(ROCKWALL, TX — October 30, 2017) She leaps and she spins. And the rest of us try to keep up with her. I was somewhat petrified before meeting Raina. Not scared stiff—just stiff. Now, a decade later, I’m thankful for the years of attending her cardio-exercise classes at a local gym. Her dance routines, which […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — October 30, 2017) It’s embarrassing to say, but I still get teary-eyed when I watch Cinderella Man, and the first time I saw Russell Crowe’s portrayal of the Depression Era boxer, James J. Braddock, I was a blubbering idiot. Angie elbowed me, whispering how I needed to get ahold of myself. I […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Oct. 27, 2017) Lee Gilbert, Rockwall County Commissioner Precinct 2, has announced that he is running for re-election to continue his commitment to a “common sense approach to conservative government”. Since taking office in January 2015, Mr. Gilbert has advocated the lowering of property tax rates for Rockwall County for the […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 27, 2017) The Williams Middle School Orchestra recently competed in the TMEA All-Region Orchestra Auditions at Allen High School. Other schools from our region include Allen, McKinney, Lovejoy, Sherman and all of Rockwall. The following WMS students were selected: Violin Carrissa Heimer Mia Vu Kyle Gibson Joseph Nguyen Viola Jessica Alvarado Leta […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Oct. 27, 2017) Eight students from the Rockwall-Heath High School Orchestra recently earned chairs in the Region 25 All-Region Orchestra. Students from Allen, McKinney, Wylie, Lovejoy and Rockwall ISD competed for chairs in this distinguished group. The following students earned chairs in the All-Region Orchestra: Gillian Boley – Violin Keith Boudewijn – Violin […]
(ROCKWALL, TX—October 26, 2017) Local Rockwall High School senior Regan Watson and her mom Nicole are making noise for turquoise during October, National Dysautonomia Awareness Month. On Tuesday, Oct. 24, they hosted a fundraiser at Joe Willy’s in Rockwall for Dysautonomia International, an organization dedicated to raising awareness about POTS and other similar conditions. After […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 26, 2017) Hello there, I’m Callie and I am on the search for my next fur-ever home. I enjoy spending time with my humans and I play well with my smaller foster fur-siblings (2 smaller dogs and a cat). I would love to meet you so we can be friends. I am […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – October 26, 2017) 100 Business Leaders of Rockwall County delivered checks and cash donations totaling $11,000 to Meals on Wheels of Rockwall County on Wednesday, Oct. 25. The group brings together 100 or more business leaders several times per year to hear presentations from local nonprofits. After each pitch, the business leaders […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 25, 2017) Rockwall ISD will hold four community education summits, open to the public, November 6-7 to discuss the future of the district. As Rockwall ISD continues to grow at an exciting pace, it is important to celebrate past successes and create a new vision to ensure Rockwall ISD continues its […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 25, 2017) You may have noticed the new additions in Downtown Rockwall recently. There are a few fancy tools to help you navigate the Square and all it has to offer. Three new kiosks adorn strategic locations around the downtown area to help visitors find the goods and services they need quickly […]