‘God Particle’ the topic of FUMC Rockwall Wesley Arts lecture

‘God Particle’ the topic of FUMC Rockwall Wesley Arts lecture

(Rockwall) August 27, 2013 – On Thursday, September 19th, at 7 pm, First United Methodist Church of Rockwall, located at 1200 E. Yellow Jacket Lane, will host for its Wesley Arts speaker series Dr. Jaehoon Yu, Professor and Associate Chair of the Physics Dept., University of Texas – Arlington, who will speak on the “God […]

American National Bank of Texas names new LPL financial advisor at Rockwall Banking Center

(Rockwall) August 26, 2013 – American National Bank of Texas announced the hiring of LPL Financial advisor Jack Crain at the bank’s main Rockwall banking center. “It is personally gratifying to assist individuals in their financial journey by introducing various investment solutions in challenging economic environments,” said Crain. “As part of the ANBTX family, I […]

Eight – NO, NINE – new restaurants opening in Rockwall

Eight – NO, NINE – new restaurants opening in Rockwall

(Rockwall) August 26, 2013 – UPDATE: This just in! We just received confirmation that another restaurant is joining the recent list of new restaurants coming to the City of Rockwall.  Londoners Pub and Grill brings the total to NINE. The eatery serves authentic British food such as Fish and Chips and Shepherd Pie along with […]

Habitat for Humanity seeks homeowner, volunteer coordinator, construction director

(Rockwall) August 19, 2013 –  Rockwall Area Habitat for Humanity is seeking a homeowner for the next build that will start in late fall of this year. There are many deserving families in Rockwall. If you or someone you know might be qualified, please visit rockwallhabitat.org or inquire at for more information. Each week Habitat […]

‘Why do I have to learn this? I’m never going to use this stuff!’

(Rockwall / Heath) August 25, 2013 – As the school year gets underway and your child is doing math homework, you may as well get ready for the question: “Why do I have to learn this?  I’m never going to use this stuff!” This argument generally starts around the algebra level, but you may have heard […]

Rockwall grad heads to A&M with YMCA scholarship

(Rockwall) August 25, 2013 – Congratulations to 2013 Rockwall High School graduate Olivia Corneau, one of 14 students to receive a Dallas YMCA Phipps Scholarship. Olivia’s scholarship was the largest awarded – $12,000. Applicants submitted essays, letters of recommendation, SAT/ACT scores and financial information. To be considered for the scholarship, they had to demonstrate a […]

Rockwall’s Amber Carrington to perform at Equest fall fundraiser

Rockwall’s Amber Carrington to perform at Equest fall fundraiser

Equest Ridefest to raise funds for care of therapy horses (Rockwall, Wylie) September 8, 2013 – Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship, located at 3800 Troy Road in Wylie, will present Ridefest 2013 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. The annual fall fundraising event is open to the public and will feature circus-themed activities, performances […]

Troop 83 hosts Court of Honor

Scout writes to Blue Ribbon News for Communications Badge (Rockwall) August 25, 2013 – Twelve-year Caleb Davis was among several members of Troop 83 to earn rank advancements, merit badges and awards at the August 5th Court of Honor at First United Methodist Church Rockwall. Caleb advanced to the rank of Star along with Eddie […]