Debunking superstitions

Debunking superstitions

By faith writer Patti Richter ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (October 9, 2014) Some magicians observe a strange tradition on Halloween; they hold a séance for Harry Houdini. But the late great magician won’t hear of it, and he would have told them so. Houdini found fame in the days of Vaudeville—the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. But […]

Christian Brothers Automotive & Lake Pointe Church offer free oil changes for single moms

ROCKWALL,TX. (October 8, 2014) Christian Brothers Automotive of Rockwall has partnered with Lake Pointe Church to perform free oil changes for single mothers throughout the area. The announcement is part of the company’s goodwill service initiative and single mother’s throughout the area to have their vehicles serviced free of charge. Appointments were scheduled in advance […]

Rowlett Wine and Cheese Tasting Party

ROWLETT,TX. (October 7, 2014) On Thursday, October 16, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Main Street Events, 4111 Main Street, there will be a wine and cheese tasting party to celebrate the ACTOR Community Theater. Cost of attendance is $20 per person at the door, or $15 in advance. There will also be door prizes […]

Country artist, nightclub welcome visually impaired ‘Back to the Honky Tonks’

ROCKWALL, TX (October 7, 2014) Dallas-born singer/songwriter Deryl Dodd is best known for country hits like “Tony Lama Boots,” “Friends Don’t Drive Friends,” and “Back to the Honky Tonks.” But Dodd is more than a popular musician; he is an advocate for people with disabilities. Dodd has performed benefit concerts for children with Eagle-Barrett syndrome, […]

Former Secret Service agent, 9/11 survivor draws on life experiences to help others

Former Secret Service agent, 9/11 survivor draws on life experiences to help others

SHE CAN SHOOT ROCKWALL, TX (October 7, 2014) Business owner Samantha Horwitz of Rockwall is far from your average woman; she’s been a United States Secret Service agent, spent 13 years in the male-dominated field of law enforcement and is well-versed in self-defense. And she can shoot. As president of the Dallas/Ft.Worth chapter of SHE […]

Color Dash, 5K to honor memory of Rockwall student

CLICK TO REGISTER NOW! (ROCKWALL – October 7, 2014) Registration is underway for the Christian Corneau “Go the Distance” Memorial Run, set for 8 a.m. Saturday, November 15 at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, 1210 N. Goliad St. The seventh annual event honors the memory of Christian Corneau, son of Max and Michelle Corneau of […]

Two GISD campuses named national Blue Ribbon Schools

GARLAND,TX. (October 6, 2014) Earlier this year, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) nominated 25 Texas public schools for national 2014 Blue Ribbon Schools recognition. Two of those 25 were Routh Roach Elementary School and Walnut Glen Academy for Excellence. The U.S. Department of Education announced the nation’s 337 schools selected to receive the honor Sept. […]

Garland ISD students show college pride

GARLAND,TX. (October 6, 2014) Future Aggies, Bears, Bucks, Longhorns, Raiders and more recently showed pride for their respective educational institutions during Garland ISD’s College Day. “This is a way for students, staff and administration to support higher education and show college school spirit,” said Director of Guidance and Counseling Ruby Armstrong.  “Many posted pictures wearing […]