State Rep Justin Holland sworn in as first Texas House member from Rockwall County since 1915

AUSTIN, TX – Yesterday, State Representative Justin Holland (R-Rockwall) was sworn in to serve House District 33 (HD 33) in the Texas House of Representatives. The 85th Texas Legislature convenes today for 140 days. “I’m incredibly honored to serve the residents of HD 33 and it’s an honor to be the first elected state representative from […]

Rockwall Chamber Dec. 2016 Ambassador of the Month

Rockwall Chamber Dec. 2016 Ambassador of the Month

(ROCKWALL, TX — Jan. 11, 2017) The Rockwall Chamber is proud to announce its Dec 2016 Ambassador Of The Month, Melody Hail. Melody started her career with Helping Hands over 7 years ago as Development Director.  She brought to the agency her love of serving locally with over 20 years of experience in non-profit organizations. […]

Former councilman Bennie Daniels announces intention to run for Rockwall City Council

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 10, 2017) Former Rockwall City Council member Bennie Daniels has announced his intention to file his candidacy for Rockwall City Council, Place 1 on January 18, 2017. Rockwall City Council, Place 1 is currently held by three-term Council member David White, who is not eligible to seek re-election due to term […]

Landscape architectural firm selected for $1B Bayside development in Rowlett

Development to feature Crystal Lagoon, ‘Bellagio-style’ water feature (ROWLETT, TX – Jan. 9, 2017) Lifescapes International, a Newport Beach-based landscape architectural firm, has been selected to design the overall landscape environment for Bayside, the $1 billion master-planned development encompassing 262 acres that is planned to feature a variety of retail, restaurants, residential units, and a resort […]

Nominees named in Rockwall Chamber Choice Awards

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 6, 2017) Voting is underway in the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Choice Awards, which recognizes the outstanding contributions of area businesses and individuals to the community and to the local economy. You do not have to be a member of the Chamber to show your appreciation for your favorite […]

Ratcliffe votes to condemn and reverse the UN’s anti-Israel resolution

Ratcliffe votes to condemn and reverse the UN’s anti-Israel resolution

(ROCKWALL, TX — Jan. 6, 2017) Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) voted yesterday for the U.S. House passage of H.Res. 11, which opposes and calls for the repeal of UNSC Resolution 2334. Contrary to the longstanding United States policy of blocking one-sided resolutions against Israel, the Obama administration allowed Resolution 2334 to pass by refusing to […]

PegasusAblon announces purchase of The Harbor in Rockwall

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 5, 2017) PegasusAblon has completed the purchase of The Harbor, a 130,000 SF dining and retail lakefront park property. This center is recognizable by its tremendous visibility from the I-30 bridge over Lake Ray Hubbard. It is situated between the hills of Rockwall and the lakefront park on the water’s edge, […]

Rep. Ratcliffe sworn in for second term as U.S. Congressman

Rep. Ratcliffe sworn in for second term as U.S. Congressman

(ROCKWALL, TX — Jan. 4, 2016) Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) was sworn in yesterday, Jan. 3, for his second term representing Texas’ 4th District in the U.S. House of Representatives. This comes just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump will take office, kicking off the start of a unified Republican government in the White House and […]