ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 28, 2025) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce wrapped up its 95th year with a celebratory awards banquet and casino night Feb. 27, honoring local leaders and businesses. Presented by Frost Bank, the annual meeting showcased a dazzling display of sequins and sneakers, recognitions and awards at AmeriSports, Rockwall’s indoor multi-sport and event […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 28, 2025) Texas school funding can be complex. With so much misinformation and disinformation about it, we want to break it down. Are you curious about where money is spent in Rockwall ISD? Join us on March 12 for an in-person session with Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal and Senior Chief Financial Officer […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 28, 2025) Trevor Reed of Rockwall, who currently serves as Vice President and Southwest Region Director of Engineering at Volkert, Inc., has been recognized as one of Engineering News-Record (ENR) Texas & Southeast’s Top Young Professionals for 2025. Chosen from a distinguished pool of 129 entries, Reed stands out as one of the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 27, 2025) Each March, Meals on Wheels celebrates the historic day in 1972 when a national nutrition program for seniors was added to the Older Americans Act. This legislation supported the rapid growth of the Meals on Wheels network, which now collectively serves over 2 million seniors each year. Now is a […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 26, 2025) Rockwall County Democratic Chair Susie Stansel has been working tirelessly for our county and for our local democracy. On Monday she attended the Rockwall ISD board meeting, and yesterday, she was present at the Rockwall County Commissioners Court, demonstrating the dedication needed to ensure transparency and accountability in local […]
(Feb. 14, 2025) – Last night Richard and I embarked upon an awe-inspiring journey into history at an exclusive VIP media preview event of Titanic-The Exhibition! in Dallas. I received my 1st class boarding pass as 52-year-old Mrs. Helen Churchill Candee, an author from Washington D.C. assigned to stateroom E63. Richard boarded as 32-year-old Arthur […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 11, 2025) For over 70 years, HomeBank Texas has been a trusted financial partner for families and businesses alike, fostering growth and relationships built on trust, integrity, and personalized service. As a locally owned and operated bank, HBTX embodies the spirit of community banking—where decisions are made locally, and the focus is […]
Seeking business supporters and sponsors to help raise awareness and prevent child abuse ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Feb. 11, 2025)– The Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC) invites the community to the 7th Annual Go Blue for Kids Kickoff Event on Thursday, March 27, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Standard Service in Heath. This free, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 5, 2025) – Red Dirt Social, the newest culinary gem in Downtown Fate, officially opened its doors with a grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 3. Offering an elevated dining experience with a focus on breakfast, lunch, and specialty coffee, Red Dirt Social is set to become a local favorite […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 3, 2025) —Our Valentine’s print edition is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes this week, but you can preview a digital version of our special “How I Met My Mate” issue right now by clicking the cover image below. For 13 years, we’ve served as Rockwall County’s number one […]