Rockwall Summer Musicals announces cast for 1776

(ROCKWALL-May 1, 2013) Rockwall Summer Musicals has just announced the cast of its upcoming production of 1776, running June 27-30, 2013 at the Rockwall High School Performing Arts Center. The talented new cast is led by actors, singers and dancers from all over the metroplex.  Cast members include:JOHN ADAMS-Marty Scott BEN FRANKLIN-Jason Kane THOMAS JEFFERSON-Andrew Greenberg […]

‘Southern Exposure’ to debut May 11 at First Baptist Church Wylie

(May 1, 2013) A Southern Exposure, a multi-award winning comedy-drama by native Texan Kelley Kingston-Strayer, makes its Lone Star state debut at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the First Baptist Church in historic downtown Wylie. First developed and produced by the Tony Award winning Barter Theatre for the 2011-2012 season, A Southern Exposure went on to productions from L.A. to […]

‘I’ve got a bad feeling about this’

‘I’ve got a bad feeling about this’

You don’t know what you don’t know, but here’s 5 ways to find out (May 1, 2013) Your search for strategies that drive new business to your doorstep is a never-ending one.  When I work with business owners on their marketing strategies, the responses I get usually fall into these categories. See if any of these […]

Ribbon cutting for Texas A&M Commerce at Rockwall

(ROCKWALL-April 30, 2013) Texas A&M University-Commerce now has an expanded location in Rockwall offering an MBA, Masters in Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) in Supervision,  Curriculum and Instruction. The location, situated in the Rockwall Technology Park, is a state-of-the-art facility designed to optimize students’ learning.  It spans 25,500 […]

Providence Place celebrates relocation to The Harbor with ribbon cutting

(ROCKWALL-April 30, 2013) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Providence Place Bridal Shop and Wedding Center, which recently relocated to The Harbor. The “One Stop Wedding Shop” has everything you need for your wedding. They carry designer wedding gowns that can fit ANY budget.  They also carry bridesmaid dresses, […]

Meet Peaches, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL-April 30, 2013)Have you been dreaming of a life that’s nothing but peaches and cream? This friendly dog can help.Peaches is one of the most easy-going dogs imaginable. Her positive outlook on life is infectious. She’s small in stature, so that’s why she prefers to be a lap dog. She gets along with everyone and […]

Friends of Rockwall Library hosts raffle for free golf for four

(ROCKWALL-April 30, 2013) The Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club has generously donated a round of golf for four at the newly renovated 18-hole golf course 2600 Champions Drive, at The Shores in Rockwall. A second raffle prize was recently added. The lucky winner will have Neat and Clean Maids of Mesquite perform their choice of […]

Big changes for Rockwall’s Code Enforcement Dept

Surveys, cookouts planned for community input (ROCKWALL-April 30, 2013) The City of Rockwall’s Code Enforcement Department is: Changing its name – to Neighborhood Improvement Services Department (NIS); Changing its focus – from enforcement to improvements; and Changing its direction – a neighborhood’s priorities will become its priorities. The department’s goal is to help foster a strong […]

Q&A with retiring Heath City Councilman Bob Hille

(HEATH-April 27, 2013) Retiring Heath City Councilman Bob Hille is truly an officer and a gentleman, as evidenced by a lifetime of service to God, country and community. The 82-year-old will soon celebrate 59 years of marriage to his wife, Bobbie, about whom he says, “any discussion of my family starts with her; she is […]