Health + Wellness

Celebrating 50 Years of Strengthening Rockwall

The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall Article by Courtesy of the YMCA | Photography by Heather Caplick: Heather Lanae Photography For 50 years, the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA has been a cornerstone of the Rockwall community—creating a place where families grow stronger, kids thrive, and neighbors connect. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Y is guided by its mission: to put Christian values into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. From the earliest age, children can...

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Local Experience

Discover local gems, create memories, and embrace authentic community experiences. Article by Deborah Dove Andrea Elizabeth Photography – www.andreaelizabeth.com or 469-927-0225 Capture the first precious weeks with newborn photos you’ll cherish forever, from stunning color-saturated artistic shots to first smiles to black-and-white photos of ten perfect, tiny toes. Rockwall Lactation – 1101 Ridge Rd. #244, Rockwall, TX Let certified lactation consultant Dodie Hamrick, IBCLC, MPA...

Health + Wellness

More Than Man’s Best Friend

Service Dogs Offer Lifeline for Children with Special Needs Article by Ken G. Crawford | Photography by Courtesy of Craig Hanna Children living with autism, severe allergies, or psychiatric conditions know everyday life can present extraordinary challenges. But with the help of specially trained service dogs, many of these children are gaining safety, independence, and the confidence to navigate their world in ways that once seemed impossible. According to experts at United K9, a Texas-based...

Education

Rockwall County's Aspasians

Embodying the Spirit of Service, Community, and Friendship Article by Courtesy of Aspasians | Photography by Courtesy of Aspasians Members Since 1972, Aspasians, a dedicated group of 35 women from Rockwall County, have embodied the spirit of service, community, and friendship. Known for their signature navy blue aprons, the women of Aspasians host the biannual Aspasians Marketplace—an outdoor shopping event that not only supports local businesses but also funds college scholarships for...