The Best Places to Snap Great Family Photos This Fall

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 9/17 6:00A Riley Heruska

Trying to take good family photos during the summer is nearly impossible. Everyone's a sweaty mess, and the mosquitos and humidity leave everyone looking pained during the experience.  Thankfully,...

Pumpkin Patches DFW

Rockwall Family eGuide 9/16 7:30A Valerie

Pumpkin Patches DFW Local Pumpkin Patches DFW and North Texas. Allen Creekwood United Methodist Church   Waiting for 2018 info. 261 Country Club, Allen October 1 – 31, 2017 Alvarado Country Critters...

The Best Texas Vacations to Take in Autumn

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 9/14 12:00A Riley Heruska

Unfortunately, the DFW area isn't one of those places where autumn ushers in a rush of golden hues and gorgeous red trees. However, our state is vast, and there are many places nearby that do embody a...

Get Out of DFW and Spend Some Time With Nature at These Nearby Camping Destinations

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 9/10 6:00A Riley Heruska

North Texas might not be at the top of the list for avid campers, but we still have our fair share of great places for roaring campfires and sleeping under the stars. September through November is...

5 Awesome New Shows to Stream in September

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/31 6:00A Riley Heruska

School may have started and summer may be ending, but thankfully, we've got a host of new TV shows to keep us entertained. Netflix and other streaming devices are unleashing several promising new...

Reader: "Delaying action" is not fiscal responsibility

Rockwall Herald-Banner (Opinion) 8/30 5:51A

The City of Fate is nearing the end of the budget process. The budget is prepared every year based on what residents, staff and the City Council view as important issues.

These Shows on Netflix Will Make You Want to Book a Flight ASAP

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/28 9:00A Riley Heruska

Need some inspiration for your next big adventure? These travel shows on Netflix will inspire your wanderlust and have you searching for cheap flights as soon as the credits roll. They're smart,...

Want to Lead a Minimalist Lifestyle? These 5 Books Can Help

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/24 2:00A Riley Heruska

Did you know that the average American home contains roughly 300,000 items ? Or that the average American family throws away 65 pounds of clothing a year ? It's no wonder that many of us feel...

Who controls your Fate property taxes? [OPINION]

Rockwall Herald-Banner (Opinion) 8/23 6:40A

Get ready to hold onto your pocket books, because local governments and school boards are coming for more money! Again!

Why More and More People Are Cancelling Their Cable Subscriptions

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/22 10:00A Riley Heruska

If you're like most American families, you probably pay for a variety of streaming subscriptions alongside your regular cable service. Hulu, Netflix, HBO, and other popular products have drastically...

8 Places in Texas to Add to Your Bucket List

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/22 5:23A Riley Heruska

Whether you were born in Texas or you got here as quickly as you could, you're lucky to live in the Lone Star State. Our home is full of incredible food, scenery, and experiences you can't find...

Why You Shouldn't Skip Your Annual Doctor Appointment

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/20 8:00A Riley Heruska

If you think of annual checkups as something reserved for kids and people with pre-existing conditions, you're not alone. Roughly 62 percent of Americans fail to get an annual physical done, even if...

Starting the Week Right: Things Everyone Should Do on Sunday Nights

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/18 2:00A Riley Heruska

If youre like most people , you dread Sunday evenings. Theyre the calm before the weekday storm, and rather than using them to prepare, wed rather relax and watch TV. Interestingly, Business Insider...

Fate Councilman: Thoughts on the proposed budget for 2018-19

Rockwall Herald-Banner (Opinion) 8/16 10:48A

I would like to share my thoughts on the City of Fate’s proposed 2018-19 budget. It is important to remember the Fate budget process is a collaboration between the City Manager, City Staff, City Attorney, Mayor, and the City Council.

Read These Books Before Their Movie Adaptations Hit the Big Screen

Rockwall BubbleLife iReporter 8/16 3:00A Riley Heruska

The book is always better than the movie. If youre a reader, you probably want to get your hands on the written word before you buy tickets to watch the film adaptation.  There are several big movies...