Helping Hands, Fulton School team up for technology, community

Helping Hands, Fulton School team up for technology, community

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (October 23, 2014) Helping Hands of Rockwall County partnered with Fulton School parents, students and staff and raised $22,000 during the walkathon event at the school campus on Sept. 15. With the partnership, Fulton donated 25 percent of the funds ($5,500) to Helping Hands. Around 130 Fulton students ages 3-18 walked anywhere from […]

Expert panel addresses Rockwall area parents, teens on substance abuse

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (October 22, 2014) Local parents and students were treated to a wealth of informative and thought-provoking material regarding teen drug/alcohol abuse during the Community Forum held at the Rockwall-Heath High School Performing Arts Center Tuesday night. The forum, entitled “Keeping Our Kids Safe from Drugs and Alcohol,” included presentations from six panelists from […]

Dodie’s at The Harbor to host Rockwall YMCA Leadership Mingle

Now booking holiday parties, catering services ROCKWALL, TX (October 22, 2014) Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor is proud to host the 2015 Annual Campaign Leadership Mingle for the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall on Tuesday, October 28. This is an opportunity for YMCA leadership to relax and connect while enjoying chef-inspired cuisine served up by Rockwall’s […]

Mayoral proclamation recognizes Cain Middle School

ROCKWALL,TX. (October 21, 2014) Cain Middle School was honored during Monday’s city council meeting as Rockwall Mayor David Sweet officially proclaimed Monday, Oct. 20, 2014 as Cain Middle School Recognition Day in Rockwall. Cain Middle School made huge waves this year alone in the area of student education, including earning distinct designations under the 2014 […]

Rockwall Kiwanis honored at City Council meeting

ROCKWALL, TX (October 21, 2014) The Rockwall Kiwanis Club was honored during Monday’s City Council meeting as Rockwall Mayor David Sweet officially proclaimed Monday, Oct. 20, 2014 as Rockwall Kiwanis Appreciation Day in Rockwall. The Rockwall Kiwanis was recognized for its philanthropic endeavors benefiting the county, including its Food for Kids Program providing meals to over 300 […]

Mayoral proclamation recognizes JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX (October 21, 2014) The JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall was honored during Monday’s City Council meeting as Rockwall Mayor David Sweet officially proclaimed Monday, Oct. 20, 2014 as JER Chilton YMCA Recognition Day in Rockwall. The Y provides sports programs for over 2,300 local children annually, including its swimming program which teaches over […]

Rockwall Mayor proclaims Oct 23-31 as Red Ribbon Week

ROCKWALL, TX (October 21, 2014) Rockwall Mayor David Sweet recognized the week of Oct. 23-31, 2014 as Red Ribbon Week in Rockwall during Monday’s City Council meeting. Red Ribbon Week, part of the National Red Ribbon Campaign of the National Family Partnership (NFP), will be celebrated in every community across America to help combat drug […]

Meet Gypsy, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL, TX (October 20, 2014) You’re looking at a very special little dog. Gypsy is sweetness personified. She’s 12 years old and has limited vision, but that doesn’t stop her from having a positive outlook on life. Her aim is to snuggle up close so she can give you all the love she has. You […]

Date, venue changed for world record-setting ice bucket challenge in Rockwall

Date, venue changed for world record-setting ice bucket challenge in Rockwall

UPDATE (October 16, 2014) The Guiness World Record ALS Ice Bucket Challenge attempt has grown to the point that the original time and location has been changed to accommodate more people.  NEW DETAILS:  Saturday, October 25th 10 a.m. Williams Middle School Football Field 625 E. FM 552 (Hwy 205 & FM 552) Rockwall,TX 75087  ORIGINAL […]