstitions

Debunking superstitions

By faith writer Patti Richter ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (October 9, 2014) Some magicians observe a strange tradition on Halloween; they hold a séance for Harry Houdini. But the late great magician won’t hear of it, and he would have told them so. Houdini found fame in the days of Vaudeville—the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. But […]

Christian Brothers Automotive & Lake Pointe Church offer free oil changes for single moms

ROCKWALL,TX. (October 8, 2014) Christian Brothers Automotive of Rockwall has partnered with Lake Pointe Church to perform free oil changes for single mothers throughout the area. The announcement is part of the company’s goodwill service initiative and single mother’s throughout the area to have their vehicles serviced free of charge. Appointments were scheduled in advance […]

Heath DPS participates in National Night Out

HEATH, TX. (October 8, 2014) It was a great National Night Out in AntiguaBay, where the Homeowner’s Association coordinated a celebration full of fun, food and festivities for neighbors of all ages to enjoy. The Heath Department of Public Safety officers participated, bringing out a fire truck and police car for children to explore. Officers […]

Rockwall garage sales to benefit local rescue groups Oct. 11

ROCKWALL, TX. (October 7, 2014) On Saturday, October 11th from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be two garage sales working to benefit local rescue groups. ThrowAway Ponies will be hosting their garage sale in the arena and the Dog House Inc. will also be hosting their garage sale. ThrowAway Ponies 2368 E FM […]

Rockwall City Council appoints Youth Advisory Council

ROCKWALL, TX (October 7, 2014) The Rockwall City Council recently voted to reappoint five existing members and seven new members to the City’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC). The purpose of the Rockwall Youth Advisory Council is to provide participation by local youth in municipal government. The YAC takes initiatives directed toward effective change that benefits local […]

Country artist, nightclub welcome visually impaired ‘Back to the Honky Tonks’

ROCKWALL, TX (October 7, 2014) Dallas-born singer/songwriter Deryl Dodd is best known for country hits like “Tony Lama Boots,” “Friends Don’t Drive Friends,” and “Back to the Honky Tonks.” But Dodd is more than a popular musician; he is an advocate for people with disabilities. Dodd has performed benefit concerts for children with Eagle-Barrett syndrome, […]