Lone Star CASA seeking volunteers in Rockwall, Kaufman counties

Lone Star CASA seeking volunteers in Rockwall, Kaufman counties

(ROCKWALL, TX — Feb. 2, 2017) While many children eagerly await candy and cards this Valentine’s Day, children in the child welfare system wait for something much more permanent – a loving home. Last year, more than 17,000 children were removed from their homes due to evidence of abuse or neglect and placed in the […]

CASA balloon release event raises awareness of child abuse

CASA balloon release event raises awareness of child abuse

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 18, 2016) Lone Star CASA board members and volunteers joined Rockwall residents in recognizing Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month in Rockwall County with a balloon release on the steps of the historic courthouse on Thursday, April 14. The event featured a special performance by the Amy Parks-Heath Elementary School Lighthouse […]

CASA to host SuperHero 5K, Family Fun Run Nov 3

October 7, 2012 – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) presents the CASA SuperHero 5K / Fun Run coming Saturday, November 3 to Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium in Rockwall. Registered participants will receive a SuperHero 5K T-shirt, race packet and refreshments. The event is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. The mission of Lone […]

Poor Man’s Supper to benefit United Way

(Kaufman) City of Kaufman employees will host the 5th Annual Poor Man’s Supper benefiting United Way, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3 at the Kaufman Fire Station, 301 S. Madison. Enjoy chili, crackers and tea  while helping a good cause. Tickets are $5 at City Hall or at the door. To learn more, call […]