Addie Bryan raises thousands for hospital that helped her walk

(DALLAS, TX – August 12, 2015) Addison Bryan of Rockwall made a pretty big wish for her eighth birthday, and today that wish came true. In fact, her goal of raising $8,000 to give back to the hospital that helped her walk was realized nearly ten-fold, as she was able to present nearly $70,000 to […]

Rockwall County Historical Foundation receives donation in Sheri Fowler Parks’ name

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 10, 2015) The Class of 2015 mothers and daughters of the National Charity League’s Inc. Lone Star Chapter recently donated $1,000 to Rockwall County Historical Foundation in honor of their friend and past president, Sheri Fowler Parks. Pictured from left are Hannah Adley, Katie Wells, Abby Childers, Carolyn Francisco (President RCHF), Ashlyn […]

Toyota Rockwall serves as collection site for One Man’s Treasure clothes donations

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 29, 2015) Those looking to drop off new or gently used clothing for One Man’s Treasure Clothes Closet now have an alternate and even more convenient collection site where they can do just that: right at the doorstep of Toyota of Rockwall. One Man’s Treasure recently partnered with Toyota of Rockwall […]

Toyota of Rockwall gives $5,000 grant to Rockwall ISD

ROCKWALL,TX. (September 30, 2014) Steve and Barbara Jackson, Toyota of Rockwall owners, have announced a $5,000 donation to the Rockwall Independent School District. Half of the donation was made by Toyota Motor Sales,U.S.A., Inc. as part of Toyota’s Matching grant program. For the second year in a row, the donation will fund a teacher grant […]

Donate a fan, get a massage, help a senior

ROCKWALL, TX. (August 20, 2014) Throughout August, Jeanna’ Mead with Rockwall Body and Soul Massage is offering one hour massages for $25 when you donate a fan to help a local senior beat the heat. To date, Jeanna’ reports that her clients have donated 19 fans! All fan donations help the Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County […]

SpringFest yields nearly $12,000 for McLendon-Chisholm Fire Department

MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX (July 9, 2014) McLendon-Chisholm Mayor Gary Moody presents a check in the amount of $11,826.18 to Fire Chief J.T.Williams. These funds represent proceeds from the recently held Spring Fest. Mayor Moody expressed his gratitude on behalf of the City to the Volunteer Fire Department for their commitment to the citizens of McLendon-Chisholm. Chief […]

Hilton partners with Rockwall Meals on Wheels

ROCKWALL,TX (June 24, 2014) The Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront recently partnered with Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County to help feed the elderly in our community. By donating a portion of proceeds from their Mother’s Day brunch, the hotel was able to present a check to MOWSS for $1,500. “The Hilton takes a […]

Local businesses support Rockwall Meals on Wheels

ROCKWALL, TX (June 23, 2014) Rockwall County’s population grows every year, and it’s no surprise to those who live here. Quality of living is high and the community is thriving. An important part of that growth, however, includes a growing population of elderly citizens. Within the roughly 10 percent of our population that are over […]

Pullen students donate proceeds from art auction to Rockwall Boys & Girls Club

ROCKWALL, TX (June 13, 2014) Students in Julie Woodard’s sixth grade social studies class at Pullen Elementary ended the school year by raising more than $1,500 for the Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County. The students created original works of art reflective of the people and cultures of our world. The artwork was on […]

Friday Study Club installs officers; contributes to library

ROCKWALL, TX (June 10, 2014) The Friday Study Club recently met in the Rockwall County Library for its regular meeting and installation of the 2014-15 officers.  Club president June Frawley presided over the business portion of the meeting. Ruth Beck announced the Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra will perform at The Harbor in August with Michael Manley, […]