Children, elderly at higher risk for heat-related illness (ROCKWALL, TX – August 11, 2015) With the recent weeks bringing some of the hottest weather Texas has seen all year, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall reminds community members of the importance of keeping hydrated – especially those who plan on spending a lot of time outdoors. For […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – August 10, 2015) The bluegill; a small, often disregarded fish compared to the great gamers like the temperamental largemouth, the finicky trout, or the powerful striper. Also known as the bream, panfish, or (in Texas) the perch, it’s the fish of our childhood, and for most, the first fish we ever caught. […]
ROCKWALL,TX. (August 10, 2015) Grover is a happy boy who wants to stick by your side and be your best friend forever. He’s in the process of trying out a new look. It’s called the “Bald Back End”. He is so cute and happy that you won’t even notice it, but due to some irritating fleas, Grover lost some […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – August 9, 2015) The re-developed, barrier-free Yellow Jacket Park officially opened on Saturday, August 8 with a ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration hosted by the Rockwall Parks and Recreation Department. The playground, which is located on Yellow Jacket Lane behind Hobby Lobby, was proposed to the Rockwall City Council by citizens who […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – August 7, 2015) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Nancy Parkes as its Ambassador of the Month. Ambassadors help welcome and serve new Chamber Partners. They are measured on a point system based on the activity that they generate helping members become involved and engaged. In addition to working […]
Seventy old cyclist takes on 23-mi Hot Rocks course (ROCKWALL, TX – August 7, 2015) After a 50-year break, Larry Maddox is back on his bike. The 70-year-old picked up biking again last year and biked a total of 2500 miles, and plans to bike another 4000 miles this year. For Maddox, biking has plenty […]
(ROCKWALL, TX -August 7, 2015) The community is invited to family-friendly afternoon at Rock Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care, site of the Rally at Rock Ridge Car Show & Cookout from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 8. Enjoy classic beauties and reminisce about good times. Hot dogs, chips and a beverage are […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – August 6, 2015) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County will host its 5th Annual Caregiver Conference on Friday, October 9 at the Rockwall County Library, 1215 E. Yellowjacket Lane. Sponsored by MidSouthBank, this FREE conference will provide resources and education for older adults, family members, friends, and others who […]
GARLAND,TX. (August 6, 2015) Taking a break from summer, several Garland ISD students brushed up on their skills at the Texas Tech University Summer Math & Science Camp July 14-18. Garland High School’s Math Competition Team experienced college life, attended classes and ended the week long event claiming titles against approximately 180 competitors from 40 schools […]
GARLAND,TX (August 6, 2015) More than 100 incoming seniors recently had the opportunity to jump-start their journey to higher education. Taking advantage of Garland ISD’s free college prep program, Destination 2016, the determined high schoolers explored college majors, tackled entrance exams and navigated the admissions process during the six-day course. “I feel that this year […]