Meals on Wheels volunteer Jim Otto in the spotlight

Meals on Wheels volunteer Jim Otto in the spotlight

ROCKWALL COUNTY (January 22, 2014) Meals on Wheels Senior Services recently recognized Jim Otto as Volunteer Spotlight for the month of December. “Jim is one of our super subs we see frequently, sometimes 3,4 even 5 times a week.  Always professional and always with a smile even when he takes in 2 or 3 drivers […]

Newcomers welcome DA Culpepper, plan February meeting

ROCKWALL COUNTY (January 22, 2014) The Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends proudly welcomed Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney Kenda L. Culpepper as the guest speaker at their January meeting. Culpepper has served on numerous committees and received much acclaim for her outstanding accomplishments. Her extremely relevant and interesting program revealed the epidemic problem of identity […]

Heart-healthy DASH diet tops overall rankings for 4th straight year

ROCKWALL (January 22, 2014) Days before American Heart Month begins Feb. 1, one heart-healthy diet plan has again drawn praise from medical experts for its ability to help prevent diseases such as diabetes and heart disease — the leading cause of death for both men and women, according the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. […]

Groundbreaking event for Marine Corporal Michael Fox’s new home

Groundbreaking event for Marine Corporal Michael Fox’s new home

MCLENDON-CHISHOLM (January 21, 2014) On January 25, 2014 Homes for Our Troops will host a groundbreaking event for Marine Corporal Michael Fox for his new home in McLendon-Chisholm. Cpl Michael Fox was on his third deployment when he suffered traumatic amputations of both of his legs in an IED blast in Musa Qala, Afghanistan on November […]

Online ticket sales begin Feb 1 for Rockwall Women’s League Charity Ball 2014

Online reservations available February 1 To purchase tickets prior to February 1, contact Alison Fox at (214) 883-4721 or  ROCKWALL (January 21, 2014) The Rockwall Women’s League Annual Charity Ball is set for April 12, 2014 at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The nonprofit organization is celebrating its 40th anniversary in style, with Club 40: Jazz at […]

Meet Sophia, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Sophia, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL (January 20, 2019) That big sigh of relief came from Sophia. Her solemn expression is masking her newfound joy. She’s thrilled that she’s finally finished having puppies. Yes, they were adorable and lovable, but there’s only so much work a mother can do. Sophia is finished with motherhood, so she’s ready for her own puppy-like playtime. […]

Rockwall Children’s Chorus offers Singing Valentine’s

ROCKWALL (January 20, 2014) The Rockwall Children’s Chorus will serenade your loved ones with three songs and a gift basket of cookies in celebration of Valentine’s Day. This fundraising event is always a big hit, so order by Tuesday, February 4. The cost is only $25. Singing Valentine’s will be delivered February 14 and 15. […]

Chocolate Indulgence Feb 7 benefiting Women in Need

Chocolate Indulgence Feb 7 benefiting Women in Need

ROCKWALL (January 20, 2014) Enjoy handcrafted chocolate, heavy hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment and dancing at the 1st annual Chocolate Indulgence fundraiser benefiting Women In Need, a safe shelter for victims of domestic violence. The event will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 7 at Allure Restaurant, 501 Yacht Club Drive. Believing that all homes should […]

Rockwall Chamber welcomes Ridge Pointe Athletic Club

Rockwall Chamber welcomes Ridge Pointe Athletic Club

ROCKWALL (January 19, 2014) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed new member Ridge Pointe Athletic Club. Ridge Pointe is a family owned gym and has many services to offer such as tanning beds, aerobic classes, and personal training.  Ridge Pointe has been servicing the Rockwall Area since 1994, longer than any other health […]

Rockwall County A&M Club awards scholarships

ROCKWALL (January 16, 2014) The Rockwall County A&M Club recently awarded scholarships to Rockwall County residents returning to Texas A&M University (College Station) for the spring 2014 semester through its Endowed Scholarship Program. Rockwall County A&M Club Endowed Scholarship Given in Honor of Duke ’60 and Sue Burnett went to Emily Coltharp. Clarence ’65 and […]