(Rockwall) September 12, 2012 – Step right up to experience the sights, sounds and tastes of The Harbor, North Texas’ premier dining, shopping and entertainment district on the picturesque shores of Lake Ray Hubbard. The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce presents “Rockin’ at The Harbor,” a circus-themed evening of progressive pop-in parties and live music under […]
(Garland ISD) September 20, 2012 – Students and staff at Garland ISD’s Kimberlin Academy for Excellence are in training to become one of the healthiest schools in North Texas. They were chosen this year to participate in the Healthy Zone School Recognition Program. Developed by the Cooper Institute, in partnership with the United Way of […]
(Garland ISD) September 20, 2012 – Just as society is ever-changing, so are public school classrooms. Garland ISD recognizes that students today learn differently than those in the past, and that each student has an individual learning style. For this reason, GISD teachers are always looking for engaging ways to educate their classes. Often incorporating […]
September 19, 2012 –Parent meetings are being held this week for girls that are interested in joining Girl Scouts. Meetings are at various times on Thursday, September 20 at the Royse City First United Methodist Church, 305 N. Josephine Street at Highway 66 in Royse City, 75189. The meeting times are: The Daisy (Kindergarten and […]
(Rockwall) September 17, 2012 – Rockwall County Newcomers and Friends will learn about the history of Rockwall and the formation of Lake Ray Hubbard at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 11. Sheri Fowler, vice president of the Rockwall County Historical Foundation and director of public relations for the Rockwall ISD, will present the program during the […]
(Garland ISD) September 16, 2012 – What happens when a student requires serious medical attention at school? According to Texas law, Garland ISD is not responsible for any expenses incurred as the result of bodily injury or property damage while on campus. “Broken limbs, cuts, and various sicknesses are the most common occurrences,” said GISD […]
(Garland ISD) September 16, 2012 – The Garland ISD Council of PTAs kicked off the 2012-13 school year with its first meeting on September 5. Mayors Ron Jones of Garland and Todd Gottel of Rowlett, along with Mayor Pro Tem of Sachse Jared Patterson, were all in attendance. The city leaders each read proclamations declaring […]
(Garland ISD) September 13, 2012 – Only 12 years old, Holden Wisener already has his future figured out. He wants to become a professional golfer, playing on par with Rory McIlroy, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. The Brandenburg Academy sixth grader appears to be well on his way, practicing almost every day after school until […]
Team registration underway, sponsorships still available Rockwall) September 12, 2012 – For people who enjoy friendly competition, the American Heart Association’s HeartChase is a community event that provides a fun new way to support a great cause, and it’s coming to Rockwall from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 20, at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium. Think Amazing […]
Through Saturday, September 22 To make room at the Rowlett Animal Shelter, Friends of Rowlett Animals is sponsoring adoptions for all cats in the Shelter, reducing fees to $25 ($5 for seniors). They are in urgent need of at least 10 cat adoptions this next week. They also have reduced fees for some VIP pets […]