ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 30, 2023) On January 25, 2023, a Rockwall County jury returned a verdict of guilty against former Rockwall resident Martin Alfredo Escobar-Rivera, 31, on charges of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child and Indecency with a Child – Sexual Contact. The same jury assessed Escobar-Rivera’s punishment at 60 years and 10 years […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 26, 2023) – Bart Miller has announced that he is a candidate for the Rockwall Independent School District Board of Trustees. “I am excited to announce my candidacy and look forward to serving this district, which has been such a large part of my life and my family’s life, navigate the future […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 23, 2022) The City of Rockwall needs your help to conserve water this week. This Thursday, January 26, starting at 7 a.m. for a 20-hour period, through early morning Friday, January 27, the City of Rockwall’s water supplier, NTMWD, will be working on the water supply connection from their facility in Wylie. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 20, 2023) – The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board has presented longtime Downtown Rockwall business owner and volunteer, Tammy Sharp, with a rare Main Street Legacy Award. Established in 2019, the award recognizes those who contribute to the vibrancy and economy of Downtown Rockwall. In his presentation at the City Council meeting on […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 20, 2022) The I-30 work zone over Lake Ray Hubbard is expanding, as a second improvement project gets underway in the corridor. Drivers are urged to plan ahead for extra travel time to help traffic safely navigate through these adjacent work zones. A $334 million project to improve I-30 between Dalrock Road […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan, 19, 2023) From polices on infection control, hygiene and cleanliness to record-keeping, compliance and care plan reviews, Highland Meadows Health and Rehab, Rockwall’s premier skilled nursing and long term care facility, is excited to announce they have once again achieved the exemplary status of ‘no deficiencies’ following their annual state survey. All […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 18, 2023) Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023 NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items due to limited audience opportunities at Board meetings as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com. Recognition School Board Appreciation Month – January is School Board […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 18, 2023) Rockwall ISD Board Trustee Amy Hilton announced that she will seek re-election for Place 6 in the May 6th election. Mrs. Hilton, who was first elected in 2020, currently serves as board Vice-President. In 2021, Mrs. Hilton was appointed as a board representative to the District Facilities and Construction […]
Grants to help communities identified by the Community Health Needs Assessment ARLINGTON, TEXAS, Jan. 17, 2023 – Texas Health Resources will award $8 million in grants to help organizations address health inequity and improve lives in communities across North Texas, many still reeling from the physical, mental and economic impact of the pandemic. Bolstered by […]
(Jan. 15, 2023) The Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan announced the appointment of the following Inaugural Committee: Justin Holland, Chair; members Brad Buckley, Ken King, J.M. Lozano, and Angelia Orr. The Oath of Office ceremony for Governor Greg Abbott and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick will be held on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 11 o’clock […]