(ROCKWALL, TX – November 2, 2017) Now that Jesse Vaughn has a new kidney, he has another need. “Help me thank God for Carl Alsabrook,” Vaughn said, referring to the man—city manager of Royse City and former Rockwall police officer—who donated a kidney for his Oct. 6 transplant surgery. “He’s an incredible human being,” said […]
Community recognizes war veterans (ROCKWALL, TX — November 2, 2017) On the wall across from the theater room at Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living hang honorary plaques for each of the residents who served in the military, surrounding two words that embody their sacrifice for our country: “Our Heroes.” This is the Wall of […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 2, 2017) Seniors in Rockwall County are turning over a new page thanks to Roma’s Books and Meals on Wheels. There are over 180 seniors in Rockwall County who receive daily food and essential human contact from the employees and volunteers at Meals on Wheels. Now, thanks to Roma’s, they can also […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – November 2, 2017) With their capes billowing behind them in the cool morning breeze, community members soared down the trails of Harry Myers Park clad in superhero garb to support abused and neglected children during the Lone Star CASA Superhero 5K/Fun Run on Oct. 28. The 9th annual event had a new […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 31, 2017) National Charity League, Inc., Lone Star Chapter Class of 2021 met at Harry Myers Park to decorate pillowcases for Project Sleep Tight. The Sleep Tight project involves making personal, one-of-a-kind, colorful pillowcases for those who have served or are currently serving in the military. The NCL mission for this […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 30, 2017) The Rockwall Women’s League joined businesses and individuals from across Hunt County and surrounding communities Oct. 12th for the Ninth Annual Bras for the Cause event. This fundraiser, which includes organizations entering creative, decorative bras into a competition, raises money for the Hunt Regional Healthcare Foundation and helps raise awareness […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 25, 2017) You may have noticed the new additions in Downtown Rockwall recently. There are a few fancy tools to help you navigate the Square and all it has to offer. Three new kiosks adorn strategic locations around the downtown area to help visitors find the goods and services they need quickly […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — October 24, 2017) The Rockwall High School Girls Varsity Volleyball team’s victory against Mesquite on Friday, Oct. 13 marked a milestone in the making for head coach Damon Wilson, who celebrated win number 500 of his career at the helm of the Rockwall varsity volleyball program. “It doesn’t feel real. I’ve been […]
Save the Date! (ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Oct. 18, 2017) A community holiday tradition continues Friday, Dec. 1 when the Rockwall-Heath High School Senior Class of 2018 presents the Annual Heath Holiday Home Tour. Five beautiful homes ranging from an equestrian property to an upscale estate will be drenched in holiday décor and open for touring […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 18, 2017) Rockwall Mayor Jim Pruitt proclaimed Oct. 16-20, 2017 Chamber of Commerce Week in the City of Rockwall during Monday’s City Council meeting, encouraging “all our citizens to recognize and applaud this organization for its professional endeavors which benefit our city and beyond.” Pruitt said that this is a dynamic […]