AMICA readies for Denim and Diamonds Gala in October

AMICA readies for Denim and Diamonds Gala in October

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 25, 2017) Amica Rockwall is gearing up for their annual Denim and Diamonds gala which benefits local non-profits as well as students through grants and scholarships. This year, the ladies’ charity was pleased to dole out $40,000 to assist local high school seniors in their educational endeavors. Rockwall High School graduates […]

Sen. Hall, Rep. Holland speak on 85th Texas Legislative Session

Sen. Hall, Rep. Holland speak on 85th Texas Legislative Session

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 23, 2017) The Rockwall Chamber of Commerce welcomed State Senator Bob Hall and State Representative Justin Holland during last week’s Partnership Breakfast to hear what lawmakers accomplished during the 85th Texas Legislative Session. The state budget, public schools, mental health, and child protective services were among the top priorities addressed by […]

Chiropractor takes business partnership off-road in epic desert race

Chiropractor takes business partnership off-road in epic desert race

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 23, 2017) Rockwall chiropractor Dr. Michael Buffington’s love of racing has seen him take the wheel in many of the professional and personal relationships of his life, including with his friend and business partner Michael Isom. As his wealth strategist, Isom acts as the navigator in their professional relationship, letting Buffington […]

Rockwall Soroptimist supports Children’s Advocacy Center

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 23, 2017) Rockwall Soroptimist President, Holly Lyons, and Shelli Miller, Rockwall County Clerk and Club member, present a check for $100,000 to the Board of Directors of the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. The presentation check includes the value of the past year’s rent and utilities and a cash donation […]

The Great American Eclipse Comes to Rockwall (partially)

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 20, 2017) Astrodad (that’s me) is proud to announce that on Monday, August 21, the Rockwall County Library and I will present  a local event of the 2017 Eclipse Across America. Thanks to excellent support from NASA, I’ve got a great “eclipse kit” with safety glasses and information on the event. […]

Dozen new volunteer advocates sworn in to Lone Star CASA

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 20, 2017) On Friday, June 16th, 12 new volunteers for Lone Star CASA were sworn in by Judge Brett Hall. Pictured from left to right are: Cathy Stewart, Robin Gordon, Jennifer Williams, Ashley Jamison, Shannon Bennett, Paige Brown, Judge Brett Hall, Kat Bearden, Marianne Dunn, Abigail Beltran, Nettie, Malcolm, Polly Crowell […]

Saving Havens

Saving Havens

Heroic actions revive 84-year-old in YMCA aerobics class (ROCKWALL, TX — June 9, 2017)  Paul Havens may have turned 84 this year, but he hasn’t slowed down for a second. After attending daily exercise classes at the JER Chilton YMCA for the past eight  years, he has become somewhat of a favorite amongst instructors and […]

Rockwall, Heath seniors accept diplomas

Rockwall, Heath seniors accept diplomas

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 9, 2017) Rockwall and Rockwall-Heath seniors proudly walked across the stage to accept their diplomas and begin their life post-high school this week. Graduation ceremonies for Rockwall-Heath High School and Rockwall High School were held on June 6 and 7 (respectively) at the Curtis Culwell Center. Check out the pages below […]

‘The Landing at Chandlers’

‘The Landing at Chandlers’

Chandlers Landing HOA to unveil new clubhouse this summer (ROCKWALL, TX — June 5, 2017) In early July, the Chandlers Landing HOA will open up its brand new clubhouse and restaurant known as The Landing at Chandlers to the public – a project that’s been the pride and joy of the Chandlers Landing community for […]