Pictured front: Frank New, Johnny Myers, Patty Griffin, Mitch Brown Pictured second: Dalton Tasset, Sharon Tuley, Darlene Singleton Pictured third: Tim Carlson, Rosemary Savage, Rick Wilcox Pictured back: Mark Russo, Mark O’Connor Rockwall, TX (February 4, 2025) – The Rockwall County Historical Foundation recently welcomed County Judge Frank New to swear in new officers and […]
Rockwall, TX (February 4, 2025) – Meet Sasha! This 4-5 year old ball of energy is a sassy little pittie! Her tail never stops wagging, and she is always excited about cozying up to her people and giving cuddles. Sasha prefers to be near her people, but she can also sit on the couch or […]
Washington DC (February 4, 2025) – Heath, Texas’ very own former Mayor has been sworn in as the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. Vice President JD Vance administered the oath of office in a ceremony at the White House. Director Ratcliffe is the first person ever to serve as both Director of the CIA […]
Rockwall, TX (February 3, 2025) – Nothing beats the smell of roses in the garden. If you’re looking to add fragrance to your garden this year you should consider Drift roses. Their fragrance is intoxicating, pollinators are drawn to them, and the visual impact is stunning! Drift Roses are becoming increasingly popular because they have […]
Rockwall, TX-Feb. 3, 2024 – The Rockwall County Commissioner’s Court, led by Commissioner John Stacy, hosted a three-county educational session on Soil and Water Conservation Lakes. This event brought together elected and appointed officials, city staff members, and citizens from Rockwall, Kaufman, and Van Zandt Counties. The speakers included Owen Cantrell, District Technician for the […]
Rockwall, TX (February 3, 2025) – I traveled to Scotland this past summer with my daughter and future son-in-law. Samantha was invited to present at a psychology conference as part of her PhD program. We toured Glasgow, Edinburgh, and a good bit of The Highlands – even explored the depths of Loch Ness for Nessie […]
Rowlett, TX (February 3, 2025) – The Rowlett Lions Club has been a generous supporter of local and state charities since its inception in 1966. The $45,100.00 raised in 2024 has been donated to organizations such as the Texas Lions Camp for Children with Disabilities, Rowlett Needy Children’s Fund, Society of St. Vincent de Paul […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY (February 3, 2025) – Weather permitting, the following traffic impacts are scheduled as part of an ongoing improvement project: All lanes of eastbound I-30 at FM 35 will be closed from 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 through 5 a.m. Friday, Feb. 7. Traffic will be detoured to the frontage roads. All lanes of FM […]
AUSTIN (February 3, 2025) – Rockwall County has earned a 2024 Safety Achievement Award from the Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool (TAC RMP) for its record of commitment to safety in the workplace, as well as for controlling the county’s workers’ compensation claims. To qualify for the award, the county must participate in […]
Rockwall, TX (February 3, 2025) – Caring for a family member or friend can be rewarding at times. Still, it can also change direction quickly when it is evident that the current living situation is no longer appropriate for the safety of your family member or friend and everyone’s peace of mind. Hard conversations must […]