ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 25, 2026) – The Rockwall County Commissioners Court has implemented a burn ban for the unincorporated areas of the county. This order will not remain in effect beyond 90 days after the adoption date of August 25, 2026. Press release, Rockwall County.
Rockwall County, TX – Aug. 25, 2026 – More than 300 young musicians have been part of the Greater Rockwall Youth Symphony (GRYS) since 2022—young people given the opportunity to challenge themselves, perform great music, and discover their capabilities. Rockwall County has a proud tradition of educational excellence, and GRYS is honored to build upon […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 10, 2026) Come pick out the perfect pumpkin and feast on fall fun when the Blase Family Farm Pumpkin Patch opens Saturday, Sept. 19 at 1232 East Fork Drive. Owners Jill and Chris Blase invite families to their wooded sanctuary, tucked away in the heart of suburban Rockwall. Open through Nov. 1, […]
ROYSE CITY, TX (Aug. 25, 2026) The Royse City Police Department has completed the Internal Affairs Investigation into an excessive use of force complaint that occurred in the Creekside neighborhood on August 3, 2026. The investigation determined that the officer, who had been placed on administrative leave after the incident, did violate departmental standards, policies […]
Program integrates clinical care and spiritual support to meet patients where they are FORT WORTH, TEXAS, August 24, 2026 – Texas Health Resources is expanding access to mental health care with the recent launch of a faith-based outpatient behavioral health program that integrates clinical treatment with spiritual support. The program, first begun at Texas Health […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 25, 2026) – Local performers will have a chance to step into the spotlight this fall as Rockwall Noon Rotary Club presents Rockwall Talent Live, a community talent competition benefiting scholarships for area students. Presented by Rockwall Noon Rotary in partnership with Rockwall ISD, the event is set for Saturday, Nov. 7, […]
AUSTIN, TX — House Speaker Dustin Burrows appointed Representative Katrina Pierson to chair the Subcommittee on Maternal Health, Menopause and Access to Evidence-Based Medicine last week as part of his announcement of additional interim charges ahead of the 90th Legislature, which include examining hormone health and menopause care, maternal nutrition, newborn coverage, and other barriers […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 20, 2026) The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees adopted a total tax rate of $1.0669 per $100 of taxable property value for the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The rate remains unchanged from 2025–2026 and is below the No-New-Revenue (NNR) tax rate. The No-New-Revenue (NNR) tax rate – formerly known as the effective tax […]
DALLAS – August 18, 2026 – The tastiest time of the year is here! The culmination of hard work, sweat, and oil in creating the most appetizing Fair foods. The 22nd Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards, presented by Karbach Brewing Company, was one to be remembered. After tasting and evaluating all 15 items, the all-star […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 20, 2026) The Rockwall ISD Transportation Department is a winner of the National Safety Council (NSC) 2026 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety Awards. Only 11 companies in the state were honored for their commitment to roadway safety for their employees and all roadway users. The Rockwall ISD Transportation Department earned […]