ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) Volunteers are the heartbeat of Rockwall County Helping Hands, and so naturally, during April’s Volunteer Appreciation Month, this nonprofit took a moment to honor these amazing individuals who selflessly give their time and skills to lend a hand to our Rockwall County neighbors in need. Last year, these incredible volunteers […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 26, 2023) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with Rockwall Fire Station #2 for its 8th Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday afternoon. The event brought together over 200 business leaders, city and county officials, and first responders for a memorable celebration of the dedication and courage displayed by Rockwall’s […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Feb. 15, 2023) Every morning and afternoon, Charlotte Fieldsmith, a fourth grader at Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary at the time, would see her sweet 90-year-old school crossing guard keep students safe as they crossed the street. Mrs. Elaine Watson was known as a charismatic and caring crossing guard who loved greeting the students […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 2, 2023) ~ In observance of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, Highland Meadows Health and Rehab, located at 1870 S. John King Parkway in Rockwall, welcomes all local law enforcement to stop in anytime between 9 and 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 9 for a Grab-n-Go Brunch in their honor. Staff and residents […]
ROCKWALL, TX – December 11, 2020 – Today was proclaimed Sheriff Harold Eavenson Appreciation Day, presented by Rockwall County Judge David Sweet on behalf of the Commissioners Court, honoring and recognizing Sheriff Eavenson’s 20 years of service to Rockwall County and its citizens. Sheriff Jim Skinner from the Collin County Sheriff’s Office and long time […]
TERRELL, TX – STAR Transit will celebrate Rider Appreciation Week, November 9-14, 2020. “To thank our riders, we are hosting a weeklong celebration with plenty of perks. The riders are the inspiration that keep us going and make us want to provide the best service we can. They are the reason we are doing so […]
ROCKWALL, TX (August 27, 2020) If you spotted patrol cars, fire engines or ambulances outside Highland Meadows this afternoon, don’t be alarmed – the health and rehab center, in partnership with Trinity Hospice, welcomed local first responders to a very special drive-thru appreciation event today. Dubbed “Hot Dogs, Heroes and Hope,” the come-and-go luncheon provided […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 3, 2016) Representatives from Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County presented Zanata with a plaque yesterday to show appreciation for the restaurant preparing holiday meals for the elderly and homebound in our community for the past five years! Pictured from left are MOWSS Board of Director members Judge David […]
(ROCKWALL ISD – Jan. 21, 2016) Rockwall ISD celebrated their Board of Trustees in honor of School Board Recognition Month in Texas. The board is celebrated for their crucial role they play in the community and its schools. Throughout January, school districts around the state recognize the countless hours and diligent service that school board […]
(ROCKWALL- October 5, 2013) Ebby Halliday Realtors, located at 2604 Ridge Road, hosted an appreciation event Friday recognizing Rockwall firefighters – serving up hamburgers, potato salad, beans and desserts, topped off with a big thank you to our local heroes. “Ebby Halliday built her reputation on giving back to the community, and this is our […]