(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 1, 2019) Celia Hays Elementary School hosted its 6th annual Chili Cook Off recently. A total of 61 entries were featured, and the top two awards went to Chris and Madison Holden with their first place Deer Lease Chili, and Jackson Jeffus with Bob Chili. Thanks to Julie Swann, Celia Hays Kindergarten Teacher, […]
(AUSTIN, TX – Jan. 31, 2019) Today, State Representative Justin Holland (R- Rockwall) filed House Bill 1269, relating to the prohibition of student instruction while a school campus is a polling place. “As a father of two young daughters, school safety is a top priority on my legislative portfolio,” said Representative Holland. “Despite the rising concern […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Jan. 31, 2019) The J.E.R Chilton YMCA at Rockwall and the City of Heath are excited to announce that they have partnered to bring YMCA’s youth sports programming to Towne Center Park fields. YMCA soccer sign-ups are underway and available through the Rockwall YMCA through Sunday, February 17th for the spring season, […]
(WASHINGTON – Jan. 17, 2019) Rep. John Ratcliffe’s Congressional Student Leadership Program (CSLP) kicked off yesterday for high school sophomores and juniors across Texas’ 4th District for the 2018-2019 school year. This marks the third year of the program, which has expanded to include four physical meeting locations in Rockwall, Mount Pleasant, Texarkana and Sherman. The […]
Will continue service on House Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Ethics Committees (WASHINGTON – Jan. 30, 2019) Republican leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives today announced the appointment of Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) to serve on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI). “Protecting the safety and security of our fellow citizens is the preeminent […]
(ROWLETT, TX – Jan. 29, 2019) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce’s 40th Annual Awards Banquet & Member Meeting was a huge success. The banquet is Rowlett’s premier business event and highlighted the most accomplished companies and individuals as well as the Chamber’s past year accomplishments. The theme for the banquet was Rowlett Possible and featured […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 28, 2019) A project to reconstruct South Lakeshore Drive / Summit Ridge Drive in Rockwall begins on Monday, February 4. This project will include the reconstruction or replacement of roadway, sidewalks, certain alleys, water lines, wastewater lines and storm drainage systems in the area. Please see map for overall project limits. At […]
(WYLIE, TX – Jan. 20, 2019) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center in Wylie will host a Valentine’s All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16. Afterward, take a self-guided tour around the sanctuary. The suggested donation is $25/adults, $15/kids ages 4-12, under 4 free. Credit cards are accepted; no ATM. […]
NOTICE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW AND PUBLIC HEARING INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 30 IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FROM: BASS PRO DRIVE TO: WEST OF FARM-TO-MARKET ROAD (FM) 2642 CSJs: 0009-11-238, 0009-12-215, 0009-12-219 and 0009-12-220 Dallas and Rockwall Counties, Texas (January 9, 2019) The Texas Department of Transportation {TxDOT) is proposing improvements to IH 30 from Bass […]
(ROYSE CITY, TX – Jan. 18, 2019) The Royse City Chamber of Commerce will hosts its Annual Casino Night at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, February 22 at The Pearl at Sabine Creek, 401 Sabine Creek Road in Royse City. The Roaring 20s-themed evening will feature full casino gaming, chance drawings, silent auction, and Italian dinner with dessert, […]