Hot Rocks Bike Ride this Saturday, Aug 11

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 25, 2018) Get ready to ride! The 31st annual Hot Rocks Bike Ride, hosted by the Rockwall Noon Rotary Club, will return Saturday August 11, 2018. Register online NOW at HotRocksBikeRide.com. This year’s ride includes 12, 24, and 42 mile routes and the main event: a 56 mile course. Riders of all ages and skills […]

Grand opening, ribbon cutting for new dental practice in Heath

(HEATH, TX – July 25, 2018) Dr. Karina Bartz and the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce celebrate the grand opening of her new dental practice in Heath, TX—KB Dental—with a Ribbon Cutting event at 4 p.m. Thursday, July 26. Community members are welcome to stop by their new office space for complimentary refreshments and hors […]

Rockwall YMCA Angel Campers celebrate successful season

Rockwall YMCA Angel Campers celebrate successful season

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 25, 2017) The kids of J.E.R. Chilton YMCA’s Angel Camp program donned their favorite western wear last Friday for a rootin’ tootin’ good time at a cowboy-themed dance party marking the end of summer camp. Western-themed décor was placed around the YMCA’s gymnasium. Chiloso in Rockwall catered a delicious Mexican feast, […]

Meet Zee, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 23, 2018) Zee is a three-month-old Labrador Retriever mix waiting for his new family! Zee has been neutered, microchipped and has had all age appropriate shots. His adoption fee is a donation of $200. Please email Rockwall Pets at info@rockwallpets.com for more information about Zee! Submitted by Sarah Grubbs. Our Blue Ribbon […]

Panthers, Pumas & Pancakes, Oh My!

(WYLIE, TX – July 23, 2018) In Sync Exotics will host an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, August 11 at its sanctuary, 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, TX 75098. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the wildlife rescue and education center, coffee, juice, fruit, yogurt, and flapjacks! Suggested donations: $25, adults; […]

Lone Star CASA Volunteer Information Sessions set

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 23, 2018) CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers are appointed by a judge to discover the best possible outcome for abused or neglected children in foster care.  It is the goal of the CASA volunteer that every one of these children is in a safe, permanent home in a timely manner. […]

Interstate Wire Company coming to Rockwall Technology Park

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 11, 2019) The Rockwall Economic Development Corporation (REDC) is pleased to announce that Interstate Wire Company, Inc will be relocating its manufacturing, distribution, and corporate office operations to Rockwall. Interstate Wire plans to build a 243,000 square foot facility on 11 acres at the corner of Observation Trail and Innovation Drive in […]

Rockwall Economic Development Corporation selects new president

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 20, 2018) The Rockwall Economic Development Corporation has announced Phil Wagner as the new President of the organization. The decision was finalized by the REDC Board of Directors at their meeting on July 19. Dale Cherry, REDC Board Chairman, said, “After an extensive nationwide search, we are excited to announce Phil Wagner […]