In-Sync Exotics welcomes baby bobcat

In-Sync Exotics welcomes baby bobcat

(Wylie) September 1, 2012 – A baby bobcat was found sitting on the side of a busy road by a couple in Royce City. After keeping it as a pet for about two weeks, the couple decided it was time to re-home him. On August 1, 2012, the couple brought the young bobcat to us. […]

Rockwall MusicFest, Greater Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate ten years

Rockwall MusicFest, Greater Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate ten years

Free anniversary concert, new Entertainment Series to mark decade of cultural growth (Rockwall) August 24, 2012 – Labor Day weekend is just around the corner, and the Rockwall community has an opportunity to celebrate the holiday in a ‘noteworthy’ way.  It’s the 10th anniversary of Rockwall MusicFest and the Greater Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra. Free 10th […]

Christian Montessori school opens at First Baptist-Heath

Christian Montessori school opens at First Baptist-Heath

Discovery School is first Christian Montessori in DFW Metroplex to offer complete Hands-On-Bible curriculum (Rockwall/Heath) August 22, 2012 – On December 15, 2006, Norma Morris, Head of  School at Country Day Montessori School, turned off the lights for the last time on Plaza Drive after 29 years in Rockwall. Within weeks, the school was torn down […]

DWI No Refusal Program in force over Labor Day weekend

(Rockwall County) August 22, 2012 – Law enforcement agencies from across Rockwall County will conduct a DWI No Refusal Program during the upcoming Labor Day holiday.  This is a program whereby warrants will be sought to draw blood from individuals who are suspected of driving while intoxicated and have refused to provide a breath or […]

Update on West Nile exposure in Rockwall County

Joint Press Release of Rockwall County, City of Rockwall, City of Heath, City of McLendon-Chisholm, City of Fate, City of Royse City (Rockwall) August 13, 2012 – Dr. Gary Bonacquisti, Rockwall County Health Authority, has reported that there are confirmed cases of West Nile virus in Rockwall County.  Epidemiological tests are being run to determine an accurate […]

Shepherd’s Place Preschool celebrates opening of new playground

FUMC Royse City provides nurturing environment, fully developed curriculum for preschoolers (Royse City) August 9, 2012 – The Royse City Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new playground at Shepherds Place Preschool. First United Methodist Church Royse City offers high quality, Christian preschool for children ages 2 […]

Rockwall ISD opens to students from surrounding communities

Rockwall ISD opens to students from surrounding communities

Tuition-based enrollment for students outside the district begins this fall (Rockwall ISD) August 8, 2012 – Beginning this fall, Rockwall ISD will welcome a limited number of students from outside of its current boundary lines through its first ever Tuition-Based Enrollment Program. The new program allows students to apply for enrollment regardless of their home […]

Free back-to-school haircuts at Royse City salon

(Royse City) August 7, 2012 – The Lighthouse Salon, located at 106 East Main Street in Royse City, is offering free haircuts for students in pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade from 8 a.m. to noon Monday, August 20. Call 214-929-0673 for more information.   For more back-to-school news, discounts and specials around DFW, visit our Back-2-School […]

Mentors to host Livestock Introduction meeting for students interested in 4-H projects

(Rockwall) July 25, 2012 – Rockwall County Livestock Mentors are hosting a Livestock Introduction meeting from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the Rockwall ISD Ag. Science Center, 875 Riding Club Road. This event is for Rockwall County Youth interested in having a 4-H animal livestock project including cattle, hogs, goats, sheep […]