(ROCKWALL, TX — January 29, 2018) On Jan. 26, Rep. John Ratcliffe recognized Rockwall High School student Kevin Smith on his appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy. Smith, a senior at RHS, is the first student from Texas’ 4th Congressional to receive and accept an appointment to any academy for the 2018-2019 school year. “I’d […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — January 29, 2018) Folks often ask me why I say “bless” so often. I even have a plaque a friend gave me that says, “Bless”. I suppose I say it because I am blessed. Blessed to know you. Blessed to have kids that love me. Blessed to have 47 years of forgiveness […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — January 25, 2018) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recognized the outstanding contributions of local businesses, organizations and individuals to the community during its East Bound and Down Annual Awards Banquet on Jan. 23 at Southern Junction. Congratulations to the following winners of each category: Best Practices in Community Involvement: Southwest Kia […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — January 24, 2018) The Leadership Rockwall Class of 2018 is seeking sponsors for their class project: “Rockwall Information Resource Hubs” specifically designed to assist families in the community that find themselves in the midst of crisis or transition. The project will see the installation of nine dedicated computer resource stations in existing […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — January 22, 2018) Have you heard of the weeping prophet, Jeremiah? I suppose since I heard back from so many self-described Pollyannas last week, that I should give some time to the lamentators in our lives… those that rehearse the difficulties of life, reminding us of the darker side of life. (I’m […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — January 19, 2018) Eleven-year-old Gage Duke of Rockwall, founder of nonprofit Just Cuz Helmets Matter, will roll out his message on bike safety on television screens across the country when he’s featured on Harry Connick Jr.’s talk show “Harry” on Jan. 22. The show will air on Monday at 2 p.m. on […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — January 18, 2018) During its Jan. 18 meeting, the Rockwall Noon Rotary Club inducted Rockwall Chamber President Tom Manskey as a member and awarded its Rotary Student of Honor from Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School. Pullen Elementary 6th grade student Grace Stilley was recognized by her school principal Michael Stuart and her […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — January 17, 2018) Lander Bethel of Sherman and Catherine Krantz of Emory are two Democratic candidates running for US Congress, Texas District 4. The March 6, 2018, Democratic primary will decide which one of them goes on to face the Republican primary winner, Dr. John Cooper of Sulphur Springs or the incumbent […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Janaury 17, 2018) Rockwall Community Playhouse will hold auditions for Lend Me a Tenor, directed by Jill Lightfoot on Saturday February 17th at 1 pm and Sunday February 18th at 6:30 pm with callbacks on Wednesday February 21st at 7 pm. Performances will be held: May 11-13, 18-20 and 25-26. Friday and […]
(FATE, TX — January 17, 2018) During the City Council meeting held Monday, January 8th, 2018, the City of Fate debuted three (3) new promotional videos highlighting the community, the downtown revitalization, and economic development opportunities. “We are very excited about the future in Fate,” said Mayor Lorne Megyesi. “These videos are an excellent way […]