Courtney Miller becomes first female Eagle Scout from Rockwall County troop

Courtney Miller becomes first female Eagle Scout from Rockwall County troop

Rockwall, TX (September 27, 2023) – In 2019, the Boy Scouts of America began letting girls into their flagship program, Boy Scouts, renaming the program Scouts BSA.  Local Troop 1524 was founded in 2020 to give females between the ages of 11 to 17 in Rockwall County the opportunity to participate in the Scouts BSA […]

Lifesavers take action

Lifesavers take action

Rockwall, TX (September 27, 2023) – Rockwall Mayor Trace Johannesen and City Council recently recognized several employees with a Life-Saving Award for working together to save the life of a Farmer’s Market vendor. On July 1, Farmer John of State 28 Farm suffered a cardiac arrest, and Rockwall Parks & Recreation employee Bryan Escobar jumped […]

Property with Divine Purpose – Hall family’s historic home lays foundation for new church

Property with Divine Purpose – Hall family’s historic home lays foundation for new church

Rockwall, TX (September 26, 2023) – Countless cars cruise Lakeshore Drive daily, unaware of the profound history that lies just a few yards away. A deep and heartfelt history found in the home of a family deeply rooted in faith and Rockwall, led by a patriot with a witty humor and a strong sense of service. The home, a fixture in the neighborhood, […]

Northeast Dallas County Kiwanis Club and Rowlett Lions Club partner for Rowlett Citywide Food Drive

Northeast Dallas County Kiwanis Club and Rowlett Lions Club partner for Rowlett Citywide Food Drive

Rowlett, TX (September 13, 2023) – September is Hunger Action Month. Unfortunately, the number of people who need assistance with food continues to grow in our community. In fact, over 27% of children under 18 in Dallas County live in households that have experienced food insecurity in the past year. We need your help to […]

First United Methodist Church ‘Tis the Season Bazaar announced

First United Methodist Church ‘Tis the Season Bazaar announced

Rockwall, TX (August 18, 2023) – The First United Methodist Church of Rockwall will be hosting the annual ‘Tis the Season Bazaar on Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 9:00am – 3:00pm at the church located at 1200 Yellow Jacket Lane, Rockwall 75087.  Admission is $1.00 or one can of food for Helping Hands food pantry. ‘Tis […]

Qavah the Storehouse joins with DFPS to provide clothing for children in foster care

Qavah the Storehouse joins with DFPS to provide clothing for children in foster care

Greenville, Texas (August 15, 2023) — Qavah the Storehouse, a community-driven organization committed to supporting families and children in need, joined forces with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to provide essential clothing items to children in foster care. Kelly Archibald and Cheyenne Weable, the passionate minds behind Qavah the Storehouse, orchestrated […]

More than a Meal: Gala planned to help provide critical services, support for local seniors

More than a Meal: Gala planned to help provide critical services, support for local seniors

Rockwall, TX (August 7, 2023) – Nourishment. Independence. Support. Opportunity. Community. Purpose. Hope. Grace. Dignity. Is there simply ONE of these words that resonates most with a senior citizen? At Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County, we address ALL of them! Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are OPEN for our 2023 “AND SO IT […]

Unique project aims to build relationships, connect community

Unique project aims to build relationships, connect community

Heath, TX (August 7, 2023) – “Community Forthcoming” declares The Social Hall of Heath. To Parker Hall this declaration is a commitment. As developer of The Social Hall of Heath, his passion comes through as he talks about Heath, the project, and what his family wants to build. After graduating from UT, Parker had the […]

Grassroots group of community leaders raises money for Rockwall area non-profits

Grassroots group of community leaders raises money for Rockwall area non-profits

Rockwall, TX (August 4, 2023) – Lakeside Leaders is a group of over 100 individuals who are passionate about giving back to our community. We gather twice a year for a one-hour meeting where members will have a chance to hear about three local charities and their specific and immediate needs. The membership then votes […]

Rockwall Rotarians serve community through monthly North Texas Mobile Food Bank distribution

Rockwall Rotarians serve community through monthly North Texas Mobile Food Bank  distribution

Rockwall, TX (July 13, 2023) – On the first Friday of each month, the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) arrives to Our Savior Lutheran Church in Rockwall to provide food for those in need. Each month, the church and the NTFB can count on Rockwall Rotarians to give their time and energy! The July distribution […]