(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 […]
(ROWLETT-February 18, 2013) The Amateur Community Theatre of Rowlett (ACTOR) will perform “The Very Great Grandson of Sherlock Holmes” at 8 p.m. Friday, February 22 and Saturday, February 23 at First United Methodist Church-Rowlett. Come support ACTOR as a (very) great grandson of Sherlock Holmes is trying to make it as a private eye, his mind filled […]
(ROCKWALL-February 16, 2013) The first annual COTA “Run Your Heart Out” 5K & Fun Run benefiting the Children’s Organ Transplant Association, in honor of McKenzie Hope Young, will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at the east pavilion at Harry Myers Park, Rockwall. With the cost of a transplant often exceeding $500,000, many transplant […]
Throwaway Ponies Adoption Spotlight Meet Miss Melody. She is a four-year old paint filly. She is just starting her training at Throwaway Ponies, and has only been ridden a couple of times. Melody is very sweet – ready and willing to learn. She has been well cared for, but her owner could no longer afford […]
(ROWLETT-February 15, 2013) The Rowlett Animal Shelter will host a low-cost vaccination and microchip clinic in conjunction with an Adopt-a-Thon on Saturday, Feb. 23. A list of the available vaccination packages can be found here. Submitted by Donna Hurst. To share your good news and events, email .