rockwall: Rockwall Historical Foundation Fundraising Dinner - 01/08/14 07:03 AM
Rockwall County Historical Foundation will have an encore showing of the History Channel episode: "Great Wall of Texas" fundraiser "Dinner and a Movie".
Where: Utley Middle School, 1201 Townsend Drive, Rockwall, Texas 75087 When: Sunday, January 19, 2014  BQ dinner will be served followed by the show at Utley Middle School. Tickets are $20.00, and reservations must be made in advance by calling the museum at 972-722-1507 or emailing  Rockwallhistory@gmail.com.
"Since the 1800s, the City of Rockwall, Texas has had a mystery it's been trying to solve.  Allegedly, the town was built on a massive rock wall by some ancient  civilization...or even giants. Could it be true?    Scoutt … (3 comments)

rockwall: HOMES FOR SALE-ROCKWALL, ROYSE CITY, HEATH, ROWLETT, SUNNYVAIL, WYLIE - 12/02/13 04:01 AM
You will find a good selection of homes in each of these cities.  Great quality of life, excellent schools, and great neighborhoods await when you are ready to buy your dream home!  You will find homes in all price ranges, and it will be easy to find the perfect home with amenities you want.
Excellent shopping, and dining is available near your home, so you never have to go to the big city, in my case it is Dallas, and I am always happy to get back to my hometown, Rockwall, Texas.
My slogan is "Dallas in my Rear View Mirror". 
There are homes available at the price you … (3 comments)

rockwall: COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN ROYSE CITY - 10/29/13 04:59 AM
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN ROYSE CITY
 
196 FM 1138 is situated on three acres adjoining the Exxon property on the busy corner, and with a strip center planned for the land adjoining this property.
Black wrought iron electronic gates open property, and a high end mobile home with one bedroom and one bath.  Original owners lived there for years. It is tastefully furnished, and has many uses new owners would enjoy.
 
There are two storage buildings and one covered shed. There no city taxes, and no restrictions.  Royse City is booming now with many new business establishments coming to town.  A big Walmart is planned, as well as other large business establishments.  New dining opportunities are … (0 comments)

rockwall: BUYERS ARE OUT IN ROCKWALL, TEXAS - 09/23/13 07:38 AM
 BUYERS ARE OUT IN ROCKWALL, TEXAS
 
What A Gorgeous Day in Rockwall, Texas!  Buyers Are Out in Rockwall, Texas!
The sun is shinning and the temps are in the 80's.  Everyone is out and about, people wearing shorts, walking dogs, bikers.....people are everywhere and they seemed to be having a wonderful time.  It's a wonderful day in Rockwall, Texas.
BUYERS ARE ALSO OUT LOOKING...AND BUYING!  
It's  a great day to buy a home in Rockwall, Texas.
My advise to sellers...is to get your homes cleaned up, de-cluttered.PRICED RIGHT...and on the market in order to take advantage of current activity.  Selling homes in Rockwall County, Texas.  … (6 comments)

rockwall: BUY A HOME IN ROCKWALL TEXAS, BUFFALO CREEK COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES - 09/05/13 09:53 PM
 
HOMES FOR SALE IN BUFFALO CREEK COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES ROCKWALL
ROCKWALL, TEXAS
Buffalo Creek is located in Heath, Texas and features a wide range of home types, sizes, and price ranges. The famed Buffalo Creek Golf Course, Tennis Club, Swim Club and neighborhood parks provide plenty to do for residents.
Local dining and shopping is nearby and there is a multitude of things to do for fun.  Lake Ray Hubbard is the lure that attracts people the area with boating, fishing and water sports.
The Harbor is Rockwall's destination for dining, shopping, great restaurants with outdoor patios to dine … (8 comments)

rockwall: Selling Your Home in Rockwall, Texas - 04/23/13 01:10 AM
Selling Your Home in Rockwall, Texas
Buyers are out in force and home owners interested in selling your home in Rockwall, Texas should be well prepared to compete with other homes in the market place.  People searching in Rockwall will also be shopping in other smaller cities in Rockwall County, the smallest county in Texas.  Buyers will be searching in Rockwall, Heath, Royse City and Fate.
 
Being well prepared is to be sure your home is "Show Ready".  It is time to eye your home with the eyes of a potential buyer as well as an inspector.  This means setting … (7 comments)

rockwall: Huge Four Bedroom Home | Neighborhood Pool | Rockwall Texas - 08/07/12 08:08 PM
Huge Four Bedroom Home | Neighborhood Pool | Rockwall Texas
Location!  Location!  Location!  This spacious two story home has it all!  This home is ideally located near the historic downtown square in Rockwall to enjoy dining, seasonal Farmers Market and shopping with local business establishments.  There is a  neighborhood Walmart and Starbucks, Tom Thumb Grocery, McDonald's and many other shopping and dining opportunities within a brief few minutes from home.
The community pool is a popular place during the Texas summers.  The Harbor on Lake Ray Hubbard is one of the most well known dining and entertainments destinations in the metroplex and access to … (14 comments)

rockwall: 17 Acre Country Estate | Custom Home | Barn | Pastures | Rockwall Tx. - 07/25/12 11:00 PM
17 Acre Country Estate | Custom Home | Barn | Pastures | Rockwall Tx.
This gorgeous country property is the best of all worlds!  Private country living conveninetly located to local shopping, dining, entertaining and schools, yet a brief commute to all the world class city of Dallas has to offer. 
Come prepared to be WOWED!  
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rockwall: Join the Singing Flash Mob | Tonight | The Harbor | - 06/28/12 06:17 AM
  Get Out & About Rockwall
 Join the Singing Flash Mob!  Tonight!  The Harbor!  Lake Ray Hubbard | Rockwall
Did you ever want to be part of a "singing flash mob"?  Tonight's YOUR change!  Only in Rockwall, Texas can you be singing to the music by REDC to the favorite Journey song, "Don't Stop Believing"!
Don't be a "wish you had" - just get out and join the mob.
Show up and be prepared to have lots of fun and perhaps become famous.  The Rockwall Singing Flash will be on video, YouTube and perhaps on the news if enough happy fun loving people show … (10 comments)

rockwall: Wordless Wednesday | Blue Sky and Clouds | Enjoy Life | Rockwall Texas - 06/20/12 03:51 AM
 
The sky was almost too beautiful and majestic for words!  The sky over Lake Ray Hubbard and Rockwall County was incredible several mornings this week.  Driving to work each morning I felt at peace and thankful for the day.  I was in the car and the gorgeous sky was a temptation to just drive through beautiful Rockwall County rather than go to work.  I wanted to share these majestic fluffy clouds moving slowly against the almost cobalt blue of the sky with others but words were inadequate!  
Wait a minute!  I can share with each of you and send best wishes for a blue sky … (7 comments)

rockwall: Reduced | Huge 4 Bedroom | 712 Vallejo | Rockwall - 06/17/12 02:09 AM
Reduced | Huge Four Bedroom | 712 Vallejo | Rockwall Texas
REDUCED THE PRICE TO $205,000.  Check out the value here!
 Do you need lots of living space?  The home at 712 Vallego Drive in Lakeview Summit in Rockwall has tons of living space.  Just Reduced! 
There are four bedrooms, three baths, several large living areas and fireplace.  The study could be 5th bedroom.  Freshly painted and ready for new owners to move in just in time to enjoy the summer at the neighborhood pool.       
712 Vallejo in Rockwall is located near the historic Rockwall Town Square with Farmers Market, dining and shopping.  A … (4 comments)

rockwall: 3 Bedroom Home | Another SOLD By Barbara Hensley, RE/MAX Hometown | Rockwall Texas - 04/25/12 10:00 PM
3 Bedroom Home | Another SOLD By Barbara Hensley, RE/MAX Hometown | Rockwall Texas
SOLD!  CLOSED!  ROCKWALL THREE BEDROOM HOME!
128 Sequoia Road, Rockwall, Texas 75032
This immaculate and gently lived in three bedroom home was listed at the right price and sold within first few days on market.  This home was sparkling clean, in great condition, and priced right at $131,000.
Proof once again that pricing homes right will bring qualified buyers.
Buyers, this one is SOLD but there are other good buys!  Act NOW to take advantage of the great interest rates.  Ask about getting pre-approved to purchase a home. 
Sellers, NOW … (8 comments)

rockwall: Cost of Home VS Price of Home | Buyer Tip | Rockwall Texas - 04/10/12 08:47 PM
 Cost of Home VS Price of Home |  Buyer Tip | Rockwall Texas
 
Cost of the Home VS Price of Home???
Buyer Tip - Make a Wise Buying Decision!
How Much Does That Home Cost?  
Savvy buyers should be concerned with how much a home will cost rather than get hung up on the price of the home.  It is easy for buyers to get hung up on the price of a home and deals are often lost over a few thousands of dollars.  There are many factors that will impact the actual cost of living in the home … (8 comments)

rockwall: Happy Easter | Old Traditions | Start a New Easter Tradition | Rockwall Texas - 04/07/12 01:22 AM
 Happy Easter!  Old Traditions!  
Start a New Easter Tradition!It's Tradition!  The Easter season always provides those great photo moments among our Texas Blue Bonnets!  Easter egg hunts, chocolate bunnies, peeps, ham, deviled eggs and more sugar opportunities than the mind can imagine and the body endure.  These things are fun and should be enjoyed, but there IS a larger reason for the season.
Easter is a day of love!  All the problems of our great country, America, could be solved if only we ALL would reach out and show our love for others on this day and each day during the year.  Reach out … (12 comments)

rockwall: Event | Show Time | Summer Musicals | Rockwall Texas - 03/27/12 08:39 PM
 
Show Time!
Rockwall Summer Musicals!   
This is the second season for the Rockwall Summer Musicals and it is going to be a great season!  Two family favorites, Rogers and Hammerstein's Annie Get Your Gun, and Irving Berlin's Gypsy are scheduled and you will not want to miss either!  Each will be presented at the RFS Performing Arts Center at Utley.    
 
Rockwall Summer Musicals presents 2012 SeasonANNIE GET YOUR GUNJune 14, 15, 16, 17
GYPSYAugust 9, 10, 11, 12All performances will be at Rockwall High School (RHS) Performing Arts Center (PAC) at Utley1201 T.L. Townsend DriveRockwall, TX 75087 Season Subscription & Single Tickets … (14 comments)

rockwall: Just Listed | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home | Affordable Price | Rockwall Texas 75032 - 03/21/12 08:55 PM
Just Listed | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home | Affordable Price | Rockwall Texas 75032
 Just Listed!  The Deal of the Month!  Only $131,000.
128 Sequoia Road, Rockwall, Texas 75032
Be the first to know, call NOW to see this one! 
Immaculate and gently lived in three bedroom home went on the market today.  This one-story two bath home is priced to sell quickly.  Buyers looking for a good deal on great home in the most convenient location should call today! 
This is one of the best floor plans in the neighborhood and has no wasted space.  The family room features a … (16 comments)

rockwall: Commercial Land For Sale | Near Downtown | 2.76 Acres | Rockwall Texas 75087 - 03/19/12 03:40 AM
2.76 Commercial Acres with Good Road Frontage in Rockwall, Texas 75087 is zoned neighborhood services.
Price has been reduced - $375,000.
This property is ideally located just north of the Downtown Rockwall Square and is surrounded by nice neighborhoods which would be an excellent customer base for new business establishments.   Great road frontage on N. Alamo just west of N. Goliad and easy access to major highways, this is an ideal location.
Brief distance to Lakepointe Hospital. 
Commercial site in the Rockwall City limits!  Check out this location - things are happening on the north side!   Located near American … (0 comments)

rockwall: Event | Easter Egg Hunt | Harry Myers Park | Rockwall - 03/13/12 08:39 PM
 
Event | Easter Egg Hunt | Harry Myers Park | Rockwall
 Rockwall Parks and Recreation Department

10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt  
 
Kids bring your Easter Basket. This exciting hunt includes hundreds of Easter eggs, candy and special eggs  that could win you prizes. Prizes, Bounce House, Games, Balloons, "Special Guest" and More!  Plan to attend the Easter Egg Hunt at Harry Myers Park!
Click flyer to see Rockwall Parks and Recreation Department & Easter Egg Hunt!

Get Out & About, Discover Rockwall and the many lifestyle opportunities provided residents of this great hometown.
Barbara Hensley
RE/MAX Hometown
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rockwall: Time Change | Spring Forward | Set Your Clocks | Get Out & About in Rockwall Texas - 03/09/12 11:20 PM
Time Change | Spring Forward | Set Your Clocks | Get Out & About in Rockwall Texas
Tick Tock, Tick Tock
Set Your Clock!
That time a year again - time to move our clocks forward one hour!  WOW, it seems like we just fell back for the last time change!  How time flies when you are having fun. 
Be Safe - Be On Time!  This is also a good time to check your smoke alarms!  
Get Out & About Rockwall and enjoy the signs of spring.  Our warm spring weather seems to have slipped away for a couple of days.  It is cool … (9 comments)

rockwall: Thankful Thursday | Rain | Homes For Sale | Rockwall Texas - 03/08/12 09:14 AM
Thankful Thursday | Rain | Homes For Sale | Rockwall Texas
 Thankful Thursday in Rockwall, Texas!
There is much to be thankful for in Rockwall, Texas this morning! 
Rain! We are getting some much needed rain, a slow steady rain which is welcome as we are going into the Spring season.
Sunsets!  Rockwall is known for the gorgeous sunsets over Lake Ray Hubbard.  We will not be seeing one of these today, but the rain is a welcome trade off and our glorious sunsets will be back in a few days.  
Jobs!  Rockwall has been recognized as one of the leading places for new … (13 comments)