ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 6 , 2022 — Throughout December, Rockwall couple Brenda and David Hughes strung up an estimated 40,000 Christmas lights at their home in The Shores – all for a great cause! At their lights display, the Hughes accepted donations of non-skid socks and blankets as well as monetary donations for Meals […]
ROCKWALL, TX – December 16, 2021 — Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends celebrated the holidays with their annual Christmas luncheon, complete with Victorian carolers, on December 9th at Occasions in Royse City. For information about Newcomers, visit Newcomersrock.com. Submitted press release and photos. Our print edition delivers free to ~15,500 homes […]
ROCKWALL, TX – December 13, 2021 — When it comes to making spirits bright during the holidays, Roger Shank and Donna Orr of Rockwall know just how to amp up the Christmas spirit within the community. Throughout December, the couple welcomes the community to their spectacular drive-up Christmas lights display on their five-acre homestead at […]
Angel trees and toy drives will take place at Y branches across the North Texas DALLAS, TX (Dec. 7, 2021) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas will be hosting Angel Trees and toy drives throughout the holiday season to help North Texans in need have gifts for their families at Christmas. The YMCA is providing an […]
ROCKWALL, TX – November 24, 2021 — All was merry and bright at this year’s Festival of Trees Gala as the community celebrated Rockwall County Helping Hands amongst beautifully decorated Christmas trees and a candlelight dinner at the Hilton Dallas / Rockwall Lakefront. The 12th annual event and the biggest fundraiser of the year […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 23, 2021) Rockwall County Newcomers and Friends welcomed Kahula Voyage to their November 11 luncheon. The Hawaiian dancers demonstrated native dances and shared their culture with the group. Visit for more information. Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends Christmas Luncheon with Victorian carol singers will be held Thursday, December 9 at Occasions at […]
MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX (Nov. 18, 2021) Tis’ the season for McLendon-Chisholm’s annual Christmas tree lighting and Santa visit! Everyone is welcome to come enjoy watching the kids’ excitement for Santa, sing songs, have hot cocoa and eat a cookie or two from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1 at McLendon-Chisholm City Hall, 1371 W. FM […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 15, 2021) Each year, dedicated volunteers with Soroptimist Rockwall prepare holiday feasts and treats for residents at Reese Manor – a senior housing complex located at 100 Lake Meadows Drive. Their generous efforts are part of the Soroptimist S.T.A.R.S. (Soroptimist Toasting Area Retired Seniors) project that began over 17 years ago. As […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 10, 2021) The local congregations of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a live outdoor nativity on Friday, December 10th and Saturday, December 11th from 6-9pm each night. The event will be held at 6819 South FM 549 in Rockwall. Admission is free and refreshments will be provided. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 9, 2021) Mark your calendar for an Evening in Bethlehem Live Nativity – a free drive-through tour of the life of Jesus, beginning in Bethlehem at the birth of Jesus and continuing through his life, death, and resurrection. Start your journey anytime between 6-8:30pm Friday, December 10 or Saturday, December 11 at […]