Mavericks mascots help Springer students ‘make better choices’

Mavericks mascots help Springer students ‘make better choices’

ROCKWALL (January 22, 2014) Ouida Springer Elementary students and faculty recently enjoyed an inspirational visit from Mavs Man and Champ,who presented the entire student body with an engaging program entitled, “Making Better Choices.” The Dallas Mavericks’ mascots discussed how Motivation, Activation, Vision and Solutions (MAVS) could help students become productive thinkers who make great life […]

Special guest visits Nebbie to give Science Project tips

ROCKWALL (January 22, 2014) Nebbie Williams Elementary is preparing for its first Science Fair on February 27th.  Last week, Marc Horn from The Perot Museum spoke to nearly 100 students and parents about the upcoming science fair, the scientific method, and science project ideas. Nebbie Williams’ PTA is excited to sponsor this event and hopes […]

Williams Middle School sweeps UIL competition for ninth year

Williams Middle School sweeps UIL competition for ninth year

ROCKWALL ISD (January 22, 2014) The annual UIL Academic Competition was held January 10th & 11th.  J.W. Williams Middle School is proud to claim the titles of 7th Grade Top Team, 8th Grade Top Team, as well as Overall Top Team again this year.  This is the 9th year in a row that WMS has […]

Meals on Wheels volunteer Jim Otto in the spotlight

Meals on Wheels volunteer Jim Otto in the spotlight

ROCKWALL COUNTY (January 22, 2014) Meals on Wheels Senior Services recently recognized Jim Otto as Volunteer Spotlight for the month of December. “Jim is one of our super subs we see frequently, sometimes 3,4 even 5 times a week.  Always professional and always with a smile even when he takes in 2 or 3 drivers […]

Newcomers welcome DA Culpepper, plan February meeting

ROCKWALL COUNTY (January 22, 2014) The Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends proudly welcomed Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney Kenda L. Culpepper as the guest speaker at their January meeting. Culpepper has served on numerous committees and received much acclaim for her outstanding accomplishments. Her extremely relevant and interesting program revealed the epidemic problem of identity […]

Heart-healthy DASH diet tops overall rankings for 4th straight year

ROCKWALL (January 22, 2014) Days before American Heart Month begins Feb. 1, one heart-healthy diet plan has again drawn praise from medical experts for its ability to help prevent diseases such as diabetes and heart disease — the leading cause of death for both men and women, according the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. […]

Groundbreaking event for Marine Corporal Michael Fox’s new home

Groundbreaking event for Marine Corporal Michael Fox’s new home

MCLENDON-CHISHOLM (January 21, 2014) On January 25, 2014 Homes for Our Troops will host a groundbreaking event for Marine Corporal Michael Fox for his new home in McLendon-Chisholm. Cpl Michael Fox was on his third deployment when he suffered traumatic amputations of both of his legs in an IED blast in Musa Qala, Afghanistan on November […]

Online ticket sales begin Feb 1 for Rockwall Women’s League Charity Ball 2014

Online reservations available February 1 To purchase tickets prior to February 1, contact Alison Fox at (214) 883-4721 or  ROCKWALL (January 21, 2014) The Rockwall Women’s League Annual Charity Ball is set for April 12, 2014 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The nonprofit organization is celebrating its 40th anniversary in style, with Club 40: Jazz at […]

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor from Springer Elementary

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor from Springer Elementary

ROCKWALL (January 21, 2014) Bryce Adair was presented the Rotary Student of Honor Award at the January 16th  lunch meeting. Bryce attends Ouida Springer Elementary, and was recognized for his outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Dr. Brad Helmer, Principal at Springer, presented the award. Submitted by Greg Caffarel. To share your good news and events, email […]

Lake Pointe appoints new Chief Nursing Officer

ROWLETT (January 21, 2014)  Lake Pointe Health Network, based in Rowlett, recently appointed Jeanne Reeves as its new chief nursing officer. Reeves is responsible for advising and ensuring outstanding patient care along with improving LPHN’s nationally recognized quality indicator performance. “Lake Pointe is especially honored to have Jeanne Reeves as its new CNO,” said Brett Lee, […]