Texas Baptist Men: On Mission through Disaster Relief

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – March 18, 2016) The ministry headquarters is located just a few miles west of Lake Ray Hubbard—not far from the path of the tornado that devastated areas of Garland and Rowlett in late December. When Texas Baptist Men (TBM) responded to the recent disaster, volunteers came ready to put their training to […]

Helping Hands Disaster Relief Update

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Dec. 31, 2015) A message from Helping Hands of Rockwall County… “The generosity of Rockwall County residents has been overwhelming. We have collected countless boxes of donations to support those enduring the effects of Saturday’s disaster. Because of your gifts, we have been able to serve many families affected by the […]

Disaster relief efforts include supplies, day camp, pet services, health clinic

Disaster relief efforts include supplies, day camp, pet services, health clinic

(Dec. 29, 2015) After the tornados that tore through North East Texas Saturday night, many community members are left without homes, supplies, or transportation. Several organizations are providing disaster relief to the victims and volunteer opportunities to those who want to help. Supplies Church in the City canceled their regular services Sunday morning to assist […]

Senior Scam Alert: Beware of tree trimming bargains

ROCKWALL (December 9, 2013) Tree-trimming scam artists usually claim to offer bargain rates for tree-trimming to get hired, then take their customers’ money and leave the work undone. Protect yourself from such scams by checking out a tree-trimming service online before dealing with one or call Meals On Wheels Senior Services at 972-771-9514 to check […]

4-H horse club makes Rockin’ donation to help with Oklahoma disaster relief

(Rockwall County) June 1, 2013 – Members of the Rockwall County 4-H Rockin’ Riders  –  a horse club dedicated to teaching, sharing and learning new skills through equine involvement – recently voted on how to spend the proceeds they’ve earned from fundraising efforts over the past year. Members decided to send a $500 check, in […]