(ROCKWALL ISD-December 25, 2012) Fifth grade students at Cullins Lake Pointe Elementary delivered a sweet treat to residents at Senior Care Lake Pointe Nursing home. The students made a life-sized gingerbread house for the residents to enjoy during the holiday season. They visited with the residents, caroled and passed out cards to wish them a Merry Christmas. Shared by Kristie Leavell, […]
(ROCKWALL-December 25, 2012) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Not So Plain Jane with a ribbon cutting ceremony on December 18. Not So Plain Jane is a truely unique boutique specializing in ladies clothing (sizes small to 3X), handmade jewelry, and Urban Charm decor. They are located at 112 N. San Jacinto in Rockwall, TX […]
(December 25, 2012) Is all that candy in your Christmas stocking too much for you? Clara would be a much better fit. This little seven-month-old stocking stuffer is pure sweetness. She was born with underdeveloped eyes, so she’s blind. Once she gets used to her surroundings, you’ll barely notice that she can’t see. In fact, she […]
(HEATH-December 19, 2012) The City of Heath recently honored employees for an outstanding performance in 2012, including Utility Supervisor Larry Dunham, who was named Employee of the Year. “Larry has demonstrated exemplary service to the City and citizens since joining us in 2007,” said City Manager Ed Thatcher. “He is always willing to go the […]
(ROCKWALL ISD-December 20, 2012) Fourth grade students at Grace Hartman Elementary used the holiday season for a Service Learning Project. The students decided instead of bringing a book or gift for a classroom gift exchange, they wanted to help others in their community. Some students brought books for a donation to the Boys and Girls […]
(ROCKWALL-December 20, 2012) Women in Need, a nonprofit organization serving Rockwall County that assists in the fight against domestic violence, is seeking support from the community to help a mother and her three children during an extremely difficult time. The recently divorced mother lost her home and is moving into a two bedroom apartment. She […]
(ROCKWALL ISD-December 20,2012) Mrs. Moss’s kindergarten class celebrated the season with a special Christmas Party today. The Amy Parks Heath Elemetnary students are so excited about Christmas break! Photo submitted by Jenni Knox. To share your good news, events and holiday photos, email .
(ROCKWALL – December 5, 2012) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County is in urgent need of donations following deep cuts in federal and state funding, as well as an increasing need for services. During 2012, MOW provided more 45,000 meals for homebound seniors and the disabled in Rockwall County in part by local government funding, […]
(December 19, 2012) The Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County welcomed two special guests to their noon meeting on Dec. 18, in order to present them with check donations for their respective organizations. Kiwanis President Glen Farris presented Margie VerHagen, Executive Director of Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County, with a check for $800. Bonnie LaVielle, […]
(November 28, 2012) Santa Claus is getting some help when he visits the homeless pets of the DFW area. This holiday season will be even more meaningful for the orphaned pets of North Texas thanks to Dr. Keith Webb and his staff at Pet Doctor. Those homeless dogs and cats will receive much-needed medical care […]