Local dentist to offer free dental day for veterans

Local dentist to offer free dental day for veterans

(ROCKWALL, TX — November 3, 2017) Congressman John Ratcliffe (R-Tx 4th Dist.) just concluded a surprise presentation of the Lone Star Award honoring Dr. Stan Lowrance’s charitable dental care provided to a veteran. The veteran’s dental problems were a side effect of VA-provided cancer treatment, but VA dental care is only available to those with […]

Commissioners Court takes action to save county millions on tax bonds

Commissioners Court takes action to save county millions on tax bonds

(ROCKWALL, TX — November 3, 2017) Action taken by Rockwall County Commissioners Court could lead to the county saving about $3.7 million in interest on almost $27 million in tax bonds. The vote taken by commissioners during their Oct. 24 regular meeting unanimously approved a resolution that authorized preliminary action involving the proposed issuance of […]

President Trump signs Ratcliffe cybercrime-fighting bill into law

President Trump signs Ratcliffe cybercrime-fighting bill into law

(ROCKWALL, TX — November 3, 2017) Rep. John Ratcliffe’s (R-Texas) Strengthening State and Local Cyber Crime Fighting Act of 2017 (H.R. 1616) was signed into law on Nov. 2 by President Trump. The law provides state and local law enforcement with the tools and training they need to combat cybercrime and protect our communities. It […]

Dodie’s at The Harbor offers Thanksgiving Dinner or Cajun Fried Turkeys To-Go

Dodie’s at The Harbor offers Thanksgiving Dinner or Cajun Fried Turkeys To-Go

(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 26, 2017) Leave the stress and mess of the holidays at home and experience lakeside dining at its best as Dodie’s at The Harbor in Rockwall hosts its annual Cajun Thanksgiving Day dinner. For only $19.99 per adult and $12.99 per child, you and your family will be treated to Dodie’s special […]

Halloween safety tips

Halloween safety tips

(ROCKWALL, TX — October 11, 2017) Although Halloween comes before the change back to standard time this year, the days are getting shorter, and the nights are getting longer. With shorter days comes more night driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that nearly two-thirds of all fatal pedestrian crashes and about 20% of […]

Dodie’s at The Harbor offers free entree to veterans Nov. 11

Dodie’s at The Harbor offers free entree to veterans Nov. 11

(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 26, 2017) To honor American veterans and thank them for their service to our country, Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor will offer all veterans, past and present, a free entrée from a special Veteran’s Day Menu on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. Dodie’s asks that veterans show a military ID and enjoy […]

County Commissioner David Magness announces he will seek re-election

(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 30, 2017) Rockwall County Commissioner David Magness has announced that he will seek re-election as Commissioner in the March 2018 Republican Primary.  Magness represents Precinct 4, which includes Fate, Royse City and parts of Rockwall. Since taking office in 2003, Magness has worked with the Commissioners Court to maintain fiscal responsibility, […]

Rockwall recognized as a Purple Heart County

Rockwall recognized as a Purple Heart County

(ROCKWALL, TX — October 30, 2017) A Rockwall County Commissioners Court proclamation was presented Oct. 24 to recognize Rockwall County as a “Purple Heart County” and designate the day as “Purple Heart Day” in the county. Seven Purple Heart recipients attended the Tuesday meeting of Rockwall County Commissioners Court to hear County Commissioner Lee Gilbert […]

New STAR Transit fare structure launches Nov. 1

New STAR Transit fare structure launches Nov. 1

(ROCKWALL, TX — October 30, 2017) On August 15, 2017, the STAR Transit Board of Directors approved a fare restructure for all STAR Transit service areas.  Part of the restructure includes discounted or free fares for qualified seniors 60 plus, veterans and persons with disabilities.  The fare changes go into effect on November 1, 2017 […]

Kim Olson, Col., USAF (Ret.), announces candidacy for Texas Commissioner of Agriculture

Kim Olson, Col., USAF (Ret.), announces candidacy  for Texas Commissioner of Agriculture

Olson is a farmer and champion of education. She was part of the first generation of female military pilots, served in the Pentagon and deployed to several combat zones, including Iraq. (Oct. 30, 2017) Kim Olson, Col., United States Air Force (Ret.), has announced her candidacy for Texas Commissioner of Agriculture. The primary will be […]