Children welcome new U.S. citizen with special gift

Children welcome new U.S. citizen with special gift

(Rockwall) Maria Diaz recently became a citizen of the United States and received a special gift – a hand-decorated tile with red, white and blue American symbols on it, painted by the children of First Presbyterian Church of Rockwall. Diaz, born in Mexico, came to this country in 1993 and has been working toward becoming […]

Aspasians Art Fair returns to the Square

[The Rockwall News.com] (Rockwall) The Aspasians semi-annual Fall 2011 Art Fair will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 on the Old Town Rockwall Courthouse Square. Dozens of booths and displays featuring arts & crafts, art, clothing, sunglasses, food, and more products will be for sale. Local entertainers, bounce houses, fun for children and lots […]

Rock Wall Daughters of American Revolution to meet

(Rockwall) The Rock Wall Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, DAR, will meet Saturday, Oct. 1. Guest speaker Sylvia Marrs, Regent of the Betty Martin Chapter of Temple, TX, will present “Music of the Southwest Indians.”   Those interested in attending should call for location specifics. To learn more or to RSVP, call Carolyn Duckworth at […]

Meet Digger, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Digger, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Digger is an older little dog, so he’s very calm and mellow – rare for a chihuahua! He’s also very handsome and friendly. Put Digger in your lap, and he’ll be content to cuddle with you for hours. He’s the perfect companion for a senior citizen or a quieter household. He’s currently in a private […]

Join the tail-gate party every Sunday

Join the tail-gate party every Sunday

Here’s proof that Rockwall shelter pets rock. They host a tail-gate party from noon to 4 p.m. every Sunday at the Rockwall Animal Adoption Center, and a Dallas Cowboys tote bag is given away with every adoption. Sponsored by Rockwall Pets, the tail-gate party adoption event includes game-watching, soft drinks, chips and popcorn. The Rockwall Animal […]

Rockwall achieves No Kill in August

Rockwall achieves No Kill in August

(Rockwall) Melanie, Mia and Angel were fortunate to have heartworm problems this month. If the three chihuahua mixes had been tested as heartworm positive a couple of years ago in Rockwall, they wouldn’t be alive. It’s a new day for sick and injured pets in Rockwall, since the community achieved a 97% live outcome rate […]

Meet Hank, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Hank, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Hank is simply stunning. He has one of the most beautiful coats imaginable. Sure, he may need a little obedience training. But this intelligent boy picks up anything in a hurry. He’ll be part of the Adopt-a-Bull adoption event this Saturday presented by Rockwall Pets and Dog Star Pit Bull Rescue. Meet great dogs like […]

Beth Moore live simulcast; Dave Ramsey class; Night Out at FBC

(Rockwall) First Baptist Church Rockwall, located at 610 S. Goliad St., will host a Living Proof Live Simulcast featuring Beth Moore and Travis Cottrell from 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. Doors open at 8 a.m.  The cost is $20, which includes a box lunch.  Register at fbcrockwalltx.org or at the table in the […]

Community Playhouse presents ‘Hello, Dolly!’

Community Playhouse presents ‘Hello, Dolly!’

(Rockwall) Don’t miss the final weekend of Rockwall Community Playhouse’s “Hello, Dolly!” Showtimes are 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 7 and 8; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9 at RCP, located at 609 E. Rusk in Rockwall. The show is directed by Pam Whittaker, assisted by Darlene Singleton, Monica Phillips and Rhonda Alford. The talented […]

Allure Restaurant at Chandler’s Landing opens to public

[TheRockwallNews.com]  (Rockwall) After months of renovation, the long-awaited, lakeside Allure Restaurant at Chandler’s Landing Marina is now open to the public. Featuring fine dining with spectacular sunset views of Lake Ray Hubbard in the spacious Main Dining Room, casual dining with live weekend entertainment in the Bar & Grill, several banquet & meeting rooms, plus even […]