Join Rockwall police for ‘Santa Snow Fight’ golf tournament

Rockwall Police Department golf tournament benefits Helping Hands Toy Drive (Rockwall – November 27, 2012) Join the Rockwall Police Department Saturday, December 8 for the Santa Snow Fight, a two-man scramble golf tournament benefiting the Rockwall County Helping Hands Christmas Toy Drive. The event will begin with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. at the Rockwall […]

Sassy says, chew on this

Dear Sassy, Got any advice for dogs that chew TV remote controls, telephones and kids’ toys? Signed, Chewy Dear Chewy, If your dog is a puppy, chewing is a normal part of teething. Just like human babies, chewing is an instinct that helps soothe the soreness and helps the new teeth push through the gums. […]

Discover Australia during exclusive event at Travel Leaders Rowlett

(November 26, 2012) Ever wonder what it would be like to sail in Sydney Harbor, experience the vibrant cultural scene in Melbourne or dive the Great Barrier Reef? With its sophisticated cities, stunning coastal and mountain regions, indigenous culture, and world-class food and wine, Australia woos and allures like no other place on earth. Gain […]

Texas Regional Medical Center collecting gift cards for seniors

(Sunnyvale – November 26, 2012) In an effort to make the holiday season merrier for some of North Texas’ older residents, Texas Regional Medical Center at Sunnyvale is joining forces with Mesquite-based nonprofit Sharing Life Community Outreach and radio station KLUV (98.7 FM) to host Sharing Life With LUV. The campaign will collect gift cards […]

Troop 2864 celebrates Girl Scouts’ 100th birthday by donating gifts of food

(November 20, 2012)  Girl Scout Troop 2864 celebrates  Girl Scouts’ 100th birthday at the First Baptist Church of Royse City food pantry. The girls brought “presents” (food to donate) to the birthday party as well as  stocked the shelves themselves and learned all about what a food pantry provides.  They topped off the evening with cupcakes. Pictured […]

Local students cook up competition at Iron Chef event

(November 20, 2012) Prepping for their futures, Garland High School culinary arts students recently competed in the third-annual Iron Chef: North Texas event at The Art Institute of Dallas. A “high school take on the popular Iron Chef: America” concept, the culinary showdown is unlike any other in the area. Teams from Allen, Duncanville, Garland, […]

Garland ISD Board names interim superintendent

(Garland ISD – November 20, 2012) As Garland ISD prepares for Superintendent Curtis Culwell’s retirement in December, the Board of Trustees announced an interim at its Nov. 13 work session in the Harris Hill Administration Building. Gary Reeves, assistant superintendent of administration, will lead the district until Culwell’s replacement is named. “Dr. Reeves is a […]

Holiday Event Calendar

Holiday Event Calendar

So many ways to celebrate the season…here are few. Add your event by emailing . Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway WEDNESDAY, NOV. 21 – SUNDAY, JAN. 6 Experience a drive-thru holiday spectacular featuring more than two million LED lights –  600 holiday displays across 1.7 miles at Texas Motor Speedway. $15 per car […]

Ribbon cutting for Dalrock Dental & Orthodontics

(November 20, 2012) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Dalrock Dental Care & Orthodontics with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, November 13. Today’s Smarter Way To Meet Your Dental Needs … With their friendly staff, convenient locations and affordable prices, Dalrock Dental Care & Orthodontics makes it easy for you and your […]

Chamber welcomes Kathy Wykowski, Mary Kay consultant

(November 19, 2012) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Kathy Wykowski, Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 8. Independent beauty consultant Kathy Wykowski truly believes that serving customers is one of the great factors that set Mary Kay Cosmetics apart from every other company. They are a […]