ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 5, 2024) The Rockwall Fire Department is actively enrolling participants for the 2024 Citizen’s Fire Academy. This free program offers citizens the opportunity to experience behind the scenes – and hands on – fire department operations. This is a great opportunity to learn more about your fire department and build your own […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 4, 2024) – At their meeting this week, the Rockwall City Council honored Rockwall Police Detective Phillip Young for receiving a Significant Case Award. The award came from the United States Secret Service and the National Computer Forensics Institute for Detective Young’s work on a detailed child exploitation case with local ties. […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Jan. 4, 2024) Rush Creek Yacht Club recently announced its 2024 Junior Flag Officers, and recognized the recipient of the prestigious Chilton Award and the Jim Wright Leadership Award. The junior flag officer’s duties are to encourage junior involvement in sailing, racing and general social activities, and assist in club functions. The 2024 Junior […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 2, 2024) – Rich Krause, a committed Conservative Republican and hard-working 28-year Rockwall County resident, proudly declares his bid for Rockwall County Commissioner, Precinct 3. Krause’s steadfast dedication to community service and leadership has been a cornerstone of his involvement in serving Rockwall County, spanning over two decades. Krause’s extensive involvement in […]
FATE, TX (Jan. 2, 2024) Happy New Year! We live in an extraordinary city, and I am grateful to serve as the Mayor of this great community. Our growth and the implementation of our unique economic development strategy continue to define us. Our city boasts a robust team that consistently demonstrates an esprit de corps […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 1, 2023) – Katrina Pierson, who served as President Trump’s national spokesperson during his 2016 campaign, announced her run to represent House District 33 in the Texas Legislature. The district includes Rockwall County and part of Collin County. “The Texas House has been a bottleneck for conservative priorities for too long, and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 31, 2023) – The Rockwall City Council honored City Manager Mary Smith for 25 years of service with the City of Rockwall. Mrs. Smith, a CPA, came here in 1998 as the Director of Finance, and was named City Manager in 2021. At a recent Council meeting, Mayor Trace Johannesen presented Mrs. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 31, 2023) On Monday, February 5, the City of Rockwall will call an election to be held on May 4, 2024 for the purpose of electing three City Councilmembers – one each for Places 2, 4 and 6. Terms for all elected Rockwall City Councilmembers are for a period of two years. […]
Rockwall, Texas- Today, Cindy Horne, a Republican businesswoman, former educator, army spouse and mother of three announces her candidacy for Precinct 3C Chair of the Republican Party in Rockwall, Texas. Cindy has previously served on dozens of Republican campaigns across the nation. “Service has always been important to me and ensuring that our shared conservative […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Dec. 12, 2023) Nearly two dozen pieces of local memorabilia will be placed inside a time capsule and buried in Rockwall County this Saturday, Dec. 16 – not to be opened again until the year 2048. “In 1873 the State of Texas recognized that our community was special, and passed legislation creating […]