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A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Voting is Important…and so is Building Facilities!
Rockwall, TX (April 29, 2024) – Yep, without a doubt, we have too many elections in Texas!. But did you ever stop to think what those elections represent? Just look at the one where early voting has just finished and we can still vote next Tuesday, May 4. This...
City of Lavon partnering to provide free fitness for everyone in Lavon
Lavon, Texas (April 23, 2024) — The City of Lavon, Lavon Economic Development Corporation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) are partnering to bring an outdoor Fitness Court® and digital wellness programming to Lavon. The Fitness Court, located at 120 School Rd., will open May 7, 2024, at 5:30 P.M. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
National Charity League, Inc. Texas Pearl Chapter Class of 2024 served over 8,900 hours since founding in 2018
Rockwall, Texas (April 26, 2024) – National Charity League, Inc. (NCL), the nation’s premier mother-daughter nonprofit organization, has a unique program designed to empower members to succeed as confident, well-rounded contributors to society while making a positive impact in the communities they serve. The National Charity League, Inc. Texas Pearl Chapter’s, founded in 2018, Mothers and Daughters served over 8,900 hours the last 6 years.
Rockwall County Helping Hands honors volunteers
ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) Volunteers are the heartbeat of Rockwall County Helping Hands, and so naturally, during April’s Volunteer Appreciation Month, this nonprofit took a moment to honor these amazing individuals who selflessly give their time and skills to lend a hand to our Rockwall County neighbors in need.
Rockwall Philharmonic Orchestra kicks off Concerts by the Lake series
ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) Rockwall kicks off its summer Concerts by the Lake series next Thursday, May 2, with the Rockwall Philharmonic, who will perform a tribute to the music of Star Wars. The concert takes place between 7 and 9 p.m. at The Harbor, 2059 Summer Lee Drive. Come in costume with light sabers or come as you are to this family-friendly event.
Chamber Connector: Setting Rockwall’s youth up for success with Annual Lemonade Day Initiative
ROCKWALL, TX (April 24, 2024) When we think back to our very first experience in business, a lot of us probably share the same childhood memory – a Lemonade Stand. Lemonade Day, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young entrepreneurs, has taken this shared experience, and turned it into a nationwide initiative. This year, on Saturday, May 4, Rockwall will celebrate its second annual Lemonade Day event hosted by the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce.
Rockwall County’s Busy B’s 4-H Chapter elects new officers
ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) Rockwall County Busy B’s 4-H Chapter has elected new officers for next year. Congratulations to the following officers elected this week for the 2024 – 2025 year!. President – Blaik M. Vice President – Isla M. Treasurer – Olivia T.
AMICA sisters award grants to 20 local nonprofits
ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) During a special celebration held Saturday, April 20 at Culpepper Cattle Company, the AMICA Sisters were delighted to present grants to 20 local non-profit organizations serving Rockwall County, using funds raised at their 49th annual Denim and Diamonds Gala. The recipients of the grants included:...
Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Blooming Crazy
Rockwall, TX (April 25, 2024) – I can see no way that we will get through the season without me writing about the garden, so let’s do this now. The Mildscape is in glorious full bloom in the third week of April. How can I neglect mentioning vibrant Roses, sweet Dianthus, Cat Mint tipped in a purple haze, Lemon Thyme round, mounded, and beginning to bloom the tiniest flowers. Summer Phlox are just about to burst into bloom and heavenly daze – that Peggy Martin Rose is a beauty! So many perennials and roses are blooming, that while walking through the garden, the sweetest, delicate scent wafts round. Bob Kilgore is already spending a good deal of time pawing, rubbing on, and just lying underneath his Abelias, with somewhat of a drunken demeanor about him. Their aura drives him mad. (I feel I must remind y’all that Bob Kilgore is our kitty, not my husband, for good measure.)
Rockwall-Heath High School celebrates the Class of 2024 Top 10 students
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (April 24, 2024) – The Rockwall-Heath High School Top 10 students and their families were celebrated during a luncheon April 23 at Hidden Creek, hosted by Principal Todd Bradford, the high school administration team and counselors. Families, board of trustees, Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal, and district leaders...
Rockwall County Mayors’ Prayer Breakfast set for May 2
ROCKWALL, TX (April 24, 2024) The community is welcome to gather with the Mayors of Rockwall County for a time of fellowship, worship and prayer for our cities, county, country, and the world on the 73rd Annual National Day of Prayer. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for the Mayors Prayer Breakfast, 108 E. Washington St. The event is scheduled will run til 9 p.m.
Rockwall Founders Day celebration to feature Eli Young Band, May 18
ROCKWALL, TX (April 24, 2024) Celebrate Rockwall’s 170th birthday as the city commemorates Founders Day in Harry Myers Park on Saturday, May 18. Grounds open at 1 p.m. with fun for the whole family, a food court featuring local food trucks, and live music from some of Texas Country’s hottest acts happening in the evening.
Rockwall High School Senior Stingerette: Alexandra Carroll
Rockwall, TX (April 24, 2024) – Alexandra Carroll is our next Stingerette Senior Spotlight. She is a three-year member of the team and the daughter of Angela and Chris Carroll. Alexandra currently serves as Spirit Girl on Social Council. She is a three-year member of Tap Company and was...
Rockwall County Extesion Office honors outstanding volunteers
ROCKWALL, TX (April 24, 2024) – In honor of National Volunteer Week, the Rockwall County Extension Office recognized five exceptional volunteers who went above and beyond in providing service and leadership for the Extension program. These ladies collectively contributed more than 1800 hours of their time and effort. In...
Commissioners Court appoints new members to Rockwall County Library Advisory Board
ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2024) – Members of the Library Advisory Board are appointed in April each year by the members of the Rockwall County Commissioners Court, for two-year terms. Having served two consecutive two-year terms, board members Sarah Lawson (precinct 1), Margaret Davidson (precinct 2) and Lynn Fate...
Lemonade Day, Junior Market coming May 4 to Rockwall City Hall
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 24, 2024) – Lemonade Day is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever! This annual event, aimed at empowering youth and fostering entrepreneurial spirit, is set to take place on Saturday, May 4 at Rockwall City Hall, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 385 S Goliad St, Rockwall, TX 75087.
Jail time now possible if Texas drivers don’t ‘move over or slow down’
AUSTIN (April 23, 2024) – While millions of Texans commute to work on highways every week, they pass inches away from the worksites for thousands of law enforcement personnel, first responders and road maintenance crews. Unfortunately, many of them are killed in crashes every year on the job, which is why TxDOT is calling on Texas drivers to keep roadside workers safe by remembering to “Move Over or Slow Down.”
Rockwall High School Theatre presents Little Women the Musical, May 3-5
ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2024) Rockwall High School Theatre is proud to present Little Women the Musical, May 3 to 5 in the Black Box Theatre on the Rockwall High School campus. A stylistic shift from RHS’s recent main stage productions like Little Shop of Horrors and Chicago, this show will be performed “in the round,” and it will feature a spare set, intimate seating, and limited ticket capacity.
Community welcome at beam signing ceremony for Rockwall ISD Middle School #4 in Fate
ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2024) – Rockwall ISD is excited to celebrate its new Middle School #4 with the community at a beam signing ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 20. The ceremony will take place at 4700 Gettysburg Boulevard in Fate. The beam signing ceremony marks an important...
Dr. Amy Anderson named Lone Finalist for Royse City ISD Superintendent
ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2024) At a special meeting on Monday, April 22, the Royse City ISD School Board approved by unanimous vote the naming of Dr. Amy Anderson as the lone finalist in the superintendent search. Dr. Anderson has served as the interim superintendent since the retirement of longtime superintendent Kevin Worthy in December. She first joined Royse City ISD in the Summer of 2022 as chief academic officer and was later promoted to deputy superintendent. Texas state law requires school districts to implement a 21-day waiting period before an official contract may be offered. Dr. Anderson is scheduled to sign her contract on Monday, May 13.
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