Record growth brings millions in improvements, new jobs to North Texas waterparks

Record growth brings millions in improvements, new jobs to North Texas waterparks

Hawaiian Falls plays Santa Coming off a record-breaking 2011 season, Hawaiian Falls unveiled plans for $6.3 million in expansions at its Roanoke, Garland, The Colony and Mansfield waterparks. The growth has already created 10 new permanent positions and will generate more than 50 seasonal jobs at its four North Texas waterparks. All of this growth […]

Rowlett Stampede brings casino gaming, western flair

Rowlett Stampede brings casino gaming, western flair

The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is continuing its an annual tradition of fun, live entertainment and gaming as its hosts its 22nd Annual Casino Night this December.  Tickets are on sale and sponsorship opportunities are available for the country and western-themed event, dubbed the “Rowlett Stampede.”  The Major Sponsor for this year’s event is Lake Pointe Medical […]

Tribute honors WWII vets, features Debbie Reynolds

Tribute honors WWII vets, features Debbie Reynolds

(Garland) On Veteran’s Day, the Garland Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department will host a plaque dedication ceremony to honor 31 Garland residents who were killed in action during World War II.  The ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. at the Veteran’s Tribute Garden on the grounds of the Senior Activity Center, 600 West Avenue […]

Heritage Brass Band Fife, Drum Corps to perform for seniors

(Garland) The Heritage Brass Band, a Dallas-area volunteer reenactment band, will perform at a special Veteran’s Day Senior Social Hour program at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11 at Central Library, located at 625 Austin St. in downtown Garland. The Heritage Brass Band specializes in the preservation and performance of military and popular music from the […]

Children, teens to make Holiday Cards for Heroes

(Garland) The Walnut Creek Branch Library, 3310 Edgewood Drive, will host a day of holiday card making for children and teens on Friday, Nov. 11.   While supplies last, children may drop in and color a pre-designed card, which will be sent to the American Red Cross for delivery to active military personnnel or veterans. Participants will […]

Candidates to speak at Pachyderm Club luncheon

Join the Lake Ray Hubbard Pachyderm Club lunch meeting at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17 at Texas Land & Cattle Steakhouse, 4881 Bass Pro Drive in Garland (off Interstate 30 next to Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World).    Guests will meet the four candidates for the 5th District Court of Appeals in March 6, 2012 Texas […]

Mohler family recognized by Noon Exchange Club

Mohler family recognized by Noon Exchange Club

(Garland) The Mohler Family exemplifies the “You Make a Difference” reorganization which they received from the Noon Exchange Club of Garland at its Oct 5 meeting.  The father, Jay Mohler and his two sons, Jason and Jeremy are all members of the Garland Police Department. Jay was hired by the Garland Police Department in July […]

Artists ‘Round Texas to welcome children’s book illustrator

(Rowlett) Join Artists ‘Round Texas as they welcome children’s book illustrator Laura Schmidt at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27 at the Rowlett Community Centre, 5300 Main St. Schmidt, whose appreciation for art began in the first grade, eventually had formal training at the University of North Texas College of Visual Arts and Design, where she earned a Master’s degree in […]

Wags & Waves to benefit Metroplex Animal Coalition

Wags & Waves to benefit Metroplex Animal Coalition

(Garland) On the final day before the pools at Hawaiian Falls are drained for the season, the Garland waterpark will welcome man and his best friend to a special Wags & Waves event, benefiting the Metroplex Animal Coalition. About 1,000 human visitors and more than 1,100 dogs of various sizes, shapes and breeds are expected to participate – which makes […]