Swallowed Up by Life

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – March 29, 2015) Louie Zamperini tasted a heavenly peace as death approached. But he’d made a promise to God during his weeks of floating in a deteriorating raft, gazing at the vast ocean and starry skies. If the Creator of all this could save him from the dangers he faced—hunger, thirst, heat […]

Springer students recognized as ‘Terrific Kids’ by Rockwall Kiwanis

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 29, 2015) Students at Springer Elementary received honorable awards for “Terrific Kids,” a student-recognition program sponsored by Kiwanis to promote leadership and character development. “Terrific” stands for: Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable.  Students work with their classroom teacher to establish goals to improve behavior, peer relationships, attendance or school work.  […]

Rockwall-Heath’s Powder Puff game benefits Hanna4Hope

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – March 27, 2015) The Rockwall-Heath senior and junior girls met at the RHHS football field March 26 to participate in the 6th annual Powder Puff Football Game. The game has always served as a philanthropic fundraiser; and this year, proceeds went to the RHHS chapter for Hanna4Hope. Student Council officers Mackenzie Long, […]

Lights out for Earth Hour at the Rockwall Hilton this Saturday

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – March 26, 2015) The Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront is participating in Earth Hour on Saturday, March 28, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Millions of people across the globe will switch off their lights for one hour to raise awareness for our planet. The Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront will feature the following special activities: • […]

Rockwall EDC announces new Board of Directors

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 26, 2015) Dale Cherry and Matthew Nielsen have been appointed to serve on the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation‘s Board of Directors. “It’s our privilege to welcome Dale Cherry and Matthew Nielsen to the Rockwall EDC Board of Directors,” said Sheri Franza, REDC president and chief executive officer. “They both bring a […]

Mayor’s Message: Rockwall voters to consider City Charter revisions

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 26, 2015) The citizens of Rockwall will have the opportunity to vote on amendments to the city charter in the upcoming municipal election.  The Rockwall City Council unanimously voted to put forth to voters these ballot propositions associated with the recommended changes in order to give each citizen its right to […]