(Rockwall) July 2, 2012- Come enjoy a fish fry and free concert with local legends Brett Morrison and Jim McAdams with Cross Country on Friday, July 13 at Heritage Christian Academy, 1408 S. Goliad St. in Rockwall. The fish fry is $8 per person and begins at 6:30 p.m. Kids 10 and under eat for […]
Economic development through tourism Summer is in full swing in Rockwall and our businesses are rolling out the red carpet to welcome the thousands that visit the Harbor and other hot spots in Rockwall every year. Rockwall is a vacation destination year round, but we experience a surge of vacationers and “staycationers” during the summer months and they make a tremendous impact on our sales tax revenue. […]
The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce recently honored Carino’s Italian, located at 819 E. Interstate 30 in Rockwall, as Business of the Month for June 2012. Manager Alphanzo Dixon accepted the award. At Carino’s Italian, they value their customer relationships because that is the true pulse of their success. Their mission is to create an exceptional experience for […]
July 3, 2012 – Here are just some of the sizzling hot fireworks shows, parades and patriotic parties happening in and around Dallas-Fort Worth today and tomorrow. (If your event is not listed, please share the details in our comments section!) Kaufman’s 4th of July Parade, Picnic Wednesday, July 4. Parade at 10 a.m. Picnic […]
(Rockwall) June 25, 2012 – The Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club recently awarded Reading for Adults of the Rockwall County Library $3,000 to use for the promotion of the ESL, GED, and Citizenship program which enriches the entire community of Rockwall. Presenting the check is Billy Self from the Breakfast Rotary Club. Accepting the check is Gloria […]
Every day’s party at Arts A Blast, but now you have another reason to visit the artsy entertainment venue in Rockwall. Mark your calendars now for the Wineshare networking event coming Friday, July 13, 2012 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Arts A Blast, located at 2845 Ridge Road, Suite 209 in Rockwall. Wineshare is held […]
Does art make you smart? Photos by Blue Ribbon News, courtesy of Art’s A Blast and their students. (Rockwall) June 22, 2012 – This summer, Art’s A Blast in Rockwall is hosting more than 30 different camps for kids ages 4 to 18, led by instructors with art degrees or certifications, as well as education […]
NEW DATE: The Dirty Rock Off Road Triathlon has been rescheduled for Sunday, July 29, 2012, after the original date had to be changed due to heavy rains affecting the mountain bike trail. Transition opens at 6 a.m.; the race starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Rockwall Family YMCA. Off road sprint triathlon benefits Rockwall YMCA […]
(Rockwall) June 15, 2012 – Swim lessons run year round at the the Rockwall Family YMCA, but there are so many more options in the summer! There are two week sessions that run in the mornings and afternoons starting as early as 9 am and running as late as 2:10 pm. They also have evening classes […]
June 14, 2012 – Join the Soroptimist International Club of Rockwall at Southern Junction Nightclub and Steakhouse from 7 to 11 p.m. October 6 for Lassos and Lace, a WomenAid fundraising event. Donation items are needed for the live and silent auctions. They are also seeking sponsor tables, program donations and event underwriters. More details […]