GREENVILLE, TX (March 30, 2026) — More than 31,000 pounds of food were delivered on March 25 by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to support local North Texas Food Bank partner organizations: Hunt County Shared Ministries (FISH) and Neighbors Nourishing Neighbors. The delivery included pantry staples such as applesauce, peanut butter, spaghetti […]
Rockwall, TX (January 27, 2026) – Valentine’s Day is often filled with flowers, candy, and cards—but some of the most meaningful expressions of love are shared through service and connection. This season, community members are invited to celebrate Valentine’s Day by giving their time and compassion to others right here at home. Through JustServe.org, individuals, […]
Training for New Master Wellness Volunteers begins January 21, 2026. Rockwall County, TX (January 20, 2026) – The Master Wellness Volunteer Initiative is an AgriLife Extension program that provides volunteers with 40 hours of training in health and nutrition education. In return, the volunteers agree to give back 40 hours of service. The volunteer opportunities […]
Kaufman & Rockwall, TX (October 16, 2025) — Lone Star CASA had the joy of celebrating the adoption of 17-year-old Lilo at the Grayson County Courthouse. Lilos’s journey through foster care is one of extraordinary resilience, healing, and hope. Lilo’s path was not without setbacks, including the heartbreak of a failed adoption. Yet, with consistent […]
Wylie, TX (April 3, 2025) – In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Educational Center has once again been recognized for its outstanding contributions, this time in the area of volunteerism! As April marks National Volunteer Month, the timing of this recognition couldn’t be more perfect. Voted Best Place to Volunteer by the C&S Media Readers Poll, In-Sync Exotics proudly […]
ROCKWALL, TX (February 10, 2025) – This Valentine’s season, JustServe.org invites individuals, families, and community groups to share the love in a meaningful way by volunteering. JustServe.org is a free online platform that connects volunteers with local non-profit service projects, making it easy to find opportunities to give back. As we celebrate love and kindness […]
Lone Star CASA advocate Doug Pritchard and his wife Cynthia Pritchard ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 4, 2024) — This past September, Doug Pritchard marked an incredible 15 years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) with Lone Star CASA. Appointed by judges, CASA volunteers are critical in advocating for the safety and stability of children who […]
Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Sunday, April 28th, at the Parrish House prior to the launch of National Foster Care Month. This event served to celebrate and honor the dedication of CASA’s Volunteer Advocates who make a resounding difference in […]
Rockwall, Texas (November 8, 2023) – On Tuesday November 7th, The Honorable Judge Hall officially swore in 4 new CASA volunteers. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing volunteers will work with Lone Star CASA to advocate for children and families involved in the foster care system in Rockwall and Kaufman Counties. The […]
Rockwall, TX (April 25, 2023) – The greater YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas honored local recipients at an awards ceremony on Thursday, April 20. Among the recipients of area branches were two individuals who are well known and respected at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall – Chief Kenneth Cullins of the Rockwall Fire Department and […]