Rockwall, TX (February 29, 2024) – Rockwall County Historical Foundation recently held a patriotic commemoration and unveiling event of William Barret Travis’ “Victory or Death” letter from the siege of the Alamo. The event held February 24 was exactly 188 years following the penning of his poignant letter. Travis’ letter spoke of the need for […]
Rockwall, TX (February 29, 2024) – The Rockwall High School Stingerettes Varsity Drill Team competed in the MA Dance Regional Competition at Birdville High School this past weekend where they took top honors! The team earned Best in Class with the highest overall score of all teams at the contest. In addition, the team placed […]
Dallas, Texas (February 29, 2024) –The Alamo Letter Society is honored to announce Mr. Lorne Liechty has received the Captain Albert Martin Alamo Award for his leadership to his County and the State of Texas, by serving as the Rockwall County Chairman of our statewide organization, the Alamo Letter Society. They are only the second […]
Rockwall, TX (February 28, 2024) – In partnership with The Dinosaur Company and the Dallas Paleontology Society, the Rockwall County Library will host a special event at the library on Friday, March 8. The exhibit will offer an opportunity for children and families to engage with robotics and Paleontology. The Dinosaur Company will provide tactile […]
ROWLETT, TX (Feb. 27, 2024) – The next meeting for Rowlett Reviews Book Club is Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at which time professional reviewer Janice Byrd will present The Ride of Her Life. Written by Elizabeth Letts, this is the true story of a woman and her horse as they journey across the United States. (*Note: this […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 23, 2024) – Lone Star CASA celebrates the adoption of Joey, a young boy who endured prolonged uncertainty in finding his forever home after almost four years in foster care. At just one year old, Joey entered foster care when it was determined that his home environment presented immediate danger to his safety. […]
TERRELL, TX (Feb. 23, 2024) — “The recent election of Elizabeth Rodriguez-Ross and Maranda Auzenne to the STAR Transit Board of Directors ensures the agency continues to be guided by diverse and experienced leadership,” said Executive Director Tommy Henricks in an announcement today. Elizabeth Rodriguez-Ross was elected to fill the Place 6 vacancy left by […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 21, 2024) EverSource Wealth Advisors® welcomes two new advisors in greater Dallas, TX, the fastest-growing metro area in the United States according to the most recent census data. Ben Fox, CKA®, has launched the EverSource Rockwall office, and David Sandhu, CRPC®, the EverSource Fort Worth office. EverSource has operated in Texas since […]
Rockwall County to host bronze plaque dedication Saturay, Feb 24 AUSTIN, TX (Feb. 22, 2024) — Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham M.D. encouraged Texans to view the original Travis Letter written by William B. Travis at the Alamo. He addressed his letter “To the People of Texas and All Americans in the World” and passionately […]
A Commitment to Proactive Leadership and Community Service MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX (Feb. 22, 2024) – Today, Adrienne Balkum declared her candidacy for Mayor of McLendon-Chisholm, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to providing visionary leadership and serving the community with integrity and dedication. “I’m excited to continue my dedicated service to our community, and my hard work to […]