Still time to sign up for Friday’s Hippie Glow Run

ROCKWALL, TX (July 8, 2014) This Friday, Rockwall Community Playhouse will host its second annual 1Mile/5K to raise money to build a new theater – and it’s not too late to register. The Hippie Glow Run–Peace, Love & RCP event will begin at 8 p.m. July 11 at Harry Myers Park. Pre-registration is $25 for the 5K […]

Statewide boat-draining rule takes effect today

Statewide boat-draining rule takes effect today

ROCKWALL, TX (July 1, 2014) Beginning July 1, boaters must drain all water from their boat and on-board receptacles before leaving or approaching a body of fresh water anywhere in Texas. The new Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regulation is designed to help combat the further spread of zebra mussels and other invasive species. It […]

Rockwall Chamber “Caddyshack” Golf Tournament winners

ROCKWALL, TX. (June 30, 2014) On June 20th, the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 3rd Annual Rockwall Open “Caddyshack” Golf Tournament. Thirty-six teams competed in the event, which was held at Buffalo Creek Golf Club. The tournament is a tradition among Rockwall’s finest business-minded golfers. The festivities began with a pre-tournament Par-Tee on […]

Keeping 4th of July festivities fun and safe

Lake Pointe Medical Center Shares Fireworks Safety Tips for July Fourth ROCKWALL,TX. (June 30, 2014) As the weather heats up and families migrate outdoors, winter toys are traded in for sunscreen and sand pails. The summer months promise warm days and one of the most anticipated night: the Fourth of July. While fireworks are beautiful […]

Rowlett Chamber hosts Mercer Place ribbon cutting

ROWLETT,TX. (June 30, 2014) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome their newest member, Mercer Place Assisted Living. Mercer Place Assisted Living delivers a pioneering approach to assisted living. The goal is to give residents a supportive, stimulating environment where they will they will thrive in mind, body, and spirit. Residents are treated […]

Texas Heath Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall earns Safety Award

ROCKWALL, TX (June 30, 2014) Healthgrades, a national company that compiles healthcare quality and safety ratings, recently released their list of top performers in patient safety.  Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall is pleased to announce, for the second year in a row, that they are included as a Patient Safety Excellence Award recipient.  The hospitals […]

Rockwall Breakfast Rotary inducts new president

ROCKWALL, TX (June 30, 2014) The Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club is very happy to announce that Nancy Runge was sworn in on June 23 as their incoming president. Nancy is the Supervisor of District Office Services with Farmer’s Electric Cooperative and a graduate of the University of Oklahoma. A year as the president of The […]

Rockwall Square Dance Club to host lessons

ROCKWALL, TX (June 30, 2014) The Rockwall Square Dance Club will present another series of square dance lessons this fall.  Lessons will be held on Tuesdays beginning August 5 from 7:45 to 9:30 p.m. at the Center, 108 E. Washington and will continue through December 16. Lessons are $49 for city residents and $75 for […]

Local Republican women earn awards

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX. (June 27, 2014) Jerry Fisher and Laverne Kennimer were each awarded a Tribute to Women Gold Pin by the Texas Federation of Republican Women. They were honored at the State Republican Convention for their dedication and contributions to the Rockwall County Republican Women’s Club and the Republican Party. Courtesy photo. To share […]

Personality, caring attitude accounts for bank employee’s success

ROCKWALL,TX. (June 27, 2014) ‘Relationship Banker’ is printed on Dorothy Spradlin’s business cards for BB&T Bank, Rockwall Branch. The word relationship is defined as “the state of connectedness between two or more persons.” A Relationship Banker must be outgoing, professional, have good communication skills and a strong work ethic. Perfect match – Dorothy’s business cards […]