(ROCKWALL-February 16, 2013) Join the Rockwall County Republican Party for Reagan Day 2013, an evening to celebrate the life of 40th president Ronald Reagan. The Rockwall Reagan Day Dinner will be at 6 p.m. Saturday February 16 at the Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront at The Harbor in Rockwall. Doors open at 5 p.m. Special guest […]
(ROCKWALL-February 14, 2013) Throwaway Ponies, a horse rescue and rehabilitation organization, received a grant from the ASPCA to improve fencing at their location in Farmersville. TaPs has over 40 horses at its Rockwall location and 25 in Farmersville. There is more property in Farmersville (27 acres), but it needs cross-fencing. So, thanks to the grant […]
(ROCKWALL ISD-February 14, 2013) Recognize Davy Crockett or Theodore Roosevelt? How about Betsy Ross or Harriet Tubman? Second graders from Dobbs proudly present their “Famous American” bottle dolls. This project culminates a study of famous Americans who exemplified traits of good citizenship. Photo submitted by Norma Terrell. To share your good news and events, email . […]
(ROCKWALL-February 13, 2013) Rockwall County Helping Hands Centsible Thrift Stores recently honored their 50 Top Shoppers of 2012! The celebration included a champagne toast, hors d’oeuvres from Culpepper Steak House, raffle drawings and special shopping perks for the evening. The Centsible Thrift Stores of Rockwall Helping Hands are the best kept shopping secrets in North […]
(ROCKWALL-February 11, 2013) Rockwall Area Habitat for Humanity is off and running on its next house that will go to the Villalobos family. Even with the cold weather, 15 volunteers braved the chilly temperatures and were able to complete 2.5 framing sides for the house. Angel Lopez with Sonic was gracious enough to donate lunch for […]
(February 11, 2013) When Ella Turner of Rockwall learned about The American Heart Association’s Jump Rope for Heart, she knew exactly what she wanted to do – help kids with sick hearts in memory of her little sister, Colby. The Flower-Box announces its Share The Love 2013 beneficiary As floral designers, employers at The Flower-Box in Rockwall […]
Come join the Mardi Gras party on Fat Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at Dodie’s at The Harbor located in Rockwall, TX. Mardi Gras only happens once a year, so live it up on Fat Tuesday New Orleans-style at Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor in Rockwall. There is a cash prize of $50.00 in the Outrageous […]
(ROCKWALL-February 7, 2013) The City of Rockwall was recently honored with the 2012 Chamber Partner of the Year Award by the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce. “We are extremely honored to receive this award,” said Mayor David Sweet. “Our staff and elected officials share the belief that we are all partners in the continuing development […]
Hospital earns accreditation for its diabetes education program, partners with Helping Hands and other organizations to provide services (ROCKWALL-February 7, 2013) Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall is pleased to announce that its diabetes education program was recently accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. This program provides residents in and around Rockwall County increased […]
(ROCKWALL-February 6, 2013) Selected among several local outstanding youth, Chris Rivera will compete against other Boys & Girls Club members for the North Texas Youth of the Year title and a $1,000 college scholarship from Tupperware Brands Corporation. Rivera will compete this Friday and Saturday, February 7 and 8, in Killeen, TX. As the new […]