Holiday travel: what to do at the airport

(November 8, 2012) An airport full of cheery holiday travelers can be a festive scene, but check-in and security lines can often get long. Travel professionals have lots of advice for staying merry while dealing with airport crowds and delays, and the most important advice is to arrive early and have patience. In general, arrive two […]

Lake Pointe Health Network honors volunteers at annual luncheon

(November 7, 2012) Lake Pointe Health Network celebrated 163 years of combined volunteer service with a Mexican fiesta-themed Hats Off to Volunteers on October 24. Volunteers and guests included family members and friends along with executive, administrative and hospital staff.  Long standing volunteer, Charlene Schwaneke, celebrated 25 years of contribution and service to LakePointe and […]

Chamber, Leadership Garland Prayer Breakfast features Carry the Load co-founder, Clint Bruce

Former Navy Seal, Carry the Load co-founder Clint Bruce is key note speaker (Garland) November 7, 2012 – Join the Garland Chamber of Commerce as they celebrate “Hometown Leaders” during the  25th Annual Leadership Garland Prayer Breakfast, 7:30 to 9 a.m. Thursday, December 6 at the Curtis Culwell Center.Each year, the Chamber and Leadership Garland host the Prayer Breakfast as […]

Advanced Energy Solutions celebrates with ribbon cutting

(Rowlett) November 6, 2012 – The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Advanced Energy Solutions with a ribbon cutting on November 1. ADVANCED ENERGY SOLUTIONS … Home Energy Audits / Home Energy Ratings They specialize in home energy diagnostics and indoor air quality testing. They are a third party verification company operating in both […]

Chamber welcomes Cybernut Solutions

(Rowlett) November 6, 2012 – The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Cybernut Solutions with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, October 30. Fixed-rate Computer Support for businesses in greater Dallas area … Cybernut Solutions is devoted to providing companies with satisfying Computer Support with a predictable budget. Through their budget-friendly service plans, you get […]

Habitat for Humanity dedicates Rockwall home

Habitat for Humanity dedicates Rockwall home

(Rockwall) November 5, 2o12 –The Rockwall Chapter of Habitat for Humanity dedicated their latest house at 304 Ross St. on Saturday, October 27.Saturday afternoon a large group of volunteers, board members and family members gathered as the president of Habitat, John Cote, led the dedication for the newest family, Jeffery and Meliza Davidson. The Davidsons […]

Sassy uncovers the dirt on digging dogs

Dear Sassy, How do I stop my dog from digging holes in the backyard? Dear Digger, Almost all dogs will dig on occasion. Certain dog breeds, such as Dachshund and Terriers, were bred to dig into burrows after rabbits and other small game. However, any dog breed can develop a digging habit for many reasons: Boredom, […]

Brett Lee named CEO of Lake Pointe Health Network

November 1, 2012 – The Lake Pointe Health Network, based in Rowlett, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brett D. Lee as chief executive officer, effective Nov. 1.  In this role, Lee will oversee the strategic, operational and clinical activities for the network, which is composed of a 112-bed hospital and nine outpatient centers. “Brett […]

Brunch with St. Nicholas at Our Lady of the Lake

(Rockwall) November 1, 2012 – The Catholic Mothers Council of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church will host Brunch with St. Nicholas from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, December 1. This annual event will include a breakfast taco buffet by Chiloso Mexican Bistro, pictures with St. Nicholas, a dress-up nativity scene, arts and crafts […]