Rockwall, TX (October 10, 2023) – There are only 3 tables left for the Festival of Trees Gala! Get yours now before they are gone at https://rockwallhelpinghands.com/events/festival/ On November 11th, the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront will once again be transformed into a winter wonderland as we host the annual Festival of Trees Gala from 6:30 […]
Rockwall, TX (September 28, 2023) – At this point, I think we can safely say the 100-degree days are behind us. For me, this means casseroles, soups, stews, chili, cornbread, cobblers, and all the other fall things. Growing up, my mom made this casserole almost weekly. It was one of her go-to meals. It’s easy, […]
Royse City, TX (October 9, 2023) – The Royse City Chamber’s 33rd annual FunFest offers a full day of excitement for the entire family. This event is filled with so many activities there’s no chance of getting bored! With a variety of vendors, craft booths, live music, contests, KidsZone games, live entertainment, food trucks, and […]
Rowlett, TX (October 9, 2023) – Rowlett Reviews Book Club next meeting is Tuesday, October 17, 2023 when we will be royally entertained by Dallas Professional Book Reviewer, Kathleen Cunningham, presenting “Here We Go Again: My Life in Television” by Betty White and “The Life (& Wife) of Allen Ludden” by Adam Nedoff. Kathleen always […]
Rockwall, TX (October 9, 2023) – This is an abbreviated repeat of an article I wrote in 2008. When assigned to the 10th Special Forces in Bad Tolz, Germany in 1961-1964, I served with some very interesting Soldiers. One of the most illustrious was a fellow officer by the name of Larry Thorne. Larry was a […]
Rockwall, TX (October 4, 2023) – Once again The Veterans Outpost located in Greenville, Texas has received recognition for reaching out to Veterans in need. Over the last year Congressman Keith Self has promoted the efforts of David Thompson, the Veterans Outpost Board of Directors and staff and numerous volunteers by introducing them to Washington […]
Rockwall, TX (October 4, 2023) – What fortune to have a birthday in autumn! Though the past days have belied it, we inch closer to fall weather. Mornings are pleasant on the patio. Shaded from the sun, I can soak in the beauty of the revivified fall garden and watch the chaotic antics of the […]
Rockwall, TX (September 29, 2023) – The Rockwall Art League is excited to announce the winners of the 23rd Annual Juried Fine Art Show & Sale. This is one of the signature events of the year, celebrating contemporary art in a variety of mediums. Expanded from a regional show, the event now includes artists that reside […]
Rockwall, TX (September 29, 2023) – What do you do as a caregiver when a loved one needs something and you do not live nearby? Long distance caregiving is a challenge whether you are an hour away or a flight out. Preparedness and planning can alleviate stress when situations arise unexpectedly. Often, these unexpected scenarios […]
Rockwall, TX (September 27, 2023) – Hearing the distinct sound of an approaching garbage truck, my three-year-old son raced to a window to see his hero leap from a metal step and whisk away our trash. So, his early desire to become a garbage man someday made perfect sense. However, as his world broadened […]