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 […]
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, 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, 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 […]
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, 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 […]
Photo: ©Kelly Lee Lefkowitz ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) Rockwall kicks off its summer Concerts by the Lake series next Thursday, May 2, with the Rockwall Philharmonic, who will perform a tribute to the music of Star Wars. The concert takes place between 7 and 9 p.m. at The Harbor, 2059 Summer Lee Drive. Come […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 24, 2024) When we think back to our very first experience in business, a lot of us probably share the same childhood memory – a Lemonade Stand. Lemonade Day, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young entrepreneurs, has taken this shared experience, and turned it into a nationwide initiative. This year, on […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) Rockwall County Busy B’s 4-H Chapter has elected new officers for next year. Congratulations to the following officers elected this week for the 2024 – 2025 year! President – Blaik M. Vice President – Isla M. Treasurer – Olivia T. Secretary – Tyler C. Historian – Caroline J. Sr. Council Delegate – […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 25, 2024) During their Annual Spring Luncheon held Saturday, April 20 at Culpepper Cattle Company, the AMICA Sisters were delighted to present grants to 20 local non-profit organizations serving Rockwall County, using funds raised at their 49th annual Denim and Diamonds Gala. The recipients of the grants included: Boys & Girls Club […]