Nutcracker ballet, ventriloquist at Rockwall library in November

ROCKWALL ( November 4, 2013) Saturday, November 23 at the Rockwall County Library: Rockwall’s Harmonic Motion School of Classical Ballet presents 30 minutes of highlights from its upcoming performance of “The Nutcracker.”  The FREE performance is the perfect way to introduce children ages 3 and up to this holiday classic. Parents should bring cameras for pictures […]

Free e-waste collection Saturday at Rockwall-Heath High School

(HEATH – November 4, 2013) The City of Heath reminds residents to gather those items you need to get rid of at the Free Electronic Waste Collection event next Saturday, November 9 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Rockwall-Heath High School parking lot. Please click here to LIKE our Facebook page, so we can reach […]

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

Rockwall Rotary recognizes Student of Honor

ROCKWALL (November 3, 2013) Celia Straight was presented the Rockwall Student of Honor at the Rockwall Rotary Club’s October 31st lunch meeting. Celia attends Dobbs Elementary, and was honored for her outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Ruth Johnson, Principal at Dobbs, presented the award. Photos by Greg Caffarel. Please click here to LIKE our Facebook page, […]

A note from the editor

ROCKWALL (November 1, 2013) Well, we’ve received a lot of requests for a digital version of our latest print edition. We understand many of you are sharing the print pub with friends and family who live out of state — and for that, we thank you!! Here you go… Click image to view Nov/Dec 2013 […]

Rockwall Chamber names Ambassador of the Month

(ROCKWALL – November 1, 2013) Congratulations to Bradley (Brad) Chilcote, the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce‘s Ambassador of the Month. Brad Chilcote is President of DalRock Performance Development, serving the DFW and Northeast Texas area. He brings over 30 years of experience in turning around and building strong organizations through an application of his leadership […]

Superhero 5k to benefit neglected, abused children in Rockwall, Kaufman counties

(Rockwall/Kaufman Counties – October 31, 2013) Lone Star CASA will host its annual SUPERHERO 5K Race and Fun Run Saturday, November 2 at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium in Rockwall.  The annual race benefits neglected and abused children in Rockwall and Kaufman Counties. Race day features a children’s fun run; a certified 5K run / walk; and children’s […]

Nebbie Williams Elementary continues record fundraising streak

Nebbie Williams Elementary continues record fundraising streak

(ROCKWALL ISD – October 30, 2013) Nebbie Williams Elementary PTA hosted its annual Walk-a-Thon on Friday, October 25th.  This is Nebbie’s only school-wide fundraiser benefiting the school directly.  Because of school-wide student participation and the generous donors and sponsors, Nebbie PTA again raised a record number of funds!  In fact, they raised $35,736!  These funds are put right back […]

Volunteer tutors honored at Reading For Adults event

Volunteer tutors honored at Reading For Adults event

(ROCKWALL COUNTY – October 30, 2013) This year, the Rockwall County Library’s Reading for Adults program has held 1,538 class meetings and impacted the lives of 655 students, thanks to efforts of 79 volunteers donating an amazing 7,833 3/4 hours. A Tutor Appreciation Event was held October 28 at the library, where volunteers were recognized […]

Lord’s Acre Dinner & Auction Nov 9 in Royse City

(ROYSE CITY – October 30, 2013) First United Methodist Church of Royse City will host its Lord’s Acre Dinner & Auction on Saturday, Nov. 9th. Doors open at 5 p.m. at the Family Life Center on Bell Street behind the church. There will be a Country Store and silent auction, BBQ dinner ($8) provided by […]

Triathlon equals economic success for Rockwall

(ROCKWALL – October 29, 2013) The Lifetime Triathlon held at The Harbor October 6 brought an estimated $419,000 to Rockwall – $14,500 of that in hotel/motel tax paid to the city and $7,500 in charitable donations. The annual event drew 1,247 athletes – 41 were competing professional tri-athletes along with 55 athletes from Rockwall and […]