Creating a sustainable landscape by embracing native and adaptive plants

Creating a sustainable landscape by embracing native and adaptive plants

ROCKWALL, TX (May 13, 2024) As spring rolls into summer, many residents are enjoying the outdoors and sprucing up their landscapes. But with the impending Texas heat, how can residents create a beautiful landscape that is resilient and can reduce your outdoor water usage? One solution lies in embracing native and adapted plants. Choosing Texas-friendly […]

Rockwall County’s Blue Ribbon News June issue is hot off the press

Rockwall County’s Blue Ribbon News June issue is hot off the press

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 13, 2024) — Our May/June issue is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes this week, but you can preview a digital version of our latest print edition right now by clicking the cover image below. The print edition delivers to about 17,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County, highlighing […]

Audie Murphy Day is May 18

Audie Murphy Day is May 18

WWII soldier was topic at Rockwall County Historical Foundation lecture ROCKWALL, TX (May 13, 2024) – Susan Lanning, Director of the Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum in Hunt County, was the guest speaker for the latest Sheri Stodghill Lecture Series at the Historic Courthouse in Rockwall. Susan discussed the history of cotton in Greenville and North […]

Local leaders endorse Bobby Gallana for Rockwall County Commissioner

Local leaders endorse Bobby Gallana for Rockwall County Commissioner

ROCKWALL, TX (May 8, 2024) Bobby Gallana, a candidate for Rockwall County Commissioner Precinct 1, has received endorsements from prominent local leaders, affirming his capability to lead and represent the interests of Rockwall County residents effectively. Former Rockwall County Commissioner Lee Gilbert; Rockwall County Constables John Benedetto, Trey Chaney, Dan Otto, and Randy Parks; as […]

Rockwall resident celebrates 104th birthday at Brookdale

Rockwall resident celebrates 104th birthday at Brookdale

ROCKWALL, TX (May 6, 2024) Maxine Vines, a beloved resident of Brookdale Summer Ridge in Rockwall, celebrated her 104th birthday Sunday during a special gathering of friends of family at the senior living facility. Maxine was born in Canton, TX on May 5, 1920. She happens to be the only one of her eight siblings […]

Rockwall County launches new website, Facebook page for Strategic Plan 2050

Rockwall County launches new website, Facebook page for Strategic Plan 2050

Seven Cities, One County and a Unified Vision of our Future ROCKWALL, TX (May 6, 2024)  Rockwall County is thrilled to announce the launch of a new website and Facebook page dedicated to Rockwall County’s Strategic Plan 2050. The website offers an informative and interactive experience at: https://fni.mysocialpinpoint.com/rockwallcountystrategicplanhome. While you’re there, please take the General Rockwall […]

Rockwall County Clerk leads fight against property fraud

Rockwall County Clerk leads fight against property fraud

ROCKWALL, TX (May 4, 2024) Property fraud, also known as deed fraud or “house-stealing,” is a rapidly growing white-collar crime in the United States. HousingWire, a news outlet that covers the latest trends and developments in the mortgage and real estate markets, reports that there has been a significant increase in the breadth and sophistication […]

Royse City police arrest RCHS student for threat to school

Royse City police arrest RCHS student for threat to school

ROYSE CITY, TX (May 3, 2024) On Thursday, May 2, 2024, around 5:30 pm, the Royse City Police Department received information that a 17-year-old student at Royse City High School had posted a credible threat to Royse City High School on social media. The threat was serious in nature and an investigation into the matter […]

Public forums set for Rockwall County’s Strategic Plan 2050

Public forums set for Rockwall County’s Strategic Plan 2050

ROCKWALL, TX (May 2, 2024) – Rockwall County is in the process of creating its strategic plan. Our county is experiencing rapid growth, which brings long-term opportunities and challenges that require us to develop smart solutions that shape the future of Rockwall County. This county-wide planning effort serves to shape and influence our quality of […]

Rockwall County Helping Hands honors volunteers

Rockwall County Helping Hands honors volunteers

ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) Volunteers are the heartbeat of Rockwall County Helping Hands, and so naturally, during April’s Volunteer Appreciation Month, this nonprofit took a moment to honor these amazing individuals who selflessly give their time and skills to lend a hand to our Rockwall County neighbors in need. Last year, these incredible volunteers […]