Rockwall, TX (September 6, 2023) – In an effort to prioritize the safety and well-being of players, staff and attendees, the Rockwall High School vs. Prosper High School varsity football game on Friday, Sept. 8 at the Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium has been delayed by 30 minutes due to extreme high temperatures. Friday’s game coincides with […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 6, 2023) — This year to commemorate 9/11, over 35 Rockwall-area community members are uniting with thousands around the DFW area to pack meals for families suffering from food insecurity. Rockwall Councilman Clarence Jorif, Retired U.S. Secret Service Senior Special Agent during the 9/11 attacks and an Army veteran, will be honored […]
Rockwall, TX (September 6, 2023) – The Rockwall Parks and Recreation “Butterfly Brigade” held their first Fall meeting on Tuesday, September 5. The program discussion on urban composting and pocket prairies supported future planning for the 36 volunteers who plant and maintain pollinator gardens and/or meadows in 8 Rockwall city parks. To volunteer with the […]
Rockwall, TX (September 1, 2023) – Rockwall County 4-H is hosting a Kick Off event for the new 4-H year on September 9 from 9:00-11:00am. This year’s event will be held on Courthouse Plaza – on the east side of the Historic Rockwall County Courthouse located at 101 East Rusk Street. Rockwall County 4-H Club […]
Rockwall, TX (August 31, 2023) – At their recent monthly meeting, the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees approved decreasing the combined tax rate by 19.54 cents, making it the lowest tax rate in the area. Trustees lowered the Maintenance & Operations (M&O) tax rate by 18.54 cents and decreased the Interest & Sinking (I&S) tax […]
Rowlett, TX (August 31, 2023) – As you drive around Rowlett, you may have seen the various public art installations at the fire stations, Community Centre, or in a park. The Rowlett Arts & Humanities Commission works with City staff and the City Council to look for ways that public art can add beauty to […]
Rockwall, Tx (August 29, 2023) – I’d been reading about these 3 child-helpful organizations for years. They are all intentioned to make children’s lives better, safer, and secure. I often wondered why couldn’t they combine their efforts into one organization? Here’s why: they address different issues and each organization is valuable to our community. I’ve […]
Rockwall, TX (August 29, 2023) – After more than 9 million missed cancer screenings during the pandemic, research by the Epic Research journal now shows that screenings across the U.S. and DFW are trending towards pre-pandemic levels. Additionally, Cancer Support Community North Texas (CSCNT), the leading social and emotional cancer support nonprofit serving Rockwall and […]
Rowlett, Texas (August 29, 2023) – The Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center, in partnership with the City of Rowlett Economic Development Department, is excited to announce the inaugural Rowlett Economic Development Summit. This premier event is scheduled to take place on September 27, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Rowlett Community Center. […]
Rockwall, TX (August 29, 2023) – This handsome kitten is Apollo! If you’re looking for a lap-cat or best buddy, he is your guy! Apollo is outgoing, friendly, and wants to be be in the middle of the action at all times. He is current on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped, FeLV/FIV negative, and neutered Contact info@rockwallpets.com for […]