A message from Jon Bailey, Rockwall County Helping Hands President and CEO: Dear Friends of Rockwall County Helping Hands, As you already know, our nation is facing unprecedented times with the emergence of the COVID-19 virus outbreak. Not only is health at risk, but businesses large and small, as well as individuals and families, are […]
In an email message to parents today, Rockwall ISD wrote: Rockwall ISD Parents, Guardians, and Students, This letter is in support of Dr. Villarreal’s message regarding the start of Online Campus Learning. Our Curriculum & Instruction team has compiled this information to provide parents with a clear direction of how Online Campus Learning will be provided […]
Judge Sweet issues disaster declaration for Rockwall County to enhance preparedness and response to COVID-19 outbreak In a special meeting on Monday, March 16, Rockwall County Judge David Sweet issued the following declaration of a state of disaster in public health for Rockwall County regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), to go into effect Tuesday, March […]
Recent events have caused a temporary shortage of toilet paper, which has led to an increase in the sales of flushable wipes and other alternative paper products. These flushable wipes and alternative paper products pose a serious risk to the City’s sanitary sewer system. The massive clog in the picture below was removed from a […]
The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is closely monitoring the reports of COVID-19 in the area and is taking precautions for all of our events and meetings. As of Tuesday, March 17, 2020 the Chamber is remaining open even while most staff are working from home. “Rowlett is open for business,” said Michael Gallops, president of […]
Health Center: “Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation and in the interest of your health and well-being, The Health Center of Helping Hands will be cancelling all non-essential appointments, such as well visits, for the foreseeable future. If you need a prescription refilled, please call the Health Center at 972-771-8194. Our staff are happy to extend any […]
When it comes to serving others, the Heath Hawks Student Council is looking to soar to new heights in 2020. The Heath StuCo invited parents and city officials to a recent presentation of their goals for the 2020 semester. One of their goals for the year is to pack their food pantry to help feed […]
This summer, a local teen will travel overseas with her canine companion to compete in the little-known but fascinating sport known as dog agility. Summer Nix (14) of Rockwall and her 5-year-old Border Collie named Hook will travel to Finland as part of the American Kennel Club Junior World Agility Team U.S.A. to compete in […]
There’s a popular opinion that in order to make it big as an actor or actress, you have to live in New York or Los Angeles. But the Dodge family of Rockwall are turning that notion right on its head. Reinhardt Elementary School student Major Dodge Jr. will star in the upcoming Season 2 of […]
The We Appreciate You meal initiative was created in 2019 to honor the city workers for their selfless dedication to the city of Rowlett. “They work so hard every day supporting the city and community and we want to show our appreciation for their commitment to the betterment of this amazing city”, says Landon Huie, […]