Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce welcomes new President/CEO, Michael Gallops

Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce welcomes new President/CEO, Michael Gallops

Addison, TX (October 24, 2023) – The Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to introduce Michael Gallops, IOM, TDM, as the organization’s newly appointed President and CEO, effective November 15th. Michael steps into this vital role, succeeding Hayden Austin, who departed in the summer to join Metrocrest Services. In his new capacity, […]

The Lions Club of Rowlett donates $15,000.00 in quarter ending September 30

The Lions Club of Rowlett donates $15,000.00 in quarter ending September 30

Rowlett, TX (October 13, 2023) – The Rowlett Lions Club has been a generous supporter of local and state charities since its inception in 1966. The $15,000.00 raised in the quarter ending September 30, 2023 has been donated to organizations such as the Texas Lions Camp for Children with Disabilities, Rowlett Needy Children’s Fund, Society of […]

Rowlett Review Books Club October 17 meeting presents Kathleen Cunningham on actress, Betty White

Rowlett Review Books Club October 17 meeting presents Kathleen Cunningham on actress, Betty White

Rowlett, TX (October 9, 2023) – Rowlett Reviews Book Club next meeting is Tuesday, October 17, 2023 when we will be royally entertained by Dallas Professional Book Reviewer, Kathleen Cunningham, presenting “Here We Go Again:  My Life in Television” by Betty White and  “The Life (& Wife) of Allen Ludden” by Adam Nedoff. Kathleen always […]

Northeast Dallas County Kiwanis Club and Rowlett Lions Club partner for Rowlett Citywide Food Drive

Northeast Dallas County Kiwanis Club and Rowlett Lions Club partner for Rowlett Citywide Food Drive

Rowlett, TX (September 13, 2023) – September is Hunger Action Month. Unfortunately, the number of people who need assistance with food continues to grow in our community. In fact, over 27% of children under 18 in Dallas County live in households that have experienced food insecurity in the past year. We need your help to […]

Rowlett Reviews Book Club September 19 meeting “Pretty Reckless”

Rowlett Reviews Book Club September 19 meeting “Pretty Reckless”

Rockwall, TX (September 13, 2023) – Time to get out of the summer doldrums and start something new and interesting!  Join Rowlett Reviews Book Club and hear an exciting story/review each month, delivered by professional Dallas area (or North Texas) speakers or reviewers. This month’s program will be presented by Holly Stevens and is titled […]

Local teacher unveils sculpture to honor 9/11 first responders

Local teacher unveils sculpture to honor 9/11 first responders

ROWLETT, TX (Sept. 11, 2023) Jon Millet, a Rowlett resident and teacher at Trinity Christian Academy (TCA) in Addison, unveiled his sculpture honoring first responders who served on September 11, 2001. In partnership with the Rowlett Arts & Humanities Commission, Millet was selected to design and build a one-of-a-kind sculpture commemorating the bravery of first […]

Inaugural Rowlett Economic Development Summit: Economic Growth and Collaboration in the Region

Inaugural Rowlett Economic Development Summit: Economic Growth and Collaboration in the Region

Rowlett, Texas (August 29, 2023) – The Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center, in partnership with the City of Rowlett Economic Development Department, is excited to announce the inaugural Rowlett Economic Development Summit. This premier event is scheduled to take place on September 27, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Rowlett Community Center. […]