Rakow MS Orchestra Teacher Named Young Educator of the Year

Rakow MS Orchestra Teacher Named Young Educator of the Year

ROCKWALL, TX (March 24, 2026) — Ursula Rakow Middle School Orchestra Director Zoe Rheus has been selected as the 2026 Texas Orchestra Directors Association (TODA) Young Educator of the Year. This prestigious award is presented each year to a Texas orchestra director with 10 or fewer years of teaching experience who exemplifies excellence in teaching […]

Rockwall-Heath A Cappella Group Infiniti to Perform April 7: Tickets On Sale for Pre-Nationals Concert

Rockwall-Heath A Cappella Group Infiniti to Perform April 7: Tickets On Sale for Pre-Nationals Concert

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (March 24, 2026) — For the fourth time in five years, the Rockwall-Heath High School a cappella group, Infiniti, is heading back to the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) National Competition in New York City. Infiniti earned first place at the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) Southwest […]

Rockwall County to Host Town Hall Meetings, Launch Survey for Thoroughfare Plan Update

Rockwall County to Host Town Hall Meetings, Launch Survey for Thoroughfare Plan Update

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 20, 2026) — Rockwall County has partnered with Freese and Nichols, Inc., an engineering and planning firm, to update its Thoroughfare Plan in preparation for continued growth and evolving transportation needs across the region. This long-range plan will help guide future roadway connections, preserve key corridors, and support safe and efficient […]

Lone Star CASA Raises Awareness During Child Abuse Prevention Month

Lone Star CASA Raises Awareness During Child Abuse Prevention Month

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 19, 2026) — Lone Star CASA is proud to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month this April by raising awareness about the importance of protecting children and supporting families across Rockwall and Kaufman counties. Throughout the month, the organization will join community partners, volunteers, and local leaders to highlight the critical role […]

Rockwall-Heath High’s A Capella Group Hits the Right Note, Advances to National Finals in NYC

Rockwall-Heath High’s A Capella Group Hits the Right Note, Advances to National Finals in NYC

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (March 19, 2026) — School pride reached new heights this past weekend as Rockwall-Heath High School’s a cappella group, Infiniti, earned a major victory at the semifinal round of a prestigious national competition, ICHSA (International Championship of High School A Cappella). With their win, the talented ensemble has officially secured a coveted spot […]

Emerging Leaders Youth Tour County Government

Emerging Leaders Youth Tour County Government

ROCKWALL, TX (March 18, 2026) — The Royse City Tri-County Chamber Youth Leadership program, EMERGING LEADERS, is dedicated to fostering positive change by building a dynamic network of future leaders committed to making a difference in their community. Each month, this inspiring program explores a new topic, broadening high school students’ perspectives on the many […]