Heath author publishes second novel, ‘Anger’

(Rockwall / Heath) August 8, 2013 – Heath author Carolyn Roosth just published her second novel, ANGER, which follows last year’s publication of DENIAL.  Both are available in ebook and print formats at smashwords.com and amazon.com.   The author grew up on a farm outside a small town in East Texas and was the first in her […]

Rockwall ISD meets standard under new state STAAR/EOC accountability guidelines

(Rockwall) August 8, 2013 – Rockwall Independent School District is pleased to announce that under the new STAAR/EOC accountability guidelines, the district as a whole as well as each individual campus has “Met Standard” according to the State of Texas.  The district was evaluated on 79 indicators including performance, participation and graduation.  Rockwall ISD met […]

National 811 Day is coming! Can you dig it?

Atmos Energy reminds homeowners and contractors to call 811 before digging into your next outdoor project (Dallas) August 5, 2013 – Before you dig into your next outdoor project, Atmos Energy Corporation is reminding every homeowner, construction crew and do-it-yourselfer to call 811. The reminder comes as utilities across the nation recognize August 11, 2013, […]

Chamber welcomes Rockwall Lighting Flooring Design Center

(Rockwall) August 6, 2013 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony welcoming new member Rockwall Lighting Flooring Design Center. Rockwall Lighting Flooring Design Center handles all your lighting, flooring and hardware needs. If you are building a new home, remodeling an existing home or simply replacing or updating your […]

Homeschool orchestra offered for Rockwall area instrumentalists

(Rockwall) August 6, 2013 –  The Rockwall School of Music is offering a homeschool orchestra for the 2013-14 school year. The orchestra is open to all homeschool students in the greater Rockwall area. Instrumentalists with one or more years of experience are invited to participate. More experienced players are invited to audition for an advanced level […]

Rockwall Republican Women to host Women of Influence Tea

Purchase tickets now for Aug 17 celebration (Rockwall County) August 5, 2013 – Saturday, August 17, 2013, is the 2013 Women of Influence Tea sponsored by the Rockwall County Republican Women. The doors of Occasions at Stone River will open at 10 a.m. to let everyone mingle and place bids on outstanding silent auction items. Join with […]

Meet Buttercup, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(Rockwall) August 5, 2013 – Those of us of a certain age – ahem – may remember the popular Foundations’ hit “Build Me Up Buttercup.” This dog has little in common with the femme fatale of that song. In fact, prepared to be charmed. When you’re in the presence of this delightful dog, you’ll feel an […]