Rockwall’s Barnes & Noble opening to include book signing by author of Wild DFW: Explore the Amazing Nature In and Around Dallas-Fort Worth

Rockwall’s Barnes & Noble opening to include book signing by author of Wild DFW: Explore the Amazing Nature In and Around Dallas-Fort Worth

Amy Martin to be joined by Rockwall nature groups and fossil hunters Rockwall, TX (August 18, 2025) – Get to know the nature of North Texas and meet the nature stewards and explorers of Rockwall at the grand opening of the area’s latest Barnes & Noble. Amy Martin will be on hand to give a […]

Kenda Culpepper of Rockwall elected Chair of Texas Bar Foundation

Kenda Culpepper of Rockwall elected Chair of Texas Bar Foundation

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 13, 2025) Kenda Culpepper, Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney, has been elected as the 2025-2026 Chair of the Texas Bar Foundation. The Texas Bar Foundation was founded in 1965 by attorneys dedicated to advancing justice and improving the legal profession.  Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025, the Foundation is over 11,000 members strong […]

HomeBank Texas announces transformational gift to J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall Capital Campaign

HomeBank Texas announces transformational gift to J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall Capital Campaign

Donation Secures Naming Rights to Natatorium, Supports Expansion Efforts ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 13, 2025) – In a landmark show of support for the health and vitality of Rockwall County, HomeBank Texas is proud to announce a $500,000 financial gift to the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall in support of its ongoing $5.2 million Capital Campaign to […]

Why Supporting Rockwall Teachers Is an Investment in All of Us

Why Supporting Rockwall Teachers Is an Investment in All of Us

Rockwall, TX (August 12, 2025) – As summer winds down and school bells begin to ring, excitement fills the air across Rockwall County. Classrooms are being prepared, school supplies are being organized, and new teachers are getting ready to meet their students for the first time. It’s a familiar scene—but one that carries more significance […]

Save the date: Resource Fair & New Building Celebration at Rockwall Helping Hands Oct. 16

Save the date: Resource Fair & New Building Celebration at Rockwall Helping Hands Oct. 16

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 11,2025) Rockwall County Helping Hands invites the community to its upcoming Resource Fair and Grand Opening Celebration of the new Social Services Building. The event will feature a variety of local agencies offering helpful resources, including: North Texas Food Bank SNAP Bus North Texas Food Bank Nutrition Team Alliance Bank Moncrief Cancer […]

Rockwall School of Music celebrates 10-Year reign as Best Music Studio

Rockwall School of Music celebrates 10-Year reign as Best Music Studio

ROCKWALL, TX (August 4, 2025) – For the tenth consecutive year, the Rockwall School of Music (RSM) has been voted “Best Music Studio/Music Lessons” by the local community—solidifying its legacy as a cornerstone of music education in the region. Founded with a mission to inspire a lifelong love of music, the school now serves over […]

Freebirds launches ‘Burritos with a Purpose’ to support Kerr County flood relief

Freebirds launches ‘Burritos with a Purpose’ to support Kerr County flood relief

Including Freebirds Rockwall, 1067 E Interstate 30 Suite 101, Rockwall, TX 75087 ROCKWALL, TX (July 24, 2025)– Freebirds World Burrito is calling on the community to come together for Texas through a special event, Burritos With a Purpose, aimed at helping those impacted by the recent flooding in Kerr County. On Friday, July 25, all burrito profits from all […]

Repeat Offender Sentenced to 17 Years for Meth Possession in Rockwall County

Repeat Offender Sentenced to 17 Years for Meth Possession in Rockwall County

ROCKWALL, TX (July 24, 2025) On Wednesday, July 22, 2025, a Rockwall County jury convicted Rockwall resident, Michael Joe Ray, 47, of the offense of Possession of Methamphetamine in an amount of 1 gram or more but less than 4 grams. The jury sentenced Ray to Seventeen (17) years and 1 day in prison with the […]

Restaurants Rally for Relief: FFA Management Hospitality Group Donates $5,000 to Mercy Chefs for Central Texas Flood Recovery

Restaurants Rally for Relief:  FFA Management Hospitality Group Donates $5,000 to Mercy Chefs for Central Texas Flood Recovery

Dallas, TX (July 24, 2025) – In a powerful show of community and compassion, longtime restaurateur Mike McRae and his hospitality group, Fun For All Management—owners of McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails in East Dallas, Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Rockwall Harbor, and the legendary Stan’s Blue Note on Lower Greenville—have raised $5,000 for Mercy […]

Dennis Lewis Honored with Prestigious ASA Impact Award

Dennis Lewis Honored with Prestigious ASA Impact Award

Dennis Lewis poses with Casey Troxclair, American Subcontractors Association-North Texas Chapter President, after being recognized by his peers in the construction industry.  Rockwall leader recognized for decades of service to the construction industry and community ROCKWALL, TX (July 18, 2025) The American Subcontractors Association – North Texas Chapter (ASA-NTC) has presented its distinguished Impact Award […]