A ‘Fair-ly’ Unusual Occupation September 30, 2014 – From chicken fried baked potatoes to funnel cakes and corn dogs, there’s no doubt that food is a main attraction at the State Fair of Texas. But for those who prefer to steer clear of artery-clogging entrees, this year’s wild Mustang sculpture is a healthy way to enjoy […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 29, 2014) David Routh, a longtime North Texan and avid fisherman, won first place in the National Junior Division for Bluegill in both 1958 and 1960; wins that secured a mention in Field and Stream. Yet, even with all those accolades, his most unique trophy came not from a tournament, but from a […]
(September 23, 2014) Texas Turnpike Corp. today announced a series of informal opportunities in which interested property owners may ask questions and make comments about the proposed Northeast Gateway toll road project expected to help address growing mobility challenges in Hunt, Collin, Rockwall and northeast Dallas counties. “We are committed to talking with as many […]
Blacklands Corridor / Northeast Gateway Feasibility Study Public Input Meeting In Rockwall September 22nd at 6:30 PM Rockwall High School Performing Arts Center at The Utley Middle School Campus 1201 T L Townsend Drive, Rockwall, Texas 75087 Doors open to the public at 5:30 PM. ROCKWALL, TX (September 22, 2014) The public meeting cut short Sept. 4 […]
Study concluding, public encouraged to stay involved as recommendations move forward September 10, 2014 – The rescheduled public meeting about transportation in the area between Greenville and Garland will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22 at The Rockwall High School Performing Arts Center at The Utley Middle School Campus. Following the presentations, attendees will […]
Duck Regatta returns to The Harbor The third annual Rubber Duck Regatta kicks off Saturday, September 20 and event coordinators Brenda Cross and Ariana Hargrove have high hopes that it will be a splashing success. Participants purchase rubber ducks to benefit Meals on Wheels and Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County, and if they […]
ROCKWALL, TX (August 27, 2014) The Rockwall City Council will hear a presentation from Public Werks, Inc. regarding the proposed Blacklands Corridor / Northeast Gateway / Tollway Study and Planning at its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 2, 2014, 4 PM at City Hall, 385 S. Goliad Street. This will be the first presentation made […]
ROCKWALL, TX (August 26, 2014) Rockwall native Matthew Watkins, 12, couldn’t have given a more confident (and perhaps, a little teasing) response when asked about his recent top 10 finish at the U.S. Kids Golf World Championship in Pinehurst, North Carolina. “It was easy,” he said with a shrug and a smile. Matthew came in […]
ROCKWALL, TX (August 24, 2014) Lakes Regional Community Center along with the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the opening of “Connections,” a state of the art facility serving adults and children with Autism and other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Local officials including Mayor David Sweet, County Commissioner Cliff Sevier, John […]
ROCKWALL, TX (August 24, 2014) Lakeside AMBUCS will host its first annual golf tournament Friday, October 24 at Waterview Golf Club, 9509 Waterview Parkway in Rowlett, 75089. Lakeside AMBUCS is a nonprofit service organization comprised of a diverse group of business men and women from Rockwall and surrounding areas who are dedicated to creating mobility and […]