Special celebration for Rockwall resident who turned 105 today

Special celebration for Rockwall resident who turned 105 today

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 23, 2021) Stella Tabola, a resident of Highland Meadows Health and Rehab in Rockwall, enjoyed a very special birthday celebration today, surrounded by family and friends. Stella was born on Sept. 23, 1916, making her 105 years old! Blue Ribbon News shared Stella’s story earlier this week, but in case you missed it: […]

Atmos Energy raises $1.6 Million during annual ‘Week of Giving’

Atmos Energy raises $1.6 Million during annual ‘Week of Giving’

Employee donations plus matching company funds will benefit United Way, No Kid Hungry, The Salvation Army GARLAND, Texas – Sept. 23, 2021 – Atmos Energy employees pledged $827,495 during the company’s annual Week of Giving campaign, held Sept. 13 through Sept. 17, to benefit No Kid Hungry, The Salvation Army, and United Way. Doubling the […]

Rockwall police seek help in identifying theft suspect at Harbor business

Rockwall police seek help in identifying theft suspect at Harbor business

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 23, 2021) On Tuesday, September 5, 2021, at 6:52 p.m., a Hispanic male subject took $150 from a cashier after requesting them to “make change” on multiple large bills at a business located at the Rockwall Harbor. No vehicle information was collected . Rockwall County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 […]

Here’s the line-up for ‘Heroes Day’ events Saturday at Harry Myers Park

Here’s the line-up for ‘Heroes Day’ events Saturday at Harry Myers Park

ROCKWALL, TX – September 23, 2021 — The community is invited to join Rockwall County first responders on Saturday, Sept. 25 for a full day of family fun in the park – a special event to celebrate our local heroes and thank them for their service and sacrifice. This is an opportunity for hometown heroes and […]

Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce kicks off Leadership Rockwall 2022

Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce kicks off Leadership Rockwall 2022

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 23, 2021) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the Leadership Rockwall Class of 2022 Orientation and Fall Mixer on Sept. 21 at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Dallas Rockwall. Leadership Rockwall’s 18 participants for this year will engage in a nine-month long program that includes a combination of in-depth issue seminars and […]

Rockwall County Sheriff’s Posse Roundup set for Nov. 6

Rockwall County Sheriff’s Posse Roundup set for Nov. 6

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 23, 2021) The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Posse Roundup will be 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 6 in Historic Downtown Rockwall. Bring the family to celebrate our community’s western heritage and agricultural roots. There will be live music, delicious food, an area for the kiddos to practice their ropin’ skills, and […]

Local band Sons of Bocephus named Tribute Band of the Year

Local band Sons of Bocephus named Tribute Band of the Year

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 22, 2021) On Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Country Tonight Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, The Josie Music Awards held their 7th Annual Music Awards Show.  The JMA’s are the World’s Largest Independent music awards show, and they honor music from all genres and artists. Members of the Sons of Bocephus: America’s […]

Rockwall County Emergency Management partners with Royse City ISD and My Labs Direct to provide FREE COVID-19 testing

Rockwall County Emergency Management partners with Royse City ISD and My Labs Direct to provide FREE COVID-19 testing

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 22, 2021) Rockwall County Emergency Management has partnered with Royse City ISD and My Labs Direct to provide FREE COVID-19 testing for residents (no residency requirements). My Labs Direct files administration fees to the insurance company but there is NO COST to the patient. No one will be denied testing due to […]

Local cities celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Local cities celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Sept. 22, 2021) The cities of Rockwall, Heath, Fate, and Royse City joined cities across the nation in celebrating their rich diversity during Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 – Oct. 15. Above, President of Rockwall LULAC, Alma Ramirez, accepts the Proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15) from City of […]

Local veteran-owned business donates new roof to fellow Navy veteran

Local veteran-owned business donates new roof to fellow Navy veteran

ROWLETT, TX (Sept. 21, 2021) The slogan on their company t-shirt reads “Not Your Average Roofer” – and yesterday in Rowlett, Doc’s Roofing lived up to this creed by donating and installing a free roof on the home of a military veteran in need. Doc’s Roofing of Rockwall is owned and operated by Michael “Doc” […]