(ROYSE CITY-Feb 23, 2013)Come get to know your Royse City Lions Club and help them celebrate their five years of service to the community during an Open House from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday evening, Feb. 25 at the Holiday Inn Express in Royse City. For event info, email wenzelk@coolaccess.net or call 972-658-9504. Visit the […]
(ROWLETT-February 23, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Standard Pacific Homes Lakehill with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, February 19. Representing Standard Pacific Homes on the front row pictured left to right are Sales Manager Stacey Windom, Director of Marketing Maggi Jones, Community Sales Manager Nancy Nelson, and cutting the ribbon VP […]
Experts share strategies ‘mathletes’ can count on One of the most common questions asked by students is how to study and prepare for math tests. More often than not, these “Mathletes” also suffer from test anxiety, which leads them to believe that no matter how much they study, they won’t perform well on the test. […]
(GARLAND ISD-February 22, 2013) A new initiative at Walnut Glen Academy for Excellence is adding more exercise into education, and the results show an increase in student engagement. In spring 2012, the Garland ISD elementary school exchanged students’ chairs for exercise balls. “Students often sit in classrooms for long periods of time without an opportunity […]
(February 20, 2013) Earning 36 merit badges each from the Boy Scouts of America, two Garland High School students have not only achieved the organization’s highest rank for boys aged 11-17—they’ve exceeded it. Casey Cooley and Hunter Merriman now hold the rank of Eagle Scout Silver Palm. Cooley, a senior, and Merriman, a freshman, both […]
(ROWLETT-February 20, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is pleased to recognize Jason’s Deli as its February 2013 Business of the Month. Manager Branden LaFollette (pictured on the right) accepted the plaque from Ambassador Chair James Williams. Fresh • Delicious • Variety Jason’s Deli loves fresh food and premium, more natural ingredients. They were the […]
(ROWLETT-February 19, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation with a ribbon cutting on Friday, February 15. After a catastrophic injury or illness, you need far more than just physical rehabilitation. Psychological and social adjustments are just as critical. Choosing the right rehabilitation facility can make a world of […]
(DALLAS-February 19, 2013) Jagged Row, Ben Cina and Dewun Music are teaming up to bring the metroplex “The Real Music Revival” Saturday, February 23 live from Draft Picks Bar and Grill in Dallas. The doors open at 9 p.m. and the show starts at 9:30. Advance tickets are available for $10 dollars at www.realmusicrevival.eventbrite.com. Members: Jaci Butler-Lead […]
Rockwall mom reflects on what swimming means to her children, both in and out of the pool Editor’s Note: Raena Eldridge will travel to Austin Thursday, Feb. 21 to represent Rockwall High School at the UIL state swimming championships, defending the 4A state championship she won last year as a freshman. Raena and her three siblings […]
Regional VP of Boys & Girls Club to speak (ROWLETT-February 18, 2013) Join the Rowlett Association of Non-Profits‘ next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20 at Rowlett City Hall. Teresa Walch, the Regional Vice-President of the Boys and Girls Club will be the speaker, and she will address Board Member Recruitment/Functionality. If you are involved […]