Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Bow Ties and Such

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Bow Ties and Such

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 28, 2022) I woke early and instead of snuggling back in till daylight, I got up; the anticipated aroma of a cup of coffee and thoughts of the first sip tickling my brain.  I am sitting in the quiet now, with a crimson throw at my feet, absorbing the Christmas tree glow.  […]

Meet Nellie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Nellie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 28, 2022) Meet Nellie! She’s a very gentle girl who likes to stick by her human. Her favorite thing to do is solicit pets. Nellie is super quiet, cat-friendly, dog-friendly, and kid-friendly. Nellie is about 8-10 years old, weighs 36 pounds, and is current on her vaccines, microchipped, and spayed. Contact Rockwall Pets […]

Rockwall High School Theatre to present Chicago: Teen Version

Rockwall High School Theatre to present Chicago: Teen Version

Tickets go on sale Jan. 1, 2023 via the RHS website ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 22, 2022) Rockwall High School Fine Arts Department is excited to announce the Spring production of Chicago: Teen Edition, opening the last weekend in January. The Rockwall High School program is the first in the district to perform the intriguing production, […]

City of Heath honors staff: Captain Michael Morgan named Citywide Employee of the Year

City of Heath honors staff: Captain Michael Morgan named Citywide Employee of the Year

HEATH, TX (Dec. 22, 2022) Department of Public Safety Captain Michael Morgan was named 2022 Citywide Employee of the Year during the Annual Employee Awards and Christmas Luncheon held December 14 at the Hidden Creek Special Events venue in Heath “We are grateful to all of our employees and officers for their hard work and […]

Preparing for bitterly cold temperatures, Atmos Energy offers safety tips

Preparing for bitterly cold temperatures, Atmos Energy offers safety tips

GARLAND, Tex. – Dec. 20, 2022 – Bitterly cold temperatures are settling in for the next several days, and Atmos Energy is closely monitoring the weather and staging its employees across the system. Atmos Energy reminds customers to stay alert to changing weather conditions in their area, while following a few easy tips to conserve […]

Rush Creek Yacht Club to file re-zoning application with City of Heath

Rush Creek Yacht Club to file re-zoning application with City of Heath

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) Rush Creek Yacht Club was founded as a Texas non-profit entity in 1969. Its sole purpose is to promote the sport of sailing on the waters of Lake Ray Hubbard. For 53 years, RCYC has held annual regattas ranging from local fun races to World Championship level events. RCYC has […]

Rockwall police issue Silver Alert for missing woman

Rockwall police issue Silver Alert for missing woman

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) – The Rockwall Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating missing 73-year old Jimmie Thompson of Rockwall, TX. Mrs. Thompson was reported missing on the afternoon of Tuesday, December 20th, 2022. She has been diagnosed with a cognitive impairment and is believed to be driving a 2005 White Lincoln […]

Rockwall residents to see change in garbage rates for the new year

Rockwall residents to see change in garbage rates for the new year

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) – In accordance with the solid waste contract with longtime partner, Republic Services, the rates for garbage and recycling will increase 3% for residents. This translates to an increase of $.48 per month. Under the agreement, Rockwall residents will continue to enjoy unlimited bulk trash pickup, twice per week garbage services, […]

Prepare for freezing weather Thursday through Sunday

Prepare for freezing weather Thursday through Sunday

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) Rockwall County is expecting an extended period of below freezing weather from Thursday night (low expected of 9-degrees Fahrenheit) through Christmas night. The good new is that there is no expected precipitation. However, sprinkler systems (if not turned off) can turn roads and sidewalks into an icy hazard. Backflow prevention […]