ROCKWALL,TX. (August 12, 2014) To denote the proud flying of the American flag and ongoing support of veterans of the United States armed forces, Home Depot in Rockwall will receive a Flag Certificate from the East Fork Trinity chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 10:00 AM. Members of […]
ROCKWALL,TX. (July 30, 2014) July 8th was a special day at the Rockwall Breakfast Rotary. Paul Schwartz with Honor Flight presented information about this wonderful organization. Paul is aViet Nam veteran and has a passion for the mission of Honor Flight. Pictured are Paul Schwartz and three WWII veterans that are Rockwall residents. These are […]
HEATH, TX (July 1, 2014) For a patriotic hometown American experience, come celebrate freedom at the City of Heath’s Annual Independence Day Parade followed by Popsicles in the Park on Friday, July 4. Whether you participate in the parade or find a comfortable seat for viewing, expect an inspiring scene as Laurence Drive is drenched in […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 23, 2014) Congressman Ralph Hall and Lt. General, USAF NASA Astronaut (Ret.) Thomas Stafford (Apollo 10) addressed residents of Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living this afternoon, during a special Memorial luncheon honoring veterans. Congressman Hall presented a flag that has flown over the U.S. Capitol. The Tri-County Veterans Honor Guard posted the […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY (November 4, 2013) Rockwall County Republican Women will have their monthly meeting honoring Veterans and hosting Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Pauken at Harry Myers Community Center on Monday, November 11, 2013, at 6:30pm. Pauken, a Vietnam Veteran will be speaking on patriotism and veterans affairs in Texas. Please come share a meal, conversation and […]
(ROCKWALL – Sept 16, 2013) Friends of Rockwall County Library recently brought former servicemen together for a presentation about the Honor Flight DFW program. Linda Robinson, Honor Flight DFW coordinator, explained the organization’s goal to take area World War II veterans to Washington DC to see the WW II memorial. The all-expense two-day trip is […]
(Rockwall) August 19, 2013 – Linda Robinson, USO Honor Flight Coordinator for Dallas/Fort Worth will be the featured speaker for the September 10th meeting of Friends of the Rockwall County Library. Her topic, “Defenders of Freedom” will give details about the Honor Flights for DFW area World War II veterans. The public is invited to attend. […]
‘Welcome Home, Stormy’ event set for Wednesday, July 24 (Wylie) July 22, 2013 – After a nationwide online vote, Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship in Wylie has won a new member to join the ranks of the Therapy Horses serving United States Veterans. Stormy, a rare Gypsy Vanner breed horse, was won by Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship after […]
(ROCKWALL) May 27, 2013 – Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor in Rockwall is serving up one pound of crawfish and an ice cold draft beer FREE for active duty military and veterans today, Monday, May 27.
Rockwall County families with loved ones serving in the military can connect at the Y (Rockwall, November 10, 2012) – Military Family Month provides all Americans the opportunity to recognize the dedication, sacrifice and service of military personnel and their families. The Rockwall Family YMCA recognizes military families this November and all year round by […]