J.E.R. ‘Bob’ Chilton leaves lasting legacy in Rockwall community and beyond

J.E.R. ‘Bob’ Chilton leaves lasting legacy in Rockwall community and beyond

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 28, 2021) The Rockwall community mourns the loss of J.E.R. “Bob” Chilton, namesake of the Rockwall YMCA, whose life was taken Sept. 26 following an automobile accident near his home in West Palm Beach, Florida. The phrase “Renaissance man” echoes throughout our community, as friends and associates search for adequate words to […]

Rockwall Chamber hosts Iron Shot Classic Clay Shoot, recognizes winners, sponsors

Rockwall Chamber hosts Iron Shot Classic Clay Shoot, recognizes winners, sponsors

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 24, 2021) – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosts various signature programs each year to connect area business and community leaders in order to drive the local economy. On Friday, Sept. 24, the Rockwall Chamber hosted the 2021 Iron Shot Chamber Classic Clay Shoot. Thirty-six teams competed in the event, held […]

Newcomers ready to shake things up with visit from Elvis at October luncheon

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 28, 2021) Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends is getting “all shook up” on Thursday, October 14, when Elvis impersonator, Manny Triana, will be serenading the ladies at their monthly luncheon! Social hour starts at 10 a.m. Reservations are $20 and may be made by contacting Susan at susanm20@hotmail.com or 972-256-6023; or Jo […]

Lions and tigers and tents, oh my! In-Sync Exotics to host overnight camp out

Lions and tigers and tents, oh my! In-Sync Exotics to host overnight camp out

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 28, 2021) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue will host a Fall overnight visitor camp out starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 and ending on Sunday, Oct. 17. The event will include dinner, s’mores, breakfast, and souvenir, as well as a feeding tour and enrichment demonstration. The cost is $150/person, and advance registration […]

Rockwall County District Attorney Kenda Culpepper receives ‘Texas Prosecutor of the Year’ award

Rockwall County District Attorney Kenda Culpepper receives ‘Texas Prosecutor of the Year’ award

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 27, 2021) In front of a crowd of over 1,000 prosecutors, investigators and key personnel, Rockwall County District Attorney Kenda Culpepper received the 2021 “Texas Prosecutor of the Year” award from the Texas District and County Attorneys Association and the State Bar of Texas Criminal Justice Section. The award was presented at […]

Rowlett Chamber announces presenting sponsor for upcoming Golf Classic

Rowlett Chamber announces presenting sponsor for upcoming Golf Classic

ROWLETT, TX (Sept. 27, 2021) – The Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center will host its 31st Golf Classic on October 21, 2021, at Waterview Golf Club in Rowlett. The Chamber is excited to announce this year’s presenting sponsor is Fitzpatrick Design Construction Services. FDCS offers a full range of construction management services to fit […]

Rockwall City Council approves Discovery statue

Rockwall City Council approves Discovery statue

Rockwall, Texas – September 24, 2021 – The Rockwall City Council has approved an art project to honor the City’s rich history. The Discovery Statue Project is named for the three pioneers who discovered the rock wall, for which our city was named. Council has approved funding of $324,800 for a larger-than-life sculpture to be […]

City of Heath participates in Rockwall Area Chamber’s Growth Summit

City of Heath participates in Rockwall Area Chamber’s Growth Summit

HEATH, TX (Sept. 24, 2021) City of Heath leadership joined surrounding Rockwall County leaders at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce’s Growth Summit Luncheon on August 25, featuring economic development updates from each community. “Our Council and EDC are facing the reality of growth with a guided approach to Keep Heath, Heath,” said David Lane, […]

City of Heath re-certified as a Texas Scenic City

City of Heath re-certified as a Texas Scenic City

HEATH, TX (Sept. 24, 2021) The City of Heath has been awarded the Gold Level Scenic City Certification by Scenic Texas. The Scenic City program supports and recognizes cities for commitment to high-quality scenic standards for public roadways and public spaces. Only 85 Texas municipalities have achieved this certification, which the City of Heath has […]

Heath adopts FY 2021-2022 city budget; fourth consecutive year tax rate is lowered

Heath adopts FY 2021-2022 city budget; fourth consecutive year tax rate is lowered

HEATH, TX (Sept. 24, 2021) The City Council adopted the FY 2021-2022 City of Heath Annual Budget at the Regular City Council meeting on September 14 following months of work held in open meetings and a Public Hearing at the September 14th meeting. The budget becomes effective October 1 and is based upon on a […]