(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) The City of Rockwall celebrated its 161st birthday in 2015. It’s a wonderful feeling knowing that our citizens have preserved our history while continuing to invest in the future. When I became Mayor in December 2014, my goal was to continue attracting high quality residential development; improving roadways, parks and […]
(AUSTIN, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) The State Bar of Texas legal hotline — (800) 504-7030 — is available to help connect victims of the December 26 North Texas tornadoes with legal aid providers in their area. The toll-free hotline — answered in English and Spanish — is designed to connect low-income people with local legal […]
(ROWLETT, TX – Dec. 28, 2015 – 1:15pm) The City of Rowlett is in “recovery mode”. Crews with heavy machinery are removing debris and vehicles from streets and rights-of-way. Currently, the areas labeled 242 and 244 on this map are completely closed to the public. Only residents already in their homes in these areas will be allowed […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) In the wake of this past weekend’s severe weather, the Dallas Builders Association offers guidance aimed at preventing storm victims from incurring further damage from unscrupulous contractors. “Losses due to fraud are one of the untold costs associated with disasters,” said Dallas BA Executive Officer Phil Crone. “It is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) This past weekend, our eyes have been opened to just how vulnerable our homes and businesses can be. The disaster had substantial impacts on our surrounding communities, affecting family and friends; neighbors and co-workers. During our deployment to Rowlett, we heard many stories of neighbor helping neighbor, which is […]
(ROWLETT, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) Rowlett City Manager Brian Funderburk has provided this 12-28-2015 morning update: As you know, Rowlett was hit by a large tornado on Saturday, December 26. The National Weather Service has classified the tornado as an EF3. Based on assessments made by ground personnel, damage is significant and our hearts […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) On December 23, 2015, Andrew Hawkes’ campaign for Rockwall County Sheriff received the endorsement of Ben Ferguson, a nationally syndicated Republican conservative talk show host of the Ben Ferguson Show, heard locally on WBAP 820. Mr. Ferguson is also a news contributor to Fox News and CNN. Mr. Ferguson […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 17, 2015) Two more lucky winners have been drawn from among the registered users of the Official Rockwall Area App. More prize drawings will soon be awarded, so download the App and register today for a chance to WIN! Congratulations to our latest drawing winners: Rhody Lynn Kennedy, Coldwell Banker – […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 18, 2015) The Dallas Builders Association and Mishler Builders invite the community to a “Notes of Love” Home Signing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15 at the future home of U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jerry Holcomb and his family, 2555 Wincrest Drive in High Point Lake Estates, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 23, 2015) When you first walk into Rockwall Mercantile and Apothecary, located at 105 W. Washington St., you’re almost immediately calmed by the unique aromas of the various essential oils and herbs on the shelves. Not to mention that sense of nostalgia brought about by some of the objects housed there, […]