Former Secret Service agent, 9/11 survivor draws on life experiences to help others

Former Secret Service agent, 9/11 survivor draws on life experiences to help others

SHE CAN SHOOT ROCKWALL, TX (October 7, 2014) Business owner Samantha Horwitz of Rockwall is far from your average woman; she’s been a United States Secret Service agent, spent 13 years in the male-dominated field of law enforcement and is well-versed in self-defense. And she can shoot. As president of the Dallas/Ft.Worth chapter of SHE […]

Color Dash, 5K to honor memory of Rockwall student

CLICK TO REGISTER NOW! (ROCKWALL – October 7, 2014) Registration is underway for the Christian Corneau “Go the Distance” Memorial Run, set for 8 a.m. Saturday, November 15 at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, 1210 N. Goliad St. The seventh annual event honors the memory of Christian Corneau, son of Max and Michelle Corneau of […]

Pullen teacher paints bright future for students

Pullen teacher paints bright future for students

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (October 5, 2014) We’re just six weeks into the school year, and Pullen Elementary teacher Julie Woodard is busy making a lasting impression on her fourth graders. The award-winning Rockwall ISD educator has a teaching style that is, in her words, “messy, sticky, reflective, fun, challenging – and of course, student-driven.” Using all […]

State Fair butter sculptor spreads artistic message

A ‘Fair-ly’ Unusual Occupation September 30, 2014 – From chicken fried baked potatoes to funnel cakes and corn dogs, there’s no doubt that food is a main attraction at the State Fair of Texas. But for those who prefer to steer clear of artery-clogging entrees, this year’s wild Mustang sculpture is a healthy way to enjoy […]

Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra concert Saturday

ROCKWALL,TX. (August 27, 2014) Rockwall MusicFest will present a free, end-of-summer concert featuring the Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra at 8 p.m. Saturday, August 30 at the Harbor Amphitheater, 2074 Summer Lee Drive in Rockwall. The Orchestra will be conducted by Michael J. Manley, and the concert will pay tribute to Congressman Ralph M. Hall. Special guest […]

Back to school with Cesar Millan: Local trainer learns from Dog Whisperer

Back to school with Cesar Millan: Local trainer learns from Dog Whisperer

ROYSE CITY, TX (August 25, 2014) Susan Miley went back to school in dramatic fashion. Unhappy with her job, she submitted her resignation and was on her way to meet her new teacher one day later. Susan had purchased two sets of her instructor’s books and was eager to learn more. “I’ve always adored Cesar,” […]

Rockwall treasure hunter enjoys ‘Thrill of the Chase’

Rockwall treasure hunter enjoys ‘Thrill of the Chase’

ROCKWALL, TX (August 21, 2014) Treasure hunter Tracey Tousley might not have struck gold on her latest trip to Colorado, but the retired Scout leader and Clinical Neuromuscular Myotherapist says she found something even more valuable: ADVENTURE. Since the release of the latest clue in May 2013, the Rockwall resident has been embarking on trips […]

Rockwall-based ministry addresses human trafficking in North Texas

Rockwall-based ministry addresses human trafficking in North Texas

ROCKWALL, TX (August 20, 2014) The sex traffic industry might seem a distant scourge, like something happening only in troubled third-world regions. It’s hard to fathom that modern-day slavery could exist in America, much less Texas. But one area woman knows it does. Rebecca Jowers reaches out to women like Rachel, who ran away from […]

Blue Ribbon News accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge (VIDEO)

Blue Ribbon News accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge (VIDEO)

ROCKWALL, TX (August 19, 2014) A challenge by Dan Keils, General Manager at Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor, resulted in Richard Redig of Blue Ribbon News dumping a bucket full of ice over his head not once – but THREE times this afternoon. (Let’s just say that Richard is usually the one behind the […]

‘The truth about who killed John F. Kennedy and why’

Author, historian Jim Gatewood presents theory on Kennedy’s assassination to Rock Ridge residents ROCKWALL, TX (August 7, 2014) Last week, Rock Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care residents were treated to an inside scoop on the assassination of John F. Kennedy by author and historian Jim Gatewood. Gatewood addressed a dining room packed with attentive […]