Meet Spartacus, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 9, 2019) This sleek, black handsome “panther” is Spartacus. He may look intimidating, but he is an angel— loves being scratched, brushed, loves chin rubs, and will scooch up to you on a couch, bed, or wherever you are to get himself some cuddles. He will be an awesome lap cat for a […]

Rep. Ratcliffe moves to bypass Democrats and force vote on pro-life bill

Democratic majority refuses to stand against infanticide WASHINGTON (April 5, 2019) – Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) moved to force a vote on major pro-life legislation yesterday by signing a discharge petition (H.Res. 102) that was filed in the U.S. House of Representatives. House Democrats tanked this effort and refused to vote on legislation that sought […]

Rockwall ISD Music Education Program Receives National Recognition

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 4, 2019) Rockwall ISD has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education for the third consecutive year. The Best Communities Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and […]

RESULTS: Rockwall HS, Rockwall-Heath HS Compete at District UIL Academics Competition

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – April 4, 2019) District 11-6A recently held its district-level UIL Academics competition where the UIL Academics Teams from Rockwall High School and Rockwall-Heath High School competed. Individual Results: In Accounting, Sydney Peveler from Rockwall HS earned first place. In Current Issues, Chris Rodriguez from Rockwall-Heath HS earned first place and Sofia Rodriguez from […]

Rockwall ISD Culinary Team Advances to National Competition

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 4, 2019) The Rockwall ISD Culinary Team has advanced to the National ProStart Invitational in Washington D.C. after winning first place at the Texas State Finals in March. This will be the third consecutive year Rockwall ISD will represent Texas in this national competition. At the state competition, each Rockwall ISD student […]

Rockwall Recognized for Delivering Superior Quality Water to Residents

(ROCKWALL, TX, April 3, 2019) The City of Rockwall Water Department has been recognized for the superior water they provide for residents. At their regular meeting this week, the Rockwall City Council issued a proclamation to honor the department for their excellence. Every three years, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) conducts an in-depth inspection […]

Ford Drive 4 UR Orange Wave Band April 27

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 30, 2019) Come out to the Rockwall Courthouse on Saturday, April 27th from 9am-2pm and test drive a new car at the Ford Drive 4 UR Orange Wave Band event. For every test drive, Ford will donate $20 to the Orange Wave Band (up to $6,000)! It’s such an easy way to […]

Boot Scootin’ Ball to Benefit Rockwall Pets

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 29, 2019) Rockwall Pets today announced a community-wide fundraising event benefiting their organization. The 6th Annual “Boot Scootin’ Ball” will be 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 13 at Southern Junction. Many generous people and businesses in the community have donated wonderful items for a huge silent auction. There will be […]