GISD schools rate in top six percent statewide

(GARLAND, TX – Sept. 17, 2016) With more than 8,600 schools throughout Texas, seven from Garland ISD rate among the top six percent. On Tuesday, the Texas Education Agency released distinction designations earned by campuses statewide. These are part of the 2016 accountability ratings. Approximately 400 schools in Texas achieved a Met Standard rating and […]

Rockwall ISD honors first responders prior to football game Sept 9

Rockwall ISD honors first responders prior to football game Sept 9

(ROCKWALL, TX – Sept. 16, 2016) To honor first responders everywhere, Rockwall ISD, along with Rest Haven Funeral Home, recognized first responders at a pre-game ceremony prior to the Rockwall High School versus Carroll High School football game on September 9. “Through this remembrance ceremony, we will send a message to the world,” said Dr. […]

PHOTOS: Cotton Bowl Stadium Prep Showcase

PHOTOS: Cotton Bowl Stadium Prep Showcase

(ROCKWALL, TX — Sept.3, 2016) The Rockwall Yellowjackets almost mounted a comeback in the final game of the Cotton Bowl Stadium Prep Showcase on Saturday, but fell just short 34-32 against the Rowlett Eagles. The Jackets trailed going into halftime 24-12 and things got worse to start the second half when Rowlett took the ensuing kickoff 90 […]

Firefighters Ball draws record attendance, honors boy injured on Lake Ray Hubbard

Firefighters Ball draws record attendance, honors boy injured on Lake Ray Hubbard

(ROCKWALL, TX — Sept. 1, 2016) “No Brother Battles Alone.” No words ever rang so true for Lewisville Firefighter Austin McKitrick, wife Kelly McKitrick and their three-year-old son Aiden, grantee of the 4th Annual Firefighters Ball held on Saturday, Aug. 27, at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront.  Close to 800 people – including North Texas firefighters […]

Ribbon cutting welcomes Baker’s Ribs to Rowlett

Ribbon cutting welcomes Baker’s Ribs to Rowlett

(ROWLETT, TX — Aug. 31, 2016) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Baker’s Ribs (3318 Lakeview Pkwy) last week with a ribbon cutting. Baker’s Ribs is a family-owned and operated business, celebrating 25 years of service. Founded in 1988, the restaurant has grown into 6 locations in Dallas and surrounding areas with an additional […]

Drug Prevention Resources welcomes newest partner

Drug Prevention Resources welcomes newest partner

(ROCKWALL, TX —Aug. 31, 2016) The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids, a national nonprofit committed to helping families struggling with their son or daughter’s substance use, announced last week that Partnership for a Drug-Free Texas, an initiative of Drug Prevention Resources, will become their newest Alliance Partner. Based in Dallas, Drug Prevention Resources is the oldest […]

Rowlett Chamber holds ribbon cutting for First Choice Emergency Room

Rowlett Chamber holds ribbon cutting for First Choice Emergency Room

(ROWLETT, TX — Aug. 24, 2016) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member First Choice Emergency Room with a ribbon cutting on Friday, Aug. 19. First Choice Emergency Room, located at 3301 Lakeview Pkwy, is the nation’s leading network of independent freestanding emergency rooms; it is both the largest and the oldest. First Choice […]