New Utility and Solid Waste Collection Rates in Rockwall

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 7, 2019) Rockwall residents will soon see a change in their rates for water, sewer and garbage collection. The residential water rates are set to increase by 2% in the City of Rockwall. That means the average user will pay less than $1.00 more on their monthly bill. The City was able […]

Rockwall police, DA to present ‘Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet’

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 5, 2019) Rockwall County District Attorney Kenda Culpepper and the Rockwall Police Department will give a presentation on “Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet” from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 12.  The Reinhardt Elementary School PTA will host the presentation at Virginia Reinhardt Elementary School, located at 101 South Clark […]

Public to Receive Transit, Volkswagen Settlement Updates

NCTCOG to provide information on high-speed rail, other projects Feb. 6, 2019 (Arlington, Texas) — The North Central Texas Council of Governments will host a public meeting in February to provide updates on several transportation initiatives, including regional transit planning, Volkswagen Settlement funding and revised complaint procedures for the Title VI Program. The meeting will […]

Rep. Ratcliffe Statement on Trump’s State of the Union address

(WASHINGTON) – Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) issued the following statement on President Trump’s State of the Union address: “President Trump’s address demonstrated why the people of Texas’ 4th District chose a leader for our country that prioritizes the American people over big government and freedom over burdensome regulations. In just two years, the Trump administration […]

Ray Dunlap Named New Terrell, TX Economic Development President

Dunlap’s prior role as Community/Economic Development Manager of the Fairview EDC brings new business recruiting and retention expertise (TERRELL, TX – Feb. 5, 2019) Terrell Chamber of Commerce President Carlton Tidwell is proud to announce and welcome Ray Dunlap, PCED as the new President of the Terrell Economic Development Corporation. Dunlap will be the primary contact […]

Rockwall Adds Firefighters to Enhance Resident Safety

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 4, 2019) The Rockwall Fire Department has added six new full-time firefighters to their team. The increase in staffing levels is a move to continue to enhance the service level the department provides. The City of Rockwall operates a combination department, with full-time and part-time / volunteer staff. As the city grows, […]

Meet Jada, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 4, 2019) Meet Jada! This girl wants nothing more than to love and be loved. She is a great dog and will make a wonderful addition to your family. Jada is already spayed, microchipped, heartworm negative and fully vaccinated. Email Rockwall Pets at  for more information or to meet gorgeous Jada today! Submitted by Michelle Jones. Our Blue […]

Rockwall Resident Celebrates 15 Years of Life After Lung Cancer Diagnosis

(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 3, 2019) On February 4, 2004, Rockwall Texas resident Tom Galli received a surprising diagnosis of lung cancer. He experienced no symptoms. A single tumor completely filled the main stem bronchus of his right lung, and Tom’s general practitioner said treatment success was a “long odds” proposition. Things didn’t look good. Tom […]

Joe Burger announces run for Mayor of Fate

(FATE, TX – Feb. 3, 2019) Joe Burger has announced that he will run for Mayor of Fate during the upcoming election. “I feel that the City of Fate is positioned to flourish and that the future of Fate is bright. I want to continue to be a part of that process,” he said. “I have […]