(ROCKWALL-April 22, 2013) Spring time in Texas is a very beautiful time but there are dangers present during this time of the year. As we begin to spend more time outside enjoying the weather and nature, please remember to be safe and use sound judgment. A few simple reminders can protect us and our pets from […]
(ROWLETT-April 21, 2013) Artists ‘Round Texas will host its 11th Annual Juried Small Works Show May 1 through 31 at the Rowlett Public Library. An Artists Reception is set for 6 p.m. Thursday, May 9. CALL FOR ENTRIES Take-in Saturday, April 27; 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rowlett Public […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY-April 21, 2013) Community members are invited to join the Rockwall County Alliance for the Arts Board of Directors as they welcome Lisa E. Campbell, the RCAA’s newly hired Executive Director. The “Spring Into the Arts” Reception is 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 23 at Art’s a Blast!, 2845 Ridge Rd, #D209 in Rockwall. Entertainment […]
Tickets are on sale now! (ROCKWALL-April 19, 2013) The 10th Annual Tour of Gardens, the premier educational event of the Rockwall County Master Gardener Association, is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18. In celebration of its 10th anniversary, this year’s Tour of Gardens will include visits to favorite gardens from past […]
DRAWING EVERY FRIDAY Congrats to our Week 5 Winner: Victoria Gallenberg Warner of Rowlett! Congrats to our Week 4 Winners (YES, WE HAVE TWO WINNERS THIS WEEK!) Sherry Eveland Talent of Rowlett (from our Facebook LIKE contest) AND Rhody Lynn Kennedy of Rockwall (from our Taste of Rockwall & Business Expo drawing!) Congrats to our Week […]
Texas is transitioning from the TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) to STAAR (State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness), and the process is causing everyone a little bit of heartburn. The kids are faced with a new battery of tests that are not only timed, but more challenging due to the increased emphasis […]
(ROWLETT-April 15, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce helped the Wal-Mart store in Rowlett celebrate their Grand Re-Opening with a ribbon cutting Friday, April 12. Cutting the ribbon in the center left to right is Market Manager Mike Hart and Store Manager LaGrante Birth. Walmart is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of […]
(April 15, 2013) The Tri County Choral Society will host its spring concert, “Rockin’ Good Times,” at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at the Royse City High School Auditorium. The Tri County Choral Society is a community choir made of up members from Rockwall, Collin and Hunt Counties. Their goal is to help promote the […]
1776 auditions, April 20-21 King & I auditions, June 8-9 (ROCKWALL-April 13, 2103) It’s audition season for Rockwall Summer Musicals. The fast-growing local theater group is looking for a few good men…women and children. Organizers are not only seeking an array of 83 actors and actresses but performers who can sing and dance throughout one […]
(ROWLETT-April 13, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member The Men & Ladies of Honor with a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 11. Men of Honor and Ladies of Honor is a strategic program to train and mentor youth to realize their full potential. Youth who participate are mentored and trained in principles […]