“Winners never quit. Quitters never win.” –Vince Lombardi, Green Bay Packers head coach 1959-67 Sorry, Vince. I’m going to go out on a shaky brittle limb and disagree with a Hall of Fame coach. You see, quitting is in every winner’s vocabulary. Here’s just a few examples of people you would have loved coaching, but […]
(Rockwall) June 5, 2013 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed new member Jack Palmer Photography with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Jack Palmer Photography’s main business focus includes architectural, commercial, landscaping, event and corporate photography. He also provides portrait services for families, children, high school seniors, etc. His art pieces available for sale […]
(Poetry) June 5, 2013 – Don’t miss the FREE Poetry Music Festival Summer Jam beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 8 at Luther’s Donkey Pasture in Hunt County, 75160. Cotton Creek, The Pirahnas, and the David Vineyard Band (DVB) will be providing the entertainment, followed by the BIG BARN JAM. Bring the usual suspects – […]
(Rockwall) June 4, 2013 – Sean and Aidan Rice worked together as a team to count the U.S. flags on display at Rockwall Crossing Orthodontics in honor of Memorial Day. The two brothers, along with fellow patient Amy Brodgin, came the closest to guessing the correct amount. Amy and the winning duo won prize packages that […]
Informational meeting July 8; Classes start Aug 21 (Rockwall County) June 4, 2013 – Do you have a love of gardening? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? Consider becoming a Certified Master Gardener. The Rockwall County Master Gardener Association is a volunteer development organization that is an integral part of Texas A&M AgriLife […]
(Royse City) June 4, 2013 – Congratulations to Gordon and Jennifer Hay at 110 County Line Road for being chosen as the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Yard of the Month winner! The purpose of the program is to recognize Royse City’s citizens who demonstrate above-average efforts in maintaining their property, thereby contributing to the overall appearance of the community […]
Congratulations to the Rockwall ISD The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently selected the Rockwall ISD as its May 2013 Partner Spotlight of the Month. Chamber president Dana Macalik recognized the RISD for its commitment and participation as a partner in the Chamber. She noted that Rockwall High School was the host site for the […]
Congratulations to Valedictorian Katelyn Holboke & Salutatorian John Stanley (Rockwall) June 3, 2013 – Valedictorian Katelyn Holboke, daughter of Matthew and Carolyn Holboke, has attended Rockwall Christian Academy for four years, participating in Varsity Basketball, Cheer, Volleyball and Yearbook. Her Junior and Senior years, she received academic awards in English, Math, History, Bible and Science, and […]
BRADLEY CHILCOTE (Rockwall) June 3, 2013 – A number of very dedicated volunteers give their time and talent to the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, to recruit and welcome new members, help with special events, and represent their respective companies. The Ambassadors group is often the first exposure some members have to the Chamber. The Chamber […]
Hawaiian Falls celebrates 10 years 10-year-olds get in free on June 10; kids under 10 only $10 (June 1, 2013) Hawaiian Falls will celebrate its 10th birthday at its original waterpark in Garland on Monday, June 10. As part of the celebration, the public is invited to help set a record of 10 hours of […]