(ROCKWALL, TX — August 2, 2017) Recently two Rockwall pianists participated in the Young Artists Summer Piano Institute at Southern Methodist University. Grace Nelms, an upcoming senior at Rockwall High School, has participated for the second year. She is an all-around musician who performs on both piano and cello. She has been the recipient of […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — July 31, 2017) This weekend, the latest community craze continued to take off as parents, kids, and art-lovers alike joined in on the rock painting and scavenger hunting fun. The Rockwall Rocks Facebook group has reached over 1,000 members dedicated to spreading joy around town. Jennifer Dotson, who originally created the Facebook […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – July 31, 2017) Here’s Hunter! Hunter is a sweet 3-year-old boy. He is about 43 pounds and full of life and energy. He gets along well with other dogs as well as cats. He’s still uncertain about walking on a leash and new situations make him a little shy. You might say he’s an introvert […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — July 29, 2017) In the twilight hours of the morning on July 7, four young locals set out on a voyage across Lake Ray Hubbard with paddles, lifejackets and a boat they crafted entirely themselves. James Bovenkerk (19) and his friends Sam Warren (19), Casey Scarborough (20) and Alex King (18) sat […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — July 28, 2017) Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) voted Thursday for the Make America Secure Appropriations Act, 2018 (H.R. 3219), which passed the U.S. House of Representatives to enhance America’s safety through the construction of a border wall with Mexico. The bill fulfills the recent demand of a Ratcliffe-led coalition of lawmakers for […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — July 28, 2017) Rockwall County Commissioners Court is moving forward to update the county’s comprehensive thoroughfare plan, which will serve as a guide to continued identification and implementation of long-range transportation projects in Rockwall County. The Commissioners Court has been actively involved in the transportation business for almost two decades. On a […]
Registration underway for August 12th event (ROCKWALL, TX — July 12, 2017) Get ready to ride. The 31st annual Hot Rocks Bike Ride, hosted by the Rockwall Noon Rotary Club, will return August 12, 2017. You can register online NOW at www.HotRocksBikeRide.com. This year’s ride includes 12, 24, and 42 mile routes and the main […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – July 27, 2017) Here’s Casper! Casper is a very friendly and lovable little guy who has never met a stranger. He loves to cuddle and snuggle and is a perfect gentleman. He weighs 9 lbs and is around 8 years old. He’s playful, loves everyone and gets along with other dogs. He is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – July 25, 2017) Kids and staff of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall’s Angel Camp program concluded another exciting summer camp with a celebratory Closing Ceremony on July 21. Campers and their families ate up some delicious Italian cuisine catered by Valentino’s Ristorante in Rowlett and dessert provided by Nothing Bundt Cakes. […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — July 26, 2017) The Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County is once again gearing up for their annual Tri-Rock Triathlon. The triathlon will be held this year on Sunday, August 6. The purpose of Tri-Rock is to raise funds to support the Kiwanis Club’s Food for Kids program (packing and distributing 300+ meals […]