Run, don’t waddle – to the Rubber Duck Regatta

Run, don’t waddle – to the Rubber Duck Regatta

(Rockwall) August 26, 2013 – Flo T Duck, the official mascot of the Rockwall Rubber Duck Regatta, has been leaving a trail of web-footed tracks all over town, hoping everyone will follow her to the second annual duck fest at The Harbor. The 2013 cooler-friendly event will be bigger and better, spanning two full days […]

Wylie East Sapphires to host Jr Jewels Dance Clinic

(Wylie) August 19, 2013 – The Wylie East High School Sapphires will present the much-anticipated Junior Jewels Dance Clinic from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 at the WEHS gymnasium. The clinic is open to girls in kindergarten through sixth grade. Participants will enjoy learning a dance routine, performing with the Sapphires, and playing games. […]

City of Rowlett’s annual Photography Contest underway

Contest open to everyone in Lake Ray Hubbard area (Rowlett) July 29, 2013 – The City of Rowlett and The Arts and Humanities Commission announce the 2013 Photography Contest, with a theme of “Rowlett the Beautiful.” Categories include: 1.  People – children, students, politicians, citizens, etc. 2.  Places – lake, library, community center, buildings, DART, […]

Rockwall Rotary adds BMX show to Hot Rocks lineup

(Rockwall) July 24, 2013 – An extreme BMX stunt show has just been added to the lineup of activities at this year’s Hot Rocks, giving families one more reason to come out to Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium on Saturday, August 10 for a day of racing action and fun for all ages. Bounce houses, children’s games and thrilling […]

DIRTY ROCK – POSTPONED!

(Rockwall) July 20, 2013 – Due to recent rains affecting Squabble Creek Trail, Sunday’s Dirty Rock Off-Road Sprint Triathlon benefiting the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall is being rescheduled. New date TBA. Stay tuned for details! Off-road sprint triathlon benefits JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall  Register online at playtri.com/dirtyrock (Rockwall) July 16, 2013 – The fourth annual […]

Rockwall HeartChase: an urban adventure with purpose

(Rockwall) July 19, 2013 – Ever spend the day running around, jumping through hoops and going in circles – only to find yourself back where you started? Sometimes all you need is a different perspective – a new way of looking at things. Rockwall HeartChase is an urban adventure that brings friends and co-workers together to […]

Girls lacrosse coming to Rockwall County, free clinic Sunday

(ROCKWALL-May 17, 2013) There will be a free clinic for girls in grades 5 through 12 who are interested in joining Rockwall Lady Lax Lacrosse. Come out to Kyle Road Turf Field, on the east side of Rockwall High School, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 19. Coaches from Allen and Flower Mound clubs, as […]

Women in Need takes steps against domestic violence

In Her Shoes 5k set for Sept 28 (ROCKWALL-May 9, 2013) Women in Need will present its 3rd annual In Her Shoes 5K and one-mile fun run beginning at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, September 28. Women In Need, Inc. provides hope and help for victims of domestic violence.  All proceeds from this event will go directly to […]

Aspasians Spring Fair today in Downtown Rockwall

Aspasians celebrate 40 years of philanthropy (ROCKWALL-April 27, 2013) For the past 40 years, a group of Rockwall area ladies called the Aspasians have been hosting the Aspasians Arts and Crafts Fair.  Many Rockwall residents have grown up shopping at the bi-annual fair with their parents and are now shopping with children of their own.  […]

Taste of Rockwall, Business Expo to showcase area companies, restaurants

(ROCKWALL-April 10, 2013) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 20th Annual Taste of Rockwall & Business Expo from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 11 at Rockwall High School. Food, fun, entertainment and local companies will be highlighted during the event, which is designed to be part business–to-business; part business-to-general-public-networking; and part […]