ROCKWALL, TX – February 22, 2021 – On February 17, 2021, Under the provisions of Chapter 418 of the Texas Government Code, I declared a local state of disaster in the City of Rockwall, Texas ordering all public buildings, business, and governmental buildings within the City limits to extinguish all outside lighting and signage when […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – February 22, 2021 – From the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management: If you are awaiting a 2nd dose of the COVID-19 vaccine: Because of the winter weather last week, COVID-19 vaccine was not shipped by the CDC. The state has informed healthcare providers to expect last week’s vaccine shipment to […]
HEATH, TX – February 22, 2021 – As the temperatures begin to warm again, we understand many critical mechanical, plumbing, fire sprinkler and electrical repairs will be needed. Even emergency repairs already made should be permitted. The City of Heath is waiving the permit fees for any Winter Storm Remediation work. This fee waiver is effective […]
Registration for Spring league closes February 25; open to kids from ages 8 to 18 DALLAS (February 22, 2021) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is excited to announce its first-ever eSports league and tournaments. eSports is a video game competition for individuals and teams. Gamers in the Y’s leagues and tournaments will enjoy game […]
ROCKWALL, TX – February 22, 2021 – Meet Cinnamin! She is a young adult looking for someone who understands that beauty is more than skin deep. Cinnamin is looking for someone who can see beyond her skin allergies and look into her absolutely stunning green eyes and see her for the loving and devoted lapcat […]
ROCKWALL, TX – February 20, 2021 – Women in Need, Inc., a local nonprofit which provides refuge, empowerment and restoration to families affected by domestic violence in Hunt, Rains, and Rockwall counties, raised over $30,000 at its 8th Annual Chocolate Indulgence fundraising event, held virtually over Valentine’s weekend. “These generous sponsorship funds will allow WIN […]
Up to $1 million in cash and product committed to support relief efforts in Texas, Tennessee, Louisiana and Mississippi BENTONVILLE, Ark. Feb. 19, 2021 – With the catastrophic storms, power outages and water shortages affecting Texas, Tennessee, Louisiana and Mississippi, Walmart, Sam’s Club and the Walmart Foundation are committing up to $1 million in cash […]
Extends deadline for POLR registration in exchange for lower customer rates Austin, TX – In an emergency open meeting, the Public Utility Commission of Texas launched an investigation into the factors that combined with the devastating winter weather to disrupt the flow of power to millions of Texas homes. The Commission also unanimously approved a […]
WASHINGTON – FEMA announced federal emergency aid has been made available to the state of Texas to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in areas affected by a severe winter storm beginning on Feb. 11, 2021 and continuing. The President’s action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Angelina, Aransas, Bastrop, Bee, Bell, […]
FATE, TX – February 20, 2021 – Dear City of Fate team members, I want to take a moment to say THANK YOU! Our city faced another serious challenge, which impacted thousands of fellow Texans, and each of you stepped-up to the challenge. You responded to every situation with grace and humility. In a world where […]