McLendon-Chisholm to host tree lighting, family festivities Dec. 1

McLendon-Chisholm to host tree lighting, family festivities Dec. 1

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 […]

Soroptimist Rockwall shares holiday blessings with Reese Manor senior residents

Soroptimist Rockwall shares holiday blessings with Reese Manor senior residents

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 […]

Finding Peace in Christ: A Live Nativity presented by Jesus Christ Church of Latter-Day Saints , Rockwall

Finding Peace in Christ: A Live Nativity presented by Jesus Christ Church of Latter-Day Saints , Rockwall

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. […]

Evening in Bethlehem: Free, drive-through nativity returns to Ridgeview Church Rockwall

Evening in Bethlehem: Free, drive-through nativity returns to Ridgeview Church Rockwall

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 […]

Woodmen Life Wylie Chapter 4660 gives back to Toys for Tots

Woodmen Life Wylie Chapter 4660 gives back to Toys for Tots

  ROCKWALL, TX – November 4, 2021 — A local chapter of the Woodmen Life insurance company went Christmas shopping recently to help bring joy to families this holiday season. Each quarter, Woodmen Life Chapter 4660 based in Wylie participates in a project to benefit local communities and charities. For the fourth quarter project this […]

Editor’s Picks: Holiday-themed fun for the family in Rockwall County and beyond

Editor’s Picks: Holiday-themed fun for the family in Rockwall County and beyond

ROCKWALL, TX – November 4, 2021 — Events are listed by date and are subject to change; Check their respective websites for info on social distancing measures.   First Baptist Fate’s Holiday Craft Fair & Bazaar WHAT: Get in the holiday spirit by shopping tons of vendor booths with lots of crafts and homemade goods! […]

Christmas lighted boat parade planned for Lake Ray Hubbard

Christmas lighted boat parade planned for Lake Ray Hubbard

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 4, 2021) Calling all boaters that want to join a Christmas light boat parade on Lake Ray Hubbard in Rockwall. Viewing available from Rockwall Harbor Docks at 7 p.m. and Chandlers about 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 11. All boaters are welcome to decorate your boat and join the parade. The boats […]

Rockwall County Helping Hands Toy Drive set to kick off Nov. 12 at Festival of Trees

Rockwall County Helping Hands Toy Drive set to kick off Nov. 12 at Festival of Trees

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 26, 2021) ‘Tis the season to kick off the Rockwall County Helping Hands’ 45th Annual Christmas Toy Drive, sponsored by Texas Health Hospital Rockwall. The drive launches Friday, Nov. 12 when toy tags will be available at the Festival of Trees. Those wishing to participate in the drive should purchase a $20 […]

Cain Middle School families receive Christmas donations from KE Andrews of Rowlett

Cain Middle School families receive Christmas donations from KE Andrews of Rowlett

ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 11, 2021 — During the holidays, state and local tax firm KE Andrews in Rowlett provided Christmas cheer to more than 60 children of Cain Middle School families. They adopted Cain Middle families who were in need due to the pandemic, shopped for presents to give to the kiddos, wrapped them […]

Rockwall High School Varsity Softball, Volleyball teams bring Christmas joy to troops overseas

Rockwall High School Varsity Softball, Volleyball teams bring Christmas joy to troops overseas

ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 4, 2021 — Over the holidays, the Rockwall High School varsity softball and varsity volleyball teams sent some Christmas cheer in the form of stockings stuffed with goodies to active-duty military troops overseas. 2019 RHS graduate Louis Nies – a member of the 149th HR Army Unit based in Texas – […]