(HEATH, TX – Nov. 25, 2019) The City of Heath today launched Parks And Trails Of Heath, a new fundraising program that gives citizens and local businesses the opportunity to help accelerate the expansion and improvement of the City’s parks and trail system. Charter donors who have made the startup of this City of Heath Park […]
(AUSTIN, TX – Dec. 3, 2019) Today, the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) proudly endorses Justin Holland for House District 33. “Justin Holland is a sixth-generation Rockwall County resident and has spent nearly a decade serving the public as a City Council member and in the Texas Legislature,” said Deputy Executive Director of Government Affairs Mitch […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 4, 2019) Rockwall County Citizens: As most are already aware, Rockwall County Sheriff Harold Eavenson has announced that he will retire at the end of his current term. Sheriff Eavenson has been a strong leader for Rockwall County with unparalleled integrity and dedication. His positive impact on the Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Nov. 22, 2019) Steven Jackson, President of Toyota of Rockwall, presented a check of $1,000 to Friends of the Rockwall County Library as an Event Sponsor for the 2019-2020 calendar year. Fundraising Co-Chairs Edie Zehr and Milly Cundy were on-hand to receive Mr. Jackson’s gift on behalf of the organization. Event Sponsors […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Nov. 20, 2019) During the Rockwall Chamber of Commerce Partnership Luncheon last week, Rockwall ISD Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal provided some highlights for the district from 2019. Here’s a look at what’s been happening around the district this past year, and where its headed in 2020 and beyond. Pathways to Success The […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 5, 2019) Are your kids interested in history? If so, we invite you to check out the newly forming Youth Advisory Council for the Rockwall County Historical Foundation! There will be an informational session on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 10 a.m. at the Rockwall History Museum in Harry Myers Park to […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 12, 2019) Lone Star CASA, Inc. announced the appointment of Lauren Rowe as its new Executive Director, effective November 11, 2019. Rowe takes over for former Executive Director, Lucille Bell. Kellie Hohenshelt, President of the Board, said, “We are delighted that Lauren has accepted this position. She has an exceptional background serving […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Nov. 11, 2019) On Veterans Day morning, the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall welcomed city officials, veterans and community members to a flag-folding ceremony in recognition of those who serve and have served in our nation’s military. Put on in partnership with the Terry Fisher American Legion Post 117 in Rockwall, the […]
UPDATE (10:43am Nov. 8, 2019) Following the publication of this article, Rockwall County Commissioner Cliff Sevier shared the following update on Facebook: “I received several e-mails asking if any of the other court members took a smaller pay raise, and gave money back to the County. I couldn’t answer the question at that time. However, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 6, 2019) Texas voters approved all but one proposition in the Constitutional Amendments Election on Nov. 5. Here’s a breakdown on the voting results: -Texas Proposition 2 received 65 percent of the vote in its favor. The measure allows the Texas Water Development Board to issue general obligation bonds up to […]