Standing room only for Dobbs students’ Thanksgiving play

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 21, 2014) First grade students at Dobbs Elementary recently performed a Thanksgiving Play portraying different animals to tell what they were thankful for. Students had opportunities to sing as well as tell stories in front of a live audience. Animals ranged from tigers all the way to owls and rabbits. Students have […]

Rockwall Noon Rotary recognized Nebbie sixth grader as Student of Honor

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 20, 2014) Trevor Webb, a sixth grader at Nebbie Williams Elementary School, was recognized by the Rockwall Noon Rotary Club today as a Rotary Student of Honor. He was presented the award during a luncheon program at Rotary Hall. Nebbie principal Lisa Gielow spoke about Trevor’s long legacy of accomplishments,  his service […]

‘It’s not a store. It’s a story.’

Hallie B in downtown Rockwall encourages patrons to ‘Shop Local, Think Global’ ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 20, 2014) A colorfully painted sign reading H. B. Shack stands out in the unassuming little yard off North Goliad Street, directly across from the Life House coffee shop. A quaint wooden swing hangs from ropes off the tree. The […]

Driving Business Downtown: New partnership provides shuttle service to shopping, dining

Driving Business Downtown: New partnership provides shuttle service to shopping, dining

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 20, 2014) Toyota of Rockwall has been very busy this fall making changes to their lobby area and introducing a new service that will benefit both its customers and downtown merchants. A boutique in the dealership’s Parts Department – an extension of Bella’s House on the Square – has already proven to […]

#ShopRockwall this holiday season

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 19, 2014) With the holidays right around the corner, the biggest shopping season of the year is upon us and #ShopRockwall is fully underway. Before fighting the traffic and heading to overcrowded malls, check out what Rockwall has to offer. “Local business is one reason why our great city continues to thrive,” […]

Aspasians fill Thanksgiving baskets for Rainbow Room families

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 19, 2014) This month the ladies of Aspasians once again provided Thanksgiving baskets for The Rainbow Room of Rockwall County.   Thirty-two families were provided Thanksgiving bags that were full of items needed to make a Thanksgiving feast.  Each family was also given a gift card to purchase their own turkey to […]

Hartman students raise ‘Bills for Chills,’ enjoy ice cream social at Culvers

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 19, 2014) Grace Hartman Elementary students recently participated in a challenge hosted by Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club by donating dollar bills for the purchase of winter coats for local people in need. Pictured are Principal Becky Reidling, Assistant Principal Jane Bruning, and Counselor Melissa Shaw with Mrs. Baldwin and Mrs. Bell’s 4th […]

Hawks Boys Basketball off to great start

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Nov. 19, 2014) On Tuesday, Nov. 18, the Rockwall Heath Hawks Boys Basketball team beat Sachse in the season opening game, 57-46.  The leading scorer of the game was Jackson Zivney with 14 points.  The Hawks face North Garland this Friday, Nov. 21 at North Garland High School.  Be sure to mark your calendar for next […]

Rockwall YMCA Grand Opening Weekend to feature free classes, giveaways, family fun

YMCA Phase I Renovation Complete ROCKWALL, TX (November 10, 2014) The JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall will kick off the Phase I grand reopening for its newly renovated facility with a plethora of fun activities and programs on the weekend of Nov. 20-23. The Y will host a ribbon cutting Thursday, Nov. 20 to begin […]

Rockwall Stingerettes put on patriotic performance

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 18, 2014) Rockwall High School Stingerettes participated in Military Appreciation Night at the October 24, 2014 football game held at Wilkerson-Sanders Stadium. The drill team used American flags in their pre-game performance. Submitted by Rhonda Franks. To share your good news and events, email . Please click here to LIKE our Facebook […]