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AI-Powered Tools Protecting Detainees in Rockwall County Detention Center

AI-Powered Tools Protecting Detainees in Rockwall County Detention Center

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 30, 2026) – In the summer of 2024, the Rockwall County Detention Center took significant steps to enhance inmate wellness by introducing OverWatch™, an advanced biometric…

Dancing with Confidence: Rockwall Senior Earns Girl Scout Gold Award

Dancing with Confidence: Rockwall Senior Earns Girl Scout Gold Award

Sophia leading a technique session with 6th and 7th-grade students at a local workshop. Sophia DuPont honored with the Highest Award in Girl Scouting ROCKWALL, TX (March 30, 2026) Sophia…

The Courage Behind the ‘Open’ Sign

The Courage Behind the ‘Open’ Sign

Rockwall, TX (March 26, 2026) – Spring has a way of bringing new energy to Rockwall County. Trees begin to bloom, restaurant patios fill with families, and our community seems…

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AI-Powered Tools Protecting Detainees in Rockwall County Detention Center

AI-Powered Tools Protecting Detainees in Rockwall County Detention Center

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 30, 2026) – In the summer of 2024, the Rockwall County Detention Center took significant steps to enhance inmate wellness by introducing OverWatch™, an advanced biometric…

Rockwall County Jury Delivers 10-Year Sentence to Repeat DWI Offender

Rockwall County Jury Delivers 10-Year Sentence to Repeat DWI Offender

ROCKWALL, TX (March 30, 2026) On March 25, 2026, Judge David Rakow of the 439th Judicial District Court sentenced Dallas County resident, James William Travis, 44, to ten years in…

Lone Star CASA: A Voice for Children in Crisis

Lone Star CASA: A Voice for Children in Crisis

Rockwall County, TX (March 24, 2026) – Meet little Chloe. She is young, afraid, and disoriented. The last thing she remembers is her parents fighting — as they often do…

Rakow MS Orchestra Teacher Named Young Educator of the Year

Rakow MS Orchestra Teacher Named Young Educator of the Year

ROCKWALL, TX (March 24, 2026) — Ursula Rakow Middle School Orchestra Director Zoe Rheus has been selected as the 2026 Texas Orchestra Directors Association (TODA) Young Educator of the Year.…

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Shake Shack to Open New Location in Rockwall on April 1

Shake Shack to Open New Location in Rockwall on April 1

ROCKWALL, TX (March 23, 2026) — Shake Shack is bringing its signature burgers, fries, and shakes to Rockwall with the opening of a new location on Wednesday, April 1 at…

Melinda McCarthy announces candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 3

Melinda McCarthy announces candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 3

FATE, TX (March 12, 2026) — Melinda McCarthy is stepping up to run for Fate City Council, Place 3, bringing a commitment to family values, fiscal responsibility, and responsible growth…

Rockwall County Road & Bridge Crew Employment Opportunities

ROCKWALL, TX (March 9, 2026)- Rockwall County is looking to add new members to our Road & Bridge crew. Motor Grader Operator: This position involves the skilled operation of heavy…

City of Rockwall Notice of Road Closure

ROCKWALL, TX (March 9, 2026) NTMWD’s contractor Garney is preparing to pour back Montrose Drive Entrance into Quail Hollow Subdivision. Montrose Drive will be closed starting Monday, March 16, 2026.…

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Emerging Leaders Youth Tour County Government

Emerging Leaders Youth Tour County Government

ROCKWALL, TX (March 18, 2026) — The Royse City Tri-County Chamber Youth Leadership program, EMERGING LEADERS, is dedicated to fostering positive change by building a dynamic network of…

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