(ROWLETT, TX – Jan. 5, 2015) When veterinarian Dr. Josh Cope caught a glimpse of the Dec. 26 tornadoes from his home, his first thoughts were on his clinic Premier Vet Care on Lakeview Parkway. As he traveled through Rowlett to check it for damage in the aftermath of the storms, he was appalled by […]
(ROCKWALL, ROWLETT, TX – Jan. 5, 2016) After tornadoes swept through Rowlett and Garland the day after Christmas, they left a path of destruction in their wake. Seeing the seemingly endless debris and demolished homes can evoke a feeling of hopelessness, but community efforts have become a bright beacon of hope amidst the chaos. Many […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 5) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce‘s Leadership Rockwall Class of 2016 has pledged to create a “Refuge of Rockwall” backyard landscape for the local Women in Need and Child Advocacy Center in Rockwall. They have pledged to raise a minimum of $24,500 toward project completion, and are currently seeking sponsorships […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 1, 2016) Rockwall residents learned all about the new Open Carry law that takes effect today during a special information session put on in mid-December by CARGO (Citizens Association for Responsible Gun Ownership) at The Center in Rockwall. CARGO invited State Senator Bob Hall – who was active in getting the […]
(HEATH, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) The City of Heath recently honored employees for their outstanding performance in 2015, including Jeff McKenzie, who was named Employee of the Year. Departmental Employees of the Year were also recognized and include Tara Plexico, Administrative Services; John Langstaff, Public Works; and Officer Brandon Seery, Public Safety. The employees […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) First responders of the Rowlett and Rockwall communities continue to band together to help the victims of a devastating EF4-classified tornado that ripped through Garland, Rowlett and Sunnyvale on Saturday night. In wake of the destructive storm which blew through the night after Christmas and left several homes, businesses […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) This past weekend, our eyes have been opened to just how vulnerable our homes and businesses can be. The disaster had substantial impacts on our surrounding communities, affecting family and friends; neighbors and co-workers. During our deployment to Rowlett, we heard many stories of neighbor helping neighbor, which is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 17, 2015) Two more lucky winners have been drawn from among the registered users of the Official Rockwall Area App. More prize drawings will soon be awarded, so download the App and register today for a chance to WIN! Congratulations to our latest drawing winners: Rhody Lynn Kennedy, Coldwell Banker – […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 21, 2015) Texas is excited to welcome Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and Antique Archeology to the area. The team will film episodes of their hit series AMERICAN PICKERS throughout Texas. Filming is scheduled for February 2016. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique ‘picking’ on History. […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, Dec. 15, 2015) When word of a future children’s advocacy center in Rockwall began to spread throughout the community, local businesses, organizations and individuals didn’t hesitate to show just how big of a heart Rockwall has for those in need. Many donated their time, money and materials to renovate the building owned by the […]