(ROCKWALL, TX – March 2, 2017) Reelfoot Lake, in northwest Tennessee, came about by a series of earthquakes in 1811 and 1812, and after the land cracked open, water rushed in from the Mississippi River to an extent that folks in Memphis swore Ole’ Man River ran backwards. While explaining myths to my students, I […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – March 2, 2017) The Daughters of the American Revolution Rock Wall Chapter has nominated Ruth Peck, co-founder of Rockwall MusicFest, for the National Society DAR Community Service Award, in recognition of her outstanding volunteerism and helping establish Rockwall as a cultural center for music and the arts. Ruth will be presented the […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – March 1, 2017) The Rockwall Breakfast Rotary hosted the Rotary 4 Way Speech Contest on February 28. Four students from Rockwall High School presented their individual speeches, competing for the chance to move to the next level of competition on March 4th at the Rotary District 5810 competition. These young people are […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — March 1, 2017) Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) released the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s first address to a Joint Session of Congress last night: “It was a privilege to attend President Trump’s first Joint Address to Congress. The President’s message was powerful and optimistic. Tonight, he made it clear that […]
(MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX — March 1, 2017) Last night the McLendon-Chisholm City Council appointed Mr. Jim Herren to fill the seat left vacant by the untimely death of Councilman Jerry Klutts. The unanimous vote follows the previous decision by the council that was made just before the candidate filing deadline, which would have put that decision […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH/FATE, TX (March 1, 2017) Here’s a digital look at our March 2017 print edition. Our print publication now delivers monthly to more than 19,000 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall and Heath. To submit your good news and events, email . CLICK IMAGE TO VIEW: Extra copies are available for pick up at the Rockwall Area […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Feb. 28, 2017) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony last week to welcome Petrissage Massage, located at 201 Laurence Dr. Ste. 103 Heath, TX 75032. The dedication took place on February 21, and included an open house, allowing guests to learn more about massage therapy services. Helen […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Feb. 28, 2017) Eight new volunteers were sworn in for Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) on Wednesday, February 22 by Judge Bret Hall. Pictured from left to right are: Kristy Bailey, Sharon Jordan, Kent Crouch, Raven Williams, Judge Hall, Michele Zeltinger, Amanda Fowler, Brandi Boyd and Debbie Key. Volunteers must […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Feb. 28, 2017) At the 2017 TASBO Annual Conference in Austin, Rockwall ISD Chief Financial Officer Randy McDowell will be sworn in as the President of the Board of Directors for the Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO). McDowell currently serves as President-Elect at TASBO and has been on the TASBO […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Feb. 28, 2017) On Saturday, May 20, Rockwall Old Town Shoppes will host the 2nd Annual Corks & Canvas. The public is invited to stroll through the downtown district and enjoy artwork by local artists from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also on tap, live jazz music during the day and a wine […]