City of Rockwall to cancel General Election

Rockwall, Texas – February 23, 2022 – The City of Rockwall recently called an election to be held on May 7, 2022 for the purpose of electing three City Council Members, one each for Places 2, 4 and 6. Two incumbents, Trace Johannesen (Place 4), and Anna Campbell (Place 6), filed appropriate paperwork to appear […]

City of Rockwall flags lowered to half-staff in honor of former Mayor Bill Cecil

City of Rockwall flags lowered to half-staff in honor of former Mayor Bill Cecil

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 23, 2022) The City of Rockwall flags at all facilities have been lowered to half-staff today as a sign of respect for the recent passing of former Mayor Bill Cecil.    Mr. Cecil believed strongly in giving back to his community. He served 11 years on the Rockwall City Council, and of […]

Rockwall County Judge David Sweet receives endorsements from county and city officials, community leaders

Rockwall County Judge David Sweet receives endorsements from county and city officials, community leaders

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 22, 2022) Rockwall County Judge David Sweet has received the endorsement of several community leaders in his run for re-election. “It is a tremendous honor to have their endorsement and support,” said Sweet, who is currently serving his second term as the Rockwall County Judge after reelection in 2018. Prior to his […]

Crawfish Fest returns to Rockwall Harbor April 24

Crawfish Fest returns to Rockwall Harbor April 24

Annual event at Dodie’s Cajun Diner benefits YMCA’s Angel Camp for kids with special needs ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 22, 2022) Peak mudbug season is coming and that can only mean one thing – save the date for the All-You-Can-Eat Crawfish Fest at the Rockwall Harbor, benefiting J.E.R. Chilton YMCA’s Angel Camp for children with special […]

Rockwall Farmers Market to open May 7

Rockwall Farmers Market to open May 7

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 22, 2022) Rockwall Farmers Market will open for the season on Saturday, May 7, 8 a.m. to noon, in the historic downtown Rockwall square by the courthouse. Rockwall Farmers Market was established in 2008 by the Friends of Downtown Rockwall and has been a Saturday morning staple! The market is run by […]

Shrove Tuesday at First United Methodist Church Heath

Shrove Tuesday at First United Methodist Church Heath

HEATH, TX (Feb. 22, 2022) Dine-in or carry-out – join First United Methodist Church Heath, located at 140 Smirl Drive, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 1st for Shrove Tuesday. The menu will include pancakes, chicken and waffles and all the fixin’s. Our print edition delivers free to ~15,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County, […]

Rockwall ISD Board Meeting Highlights: Recognitions, Approvals & Teacher Incentive Allotment Update

Rockwall ISD Board Meeting Highlights: Recognitions, Approvals & Teacher Incentive Allotment Update

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 21, 2022) The following is a Rockwall ISD press release summarizing Monday night’s RISD Board of Trustees meeting. NOTE: For information on every agenda item presented, please view the Board meeting videos available at rockwallisd.com. Board of Trustees Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized outstanding individuals and groups for the following accomplishments: Rockwall Education […]

First United Methodist Church Heath to save local patients’ lives by hosting much-needed drive

First United Methodist Church Heath to save local patients’ lives by hosting much-needed drive

Have a heart – make an appointment to donate blood with Carter BloodCare HEATH, TX (Feb. 21, 2022) – Heart disease never stops taking lives, regardless of time of day, month or year. It remains the number one killer of women and men, and patients undergoing heart surgeries can require multiple blood transfusions. This February, […]