PARADE ROUTE MAP: City of Rockwall July 4th Parade

PARADE ROUTE MAP: City of Rockwall July 4th Parade

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 29, 2016) The City of Rockwall will host a July 4th parade and fireworks show to celebrate the Independence Day Holiday. The parade will begin at 11:00 a.m. at Utley Middle School. The parade route is attached and the best locations to see the parade are along Townsend Drive and Clark […]

When math anxiety spreads like a virus

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – June 28, 2016) Math anxiety is a phenomenon that math teachers everywhere observe daily all across the nation.   We see anxiety almost every time a child sits down for an assessment, and it breaks our hearts.  How does a child get to the point where they feel they cannot succeed at a […]

Rockwall celebrates five years of happy pets

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 28, 2016) Before you read this, go to the refrigerator or an ice chest and grab your favorite beverage. It’s time to toast our accomplishments in Rockwall County, especially if you’re a “pet person” like me. Thanks to the Rockwall City Council, our animal shelter has been saving the lives of […]

Veterans invited to ride in special float at Heath’s July 4th parade

Veterans invited to ride in special float at Heath’s July 4th parade

(HEATH, TX — June 27, 2016) For a patriotic hometown American experience, join the festivities at the City of Heath’s Annual Independence Day Parade on Monday, July 4. Parade entry awards will be presented during a patriotic celebration immediately after the parade in Towne Center Park featuring a live barbershop quartet and free popsicles and […]

Dodie’s donates over $5,000 to YMCA’s Angel Camp for kids with special needs

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 27, 2016) Staff and families of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall gathered at Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor Friday, where the restaurant’s co-owners, Mike McRae and Gabe Nicolella, along with General Manger Dan Keils, presented a $5,400 check to the Y’s Angel Camp program. Each year, Dodie’s donates proceeds […]

Rowlett Pet Spotlights: Kate, Mathis and Rose

(ROWLETT, TX – June 27, 2016) Kate is a senior, female Bassett Hound with a white coat and red and chestnut markings. Rose has been well loved in the past. She’s used to car rides and she’s quite the fashion-plate, with her multicolored toenail caps. She likes everyone and gets along well with other dogs. […]

Meet Wiggles, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 27, 2016) Here’s Wiggles! Wiggles is such a fun loving girl, in case you couldn’t tell by the smile on her face. She got her name because her little tail never quits wiggling. She has done well with the others dogs in her foster home and loves the little boy there, […]

Rockwall Library’s Teen Read 2016 offering fun and educational events this summer

Rockwall Library’s Teen Read 2016 offering fun and educational events this summer

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 24, 2016) The Rockwall County Library’s summer reading program is in full swing with several exciting upcoming events. Participating students can attend any one of the following events and count it towards their reading log for a chance to win some awesome prizes, including a Kindle Fire! For more information about […]

Ribbon cutting welcomes Diamond & Daisy to Rockwall

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 23, 2016) Diamond and Daisy was joined by the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce and guests representing the local business community to commemorate the grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Diamond & Daisy is a fashionable online boutique specializing in trendy women’s clothing and accessories dedicated to bringing the latest […]