Rockwall Habitat welcomes new board members

Rockwall Area Habitat for Humanity recently announced changes in its all-volunteer board. President Wendy Buford reported that “while we will be sorry to lose Construction Director, Greg Caffarel, Family Selection Director Jim Burzinski, Treasurer Scott Christensen, Architectural Director Bob Shaw, and Secretary Mary Alice Caffarel, we are grateful for their years of service without which we would […]

‘Serpent head’ revisited at Historical Foundation encore

‘Serpent head’ revisited at Historical Foundation encore

(Rockwall County) Sheri Fowler, program chair for the Rockwall County Historical Foundation, presented a local artifact known as a “serpent head” to guests attending the RCHF’S recent Brown Bag Lecture Series. The encore presentation of “Rock Wall Revisted – Myth or Mystery,” held at Rockwall’s Historic Downtown Courthouse on Dec. 9, offered updated information about […]

Meet Shep, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Shep, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Shep may look like a big boy, but he’s really just a big baby. He’s a little timid around strangers, but once he gets to know you, he’ll flip over for some belly rubs. He’s incredibly gentle and intelligent, not to mention absolutely handsome.   Shep is ready to be the family companion of your […]

Toys for Tots event at Harbor warm hearts, fills donation boxes

Toys for Tots event at Harbor warm hearts, fills donation boxes

The Rockwall community shared the spirit of giving this holiday season as Fox 4 News and Jack FM hosted a spirit-filled Toys for Tots event at The Harbor on Dec. 9. Residents lined up to drop off toys even before the official 5 p.m. start time. On hand to accept donations were members of the United States Marine Corps and countless […]

Wine, pizza and Cheer! event to benefit Rainbow Room

Come to KE Cellars at The Harbor from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14 and enjoy Cheer!, the holiday event sponsored by Savvy Texas Magazine, KE Cellars, and Campisi’s, benefiting The Rainbow Room of Rockwall County. Bring a clothing item (children’s or adult), personal hygeine items, diapers or baby formula to donate. Guests will enjoy wine tastings […]

Rotary’s community-wide drive nets two tons of food for Rockwall County’s hungry

Rotary’s community-wide drive nets two tons of food for Rockwall County’s hungry

Rotarians to host luncheon recognizing Heath fire station’s collection efforts “Joining Hands to Help Others” was the 2011 Rockwall Rotary Club’s theme for its recent community-wide food drive benefiting the Helping Hands food pantry. Each year, Helping Hands distributes thousands of bags of groceries to individuals and families in need across Rockwall County. The need […]

Part II: How to buy a telescope…

Part II: How to buy a telescope…

…and not be disappointed. Part II: The Telescope Tube  In part II of this story, we will address the optical tube, the telescope – the thing you put your eye in so as to see into space (stars, nebulae and galaxies, or near space, planets). (If you missed Part I, you’ll want to go here before reading […]

Free, live nativity features costumed cast, caroling, cookies

In its sixth year, First Christian Church’s gift to the community includes “Away in a Manger” re-enactment, plus inside look at special nativity collection (Rockwall) If you look under the bright star in the East (east of Ridge Road, that is!) on the night of Sunday, Dec. 18, you will find Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus […]

Y Challenge connects people, transforms lives

Y Challenge connects people, transforms lives

(Rockwall County) The holidays can be a stressful time for almost everyone.  The Rockwall County Family YMCA recently hosted a Transformation Challenge, which helped participants get fit, healthy and ready for the holidays.  Many great participants signed up, both from our Y membership and from our staff.  One way that the YMCA is different is the sense of community […]

Meet Tye, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Tye, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Are you ready to Tye one on for the holidays? Tye is a well-mannered, friendly dog who’s very eager to please. This handsome boy loves to play, but he’s equally happy to walk by your side. Looking for a good, solid dog? A faithful companion? You won’t do any better than Tye. He’s the real […]