Lone Star CASA swears in seven new volunteer advocates

Lone Star CASA swears in seven new volunteer advocates

From left are:  Mariela Lomeli, Princess Robinson, Kasity Briley, Judge Hall, Robyn Cooper-Harding, Christi Arnold, Sherri Waffer, and Elizabeth Valdez.  ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 1, 2024) – On the last Tuesday morning of July at the Rockwall County Courthouse, The Honorable Judge Hall officially swore in seven new CASA volunteers. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing […]

Rockwall County’s new ‘Thank a Veteran’ program seeks local merchants

Rockwall County’s new ‘Thank a Veteran’ program seeks local merchants

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 1, 2024) – The “Thank A Veteran Program,” approved by the Rockwall County Commissioners Court on June 25, 2024, is overseen by County Clerk Jennifer Fogg. The program aims to show appreciation to veterans who have served in the armed forces. It is open to all military branches and allows service members […]

City of Rockwall wins award for innovative Restaurant Inspection Scores Dashboard

City of Rockwall wins award for innovative Restaurant Inspection Scores Dashboard

ROCKWALL, TX (July 31, 2024) – The City of Rockwall is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Exemplary Systems in Government (ESIG) Award. This award is for the City’s Restaurant Inspection Scores Dashboard, which uses which uses geospatial technology to help share restaurant inspection scores. The ESIG awards, first presented in 1981, […]

Nine students awarded 2024 Texas Tech Tommy Hooper Memorial Scholarships

Nine students awarded 2024 Texas Tech Tommy Hooper Memorial Scholarships

From Rockwall High School, top row from left: Blessing Esene, Burke Felfe, Mia Williams, Seth Williams. From Rockwall Heath High School, bottom row from left: Holland Henderson, Reagan Ruecker, Reese Ruecker, Alexa Shaw, Sophia Waller. ROCKWALL, TX (July 31, 2024) – The Rockwall Chapter of the Texas Tech Alumni Association recently awarded nine scholarships to […]

Texas Tech Alumni Golf Tournament coming to Buffalo Creek Sept. 30

Texas Tech Alumni Golf Tournament coming to Buffalo Creek Sept. 30

ROCKWALL, TX (July 31, 2024) – Rockwall Chapter Texas Tech Alumni Association will host its annual golf tournament benefiting Tommy Hooper Texas Tech Memorial Scholarships on Monday, Sept. 30 at Buffalo Creek Golf Club, 624 Country Club Drive in Heath. The tournament will be a Florida Scramble with 12 p.m. lunch and range balls and […]

American Pickers seeks Rockwall area residents with rare collections as they prepare to film in Texas

American Pickers seeks Rockwall area residents with rare collections as they prepare to film in Texas

ROCKWALL, TX (July 31, 2024) The American Pickers are excited to return to Texas! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout our area in October 2024. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled […]

Caring for Rockwall County’s aging population

Caring for Rockwall County’s aging population

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (July 31, 2024) – When older Rockwall County residents need help at home, they may consult with their doctors, seek advice from friends or family, or go it alone.  Karen Kiser of Fate, appointed by County Judge Frank New, represents Rockwall County on the Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas […]

Rockwall Art League readies for 24th Annual Juried Art Show & Sale

Rockwall Art League readies for 24th Annual Juried Art Show & Sale

ROCKWALL, TX (July 30, 2024) – Rockwall Art League will present its 24th Anual Juried Art Show & Sale Sept. 27-29 at Cavender Nissan of Rockwall, 1700 I-30 Frontage Road. This is one of RAL’s signature events of the year, celebrating contemporary art in a variety of mediums. Expanded from a regional show, the event […]

Meals on Wheels to host caregiving conference for the sandwich generation

Meals on Wheels to host caregiving conference for the sandwich generation

ROCKWALL, TX (July 29, 2024) Join Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 for a FREE conference offering essential education, resources, and support specifically tailored for family caregivers, professionals, and community members. This event is designed to help the sandwich generation balance their caregiving responsibilities […]

Rockwall County Detention Center transforms inmate care with Advanced OverWatch™ Biometric Solution

Rockwall County Detention Center transforms inmate care with Advanced OverWatch™ Biometric Solution

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (July 26, 2024) – The Rockwall County Detention Center is leaping forward in inmate wellness by introducing OverWatch™, an advanced biometric monitoring solution developed and implemented by 4Sight Labs, a provider of technology solutions for correctional facilities. This addition to the Sheriff’s Office underscores the center’s commitment to improving its inmates’ safety, […]

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