Program set for the October 9 meeting of Friends of the Library (Rockwall) September 24, 2012 – The marker for Luther Watson Bowles sits in the hot September sun at the intersection of two driveways in the Rockwall Memorial Cemetery. It is not very different from all the other gray granite tombstones, showing the family name and […]
September 24, 2012 – If you’re the gambling type, you’ll hit the jackpot with Reno. This little guy is outgoing, intelligent and handsome. He’s crate trained, and he’s very friendly with kids, other dogs and cats. And it’s a sure bet that he loves to chase after puppy toys. Reno will make sure the odds […]
(Rockwall ISD) September 24, 2012 – Students in Mrs. Bridgewater’s 5th grade Social Studies class were engaged in their learning this past week by using iPads to complete research. The students worked in pairs to gather information in order to complete a project. This is the first year Rockwall ISD elementary students have had access […]
(Rockwall ISD) September 24, 2012 – On Monday, September 17, Cody Hodges, Rachel’s Challenge Certified Trainer, assembled with the entire faculty, staff, and 722 students at Utley Middle School. Rachel’s Challenge is a program that empowers students and adults with strategies to effectively confront bullying and feelings of isolation with kindness and compassion. In addition, […]
(Rockwall) September 12, 2012 – Step right up to experience the sights, sounds and tastes of The Harbor, North Texas’ premier dining, shopping and entertainment district on the picturesque shores of Lake Ray Hubbard. The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce presents “Rockin’ at The Harbor,” a circus-themed evening of progressive pop-in parties and live music under […]
(Rockwall) September 24, 2012 – The Aspasians kicked off their new year with a meeting at the new Nineteen Restaurant at the Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club. Pictured are new inductees Lauren Hooper, Cara Warren and Heather Webb. The group is celebrating its 40th year as a philanthropic organization for Rockwall County women. The club […]
Duck Fest unites community in support of Boys & Girls Club and Meals on Wheels of Rockwall County (Rockwall) September 19, 2012 – More than 3,000 yellow rubber ducks will splash down in the fountains of The Harbor on Lake Ray Hubbard this Saturday, ready to float to the finish line in Rockwall’s inaugural Rubber […]
(Rockwall) September 20, 2012 – In celebration of a decade of cultural growth, Rockwall MusicFest presents its 2012-13 Entertainment Series – which kicks off in November and features four unforgettable evenings of jazz, swing, a capella and comedy. Co-founded in 2002 by Ruth Peck and the late Mary Eileen House, Rockwall MusicFest and the Greater Rockwall […]
September 19, 2012 –Parent meetings are being held this week for girls that are interested in joining Girl Scouts. Meetings are at various times on Thursday, September 20 at the Royse City First United Methodist Church, 305 N. Josephine Street at Highway 66 in Royse City, 75189. The meeting times are: The Daisy (Kindergarten and […]
September 19, 2012 – The National Charity League Freshman Class learns about helping others at a volunteer orientation conducted by Rockwall Helping Hands Executive Director Margo Nielsen. The NCL class also conducted a food drive to help fill shelves at the Food Pantry of Helping Hands. NCL is a non-profit national organization of mothers and […]