(Rockwall – November 19, 2012) While playing BINGO with residents of Summer Ridge Assisted Living in Rockwall, members of Girl Scout Troop #7412 were thrilled to meet Katherine Strain, who was part of the first Girl Scout Troop in Rockwall back in the 1930’s. Pictured with Ms Strain are Sophia Duncan, Corissa Perez, Sydnie Covington, Emma […]
(Rockwall) November 7, 2012 – What can a few very determined women accomplish when they put their heads and hands together? Ask Nell Welborn, founder of the annual Friends of the Rockwall County Library Christmas Luncheon that will observe its 10th anniversary on December 11, 2012. “As Friends president in 2003-04, one of my stated […]
(Rockwall – November 18, 2012) The Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County is celebrating the season with a special holiday breakfast honoring “Angels Among Us” – those who have helped the youth development organization to not only survive, but thrive over the past year. For CEO Misti Potter, this is a magical time – when […]
(November 18, 2012) Girl Scout Troop 8979 from Amy Parks Heath Elementary recently gathered at the home of Marc and Denese Drake to listen to the inspiring life story of local resident Gina Patterson. Ms. Patterson is a burn survivor who has overcome all odds and the prognosis of her doctors who told her she […]
(Rockwall – November 17, 2012) The Aspasians recently held their November meeting at the home of Carrie Varner. The ladies gathered to assemble “Thanksgiving Baskets” for local families assisted by the Rockwall Rainbow Room. The baskets were filled with food and all the supplies necessary to prepare a terrific Thanksgiving feast. Pictured are Jenni Knox, […]
(Rockwall – November 17, 2012) The Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County recently installed new Board members. Board Members are (front row, from left) Michael Hunter; Gwen Monahan; Glen Farris, President; Mary Smith, Treasurer; Pat Turner; (back row) Gary Cole, President Elect; Nancy Larsen; April Guest; and Lea Ann Ewing, Secretary. The Rockwall Kiwanis Club is comprised of service-minded-men and women who […]
(November 16, 2012) Once again, Rest Haven Funeral Home is offering a special way for families to honor the memory of their loved ones this holiday season. Beginning Tuesday, November 27, Angel Wing Remembrance Trees will be placed at each of the three Rest Haven Funeral Homes in Rockwall, Rowlett, and Royse City. The trees […]
(Rockwall – November 15, 2012) More than 200 elementary school students in Rockwall have brand-new coats and some happy memories this winter, thanks to a partnership between The Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club and Old Navy of Rockwall. On Saturday, November 10, students and families of Rockwall ISD were invited to the Old Navy store in […]
Numerous donation sites available for largest coat drive in Rockwall County (November 15, 2012) As the autumn leaves are raked into neat little piles for the year, the cold winter months are quickly approaching. There are many people who could really use a new or gently used coat, sweater, scarf or a pair of gloves […]
(Rockwall ISD – November 14, 2012) Congratulations to Rockwall-Heath High School student athlete, Bret Boswell, who signed a National Letter of Intent today to play baseball for the University of Texas. Bret was surrounded by family, friends and coaches on Signing Day. Submitted by Bob and Amy Boswell, Bret’s parents. To submit your good news and […]