(ROCKWALL, TX – June 12, 2017) Rest Haven Funeral Home in Rockwall revealed its new hilltop development, The Grove at Rest Haven, with a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Sunday, June 11. The Grove at Rest Haven is designed as a place to stroll the pathways, enjoy the gentle rhythm of a swing, […]
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, 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 […]
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 […]
Family-run ‘Bootsburgers’ stands test of time (ROCKWALL, TX – June 5, 2017) The savory scent of hamburgers on the grill which surrounds the residences on Austin Street is a telltale sign one has landed in the location of the unassuming yet famous local establishment known as Bootsburgers. Owner David Mooney and his nephew Russell Mooney […]
Navy veteran looks to bring country music back to its roots (ROCKWALL, TX – June 2, 2017) While 25-year-old Rockwall native Brandon Bamburg may be an up-and-comer in the music scene, he’s certainly no stranger to serving his country. Bamburg spent five years in the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps and the local Civil Air […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — June 1, 2017) Throughout his life, Rockwall County Sheriff Harold Eavenson has worn many hats. He served for 18 years as a state police officer, worked 16 years in an executive position as Director of Security for First National Bank in Dallas, and spent another five years running his own consulting business […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 31, 2017) Right at 200 people turned out for the Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living Memorial Day celebration for its military veteran residents on Monday, May 29. The crowd enjoyed a free lunch and a short address from local U.S. Marine Corps veteran Trace Johannesen, who’s also a member of event […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — May 31, 2017) On Memorial Day, May 29, community members came out to Rest Haven Funeral Home and Memorial Park for a remembrance ceremony, followed by live music from local Country band Matthew Middleton & Texas Drive, and tons of food and family fun including face painting, balloon animals, train rides for […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — May 17, 2017) So many fathers make such a big impact on the people in their lives that it’s strange to think that Father’s Day was not always celebrated. However, the tradition was not started until 1910, when Sonora Louise Smart Dodd decided to create a day to honor her father, William […]