City of Fate announces Emily Goodrum as New Economic Development Director

City of Fate announces Emily Goodrum as New Economic Development Director

Fate, Texas (February 10, 2026) — The City of Fate is proud to announce the hiring of Emily Goodrum as its new Economic Development Director. Emily will officially begin her role on February 24. Emily brings extensive experience in downtown revitalization, retail development, public art, and placemaking. She most recently played a key role in the […]

Rockwall High School Senior Cheer Spotlight: Brooke Marsh

Rockwall High School Senior Cheer Spotlight: Brooke Marsh

Rockwall, TX (February 10, 2026) – Brooke Marsh is a proud senior at Rockwall High School and the daughter of CeCe and Tracy Marsh. A dedicated student and athlete, Brooke has been a 4-year member of the Rockwall Cheer Team, where she has shown leadership, spirit, and commitment to excellence. Throughout her high school career, […]

East Texas A&M receives $8 Million gift from Rene’ Griffin, largest in university history

East Texas A&M receives $8 Million gift from Rene’ Griffin, largest in university history

Commerce, TX (February 10, 2026) – East Texas A&M University is proud to announce a historic $8 million gift from alumnus Rene’ Griffin, marking the largest single philanthropic contribution in the history of the university and to Lion Athletics. In recognition of this transformational gift, the new event center, currently under construction on the campus of […]

Now Streaming: Dot Conner, Webtective – a family-friendly film, produced by Rockwall resident

Now Streaming: Dot Conner, Webtective – a family-friendly film, produced by Rockwall resident

Rockwall, TX (February 9, 2026) – Rockwall County resident Debbie Vines (along with her husband, Bob) is a producer for Dot Conner, Webtective, an entertaining, family friendly film now streaming on Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Play, and YouTube! Released in association with Pangea Pictures, local partners also include Jeff & Laura Hughes, Nancy Woodall Priddy, […]

Royse City ISD students recognized as Rotary Club’s Students of the Month

Royse City ISD students recognized as Rotary Club’s Students of the Month

Royse City ISD Superintendent, Dr. Amy Anderson, speaks to the positive impact the Rotary Club continues to make by recognizing students and connecting with the community. Royse City, TX (February 9, 2026) – RCISD is grateful for the continued support of the Rotary Club of Royse City. At this month’s meeting, two students were recognized […]

Greenville Veterans Outpost to host hands-on Commercial Drone Training for Veterans

Greenville Veterans Outpost to host hands-on Commercial Drone Training for Veterans

Greenville, TX (February 6, 2026) – Veterans Outpost is proud to announce a weeklong, hands-on Commercial Drone Training event designed to equip Veterans with the skills needed to enter the rapidly growing field of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The training will take place February 23–28, 2026, at 1889 Mamie Road, Greenville, TX 75402. This specialized […]

City of Fate launches new Citizens Academy this spring

City of Fate launches new Citizens Academy this spring

FATE, TX (February 6, 2026) — The City of Fate is excited to announce the launch of its new community-wide Citizens Academy, set to begin this spring. Applications are now officially open and will close on Monday, February 16. Fate Citizen’s Academy is designed to give residents an inside look at how their local government operates. Participants […]

Alert Rockwall Drivers: I-30 closes with detours in place at Horizon Road beginning Fri, February 6

Alert Rockwall Drivers: I-30 closes with detours in place at Horizon Road beginning Fri, February 6

Rockwall County, TX (February 5, 2026) – Weather permitting, the following traffic impacts are scheduled as part of an ongoing bridge improvement project: All lanes of eastbound I-30 will be closed at Horizon Road in Rockwall from 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 through 5 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Traffic will be detoured to the eastbound […]