Rockwall Walmart Neighborhood Market supports injured firefighter Devon Colbert

Rockwall Walmart Neighborhood Market supports injured firefighter Devon Colbert

(ROCKWALL-January 28, 2013) Today marked one more time that the Rockwall community stepped up to take care of one of its own.  The Rockwall Neighborhood Walmart made a generous donation to injured firefighter Devon Colbert and his family. The Rockwall and Garland Fire Department were present to receive the donation on behalf of the Colberts. […]

Presbyterian Rockwall pioneers project to improve breastfeeding rates

(ROCKWALL-January 28, 2013) Breastfeeding is one of the most effective preventive health measures for infants and mothers. Despite the many benefits of breastfeeding, only 13.7 percent of Texas mothers exclusively breastfeed for six months. To help reverse this trend, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall embarked on a program to emphasize the importance of breastfeeding to […]

Texas Hold’em Tourney to benefit firefighter Devon Colbert

Texas Hold’em Tourney to benefit firefighter Devon Colbert

(ROCKWALL-January 23, 2013) There will be a Texas Hold’em Tournament Saturday, Feb. 9 benefiting injured firefighter Devon Colbert. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m.; the tournament begins at 6. The event will be at the Rockwall Rotary Building, 408 S. Goliad St. $50 buy-in; $20 unlimited re-buys; $30 add-on.  Includes food, snacks and soft drinks, BYOB. […]

Nebbie student earns Rotary ‘Student of Honor’ Award

(ROCKWALL-January 26, 2013) Joshua Harper, a 6th grade student at Nebbie Williams Elementary, recently received the Rotary “Student of Honor” award. He was chosen by the 6th grade team of teachers in recognition of his outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Harper expressed what a great experience and honor it was to receive this award and […]

Lake Pointe Student Ministry paints their way to new year of Bible study with Art’s A Blast

(ROCKWALL-January 25, 2013) One hundred and sixty moms and daughters from Lake Pointe Church’s Student Ministry came together January 13 for a painting session sponsored by Art’s A Blast. The event served as a unique and creative way for the high school and middle school students to kick off their new year of Bible study. The […]

Super Bowl party at Dodie’s at The Harbor

(ROCKWALL-January 25, 2013) Where will you go to watch Super Bowl XLVII? On Sunday, Feb. 3, Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor in Rockwall will feature the Super Bowl on SEVEN big screens, along with appetizer specials, $2.50 draft beers and $5 bombs. While there, try out their new Surf & Turf specials! RELATED STORY […]

What not to do when visiting a friend in the hospital

What not to do when visiting a friend in the hospital

(January 24, 2013) Hospital visits.  No one really enjoys them – unless perhaps to celebrate the arrival of a baby.  However at some point you will have a sick or injured family member, friend, or coworker in the hospital.  What should you do?  How long should you visit?  What do you say? For many of […]

Strike Out Violence Bowling Tournament to benefit New Beginning Center

Strike Out Violence Bowling Tournament to benefit New Beginning Center

(January 24, 2013)  The 10th Annual Strike Out Violence Bowling Tournament benefiting New Beginning Center Women’s Shelter starts at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26 at Plano Super Bowl. New Beginning Center, located at 218 N. 10th Street in Garland, is a domestic violence nonprofit agency serving Northeast Dallas and Rockwall Counties, fostering an environment of […]