(ROCKWALL, TX — March 5, 2018) The phone rang as I sat proof-reading articles in the office of a Christian monthly in San Antonio. I only knew the caller, Martha Fanning, as the wife of the locally well-known pastor Buckner Fanning. She wanted to ask about publishing a personal faith story she had shared at […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH/FATE, TX (February 26, 2018) Here’s a digital look at our March print edition. Our print publication delivers monthly to more than 20,000 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall and Heath. Extra copies are available for pick up at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the JER Chilton YMCA, the Rockwall County Library and various local […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — February 26, 2018) In late April or early May in the mid-1800s, pioneer families loaded up a covered wagon with their valuables and belongings and hit the open road towards a land full of opportunity, promise and hope for a fruitful future. They often left behind a sign which read three simple […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — February 22, 2018) So, what happened to, “April showers bring May flowers”? Or, “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb” (or is it vice versa, I’m not sure?). As I’m typing this, February 18th, it’s pouring rain and blowing a gale! Doesn’t the weather know it’s February? […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 19, 2018) Do you need a little chaos in your life? Well, look no further! This spunky puppy is Cain and he is here to turn your world upside down (in a good way of course!) He loves to play, jump, fetch, nap on clean clothes and climb on top of […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 12, 2018) Hello, I’m glad you stopped by to visit me. I’m looking for a nice fur-ever home. My foster mom tells me I’m the cutest girl in all the land. I almost have the whole potty training thing down pat; I just need a little more time and patience. One of […]
HOW I MET MY MATE Editor’s Note: Three lucky pairs of local lovebirds have won a FREE massage from EveryBody Massage Rockwall following our “How I Met My Mate” contest on Facebook. Congratulations to the winners: Jared and Bethany Hooks Shelby and Dylan Hiller Jason and Candis Linscott We are also excited to announce that Blue Ribbon News […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — February 9, 2018) When the phenomenon known as American Idol returns to the airwaves in March, hopeful contestants from across the country will set themselves up for either the world’s approval or something much less. Millions of viewers will see some gifted young singers rise to become shining stars while the much […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — February 8, 2018) A few months ago my wife’s boss had a birthday and invited us to her celebration. It was my busy time of the year so I was game for anything, well, except for salsa dancing. Yep, that was the birthday plan, go to a restaurant in Dallas that shut […]
Like A Deer Upon High Ground The Lord God is my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds feet upon my high places. Habakkuk 3:19 (KJV) The Lord God is my strength, and my personal bravery, and my invincible army; He makes my feet like hinds feet and will make me to walk […]