Rockwall woman delivers handmade lap quilts — and a message of love — to local seniors

Rockwall woman delivers handmade lap quilts — and a message of love — to local seniors

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 25, 2025) Rockwall resident Rhonda Wright is stitching comfort and compassion into the lives of seniors at the Rockwall Nursing Care Center on Storrs Street. Last week, Wright personally delivered a collection of handmade lap quilts to residents of the skilled nursing home — each created with care, color, and the belief […]

Rockwall ISD honors heroes at Veterans Day Ceremony

Rockwall ISD honors heroes at Veterans Day Ceremony

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) The Rockwall Independent School District community came together Tuesday morning to honor America’s heroes during its second annual Veterans Day Ceremony. Guests filled the Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium concourse in red, white, and blue as we thanked our local veterans for their service. The Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy […]

Walking Strong: Faith, Freedom, and the Future of Local Healthcare

Walking Strong: Faith, Freedom, and the Future of Local Healthcare

Submitted article by Dr. Catherine A. Casteel, D.P.M., Owner of Casteel Foot & Ankle Center (Rowlett, TX) and Rockwall resident ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) As a podiatric physician, small-business owner, and proud Texan, I believe every step matters—literally and figuratively. Healthy feet keep people working, raising families, and serving their communities. When mobility is […]

Veterans Outpost n Greenville extends community invitation to an Open House on November 16

Veterans Outpost n Greenville extends community invitation to an Open House on November 16

Greenville, TX (November 10, 2025) –  Veterans Outpost is proud to announce its upcoming Open House, welcoming the community to explore its 50-acre facility dedicated to supporting veterans and their families. The event will take place on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at 1889 Mamie Road, Greenville, TX 75402. Guests […]

Caregiving and the Holidays: From Stress to Success!

Caregiving and the Holidays: From Stress to Success!

Stop dreading the holiday season and learn to make it manageable, meaningful, and even joyful! Rockwall County, TX (November 3, 2025) – The holidays often amplify the stress, resentment, and fatigue family caregivers already face, forcing a collision between unrealistic expectations and the reality of care needs. Join our webinar, “Caregiving and the Holidays: From […]

Tracing Rockwall’s Roots: The First Families and Land Patents That Shaped Our County

Tracing Rockwall’s Roots: The First Families and Land Patents That Shaped Our County

Frank Locke shares insight into Rockwall’s earliest settlers through Republic-era land records Rockwall Pioneers By Frank LockeMember, Rockwall County Historical Foundation and Rockwall County Historical Commission At the Rockwall County Historical Foundation’s Sheri Stodghill Lecture Series on October 10, the evening’s topic was The Settlement of Rockwall County by Original Land Patents. Speaker Frank Locke—member […]

Update: Rockwall’s Chris Fowler sees Eagle Scout project takes flight

Update: Rockwall’s Chris Fowler sees Eagle Scout project takes flight

Rockwall, TX (October 29, 2025) – What began over a year ago as an Eagle Scout project has evolved into a community-wide conservation effort, with newly constructed bee hotels now installed at seven Rockwall area parks. Scout Chris Fowler spent extensive time researching requirements, installation specifications, and materials to construct bee hotels designed as safe […]

The Rose Table releases Sleepy Hollow theme party with special guest

The Rose Table releases Sleepy Hollow theme party with special guest

Special guest… the Headless Horseman Rockwall, TX (October 13, 2025) – The Rose Table creator Katie-Rose Watson hosted a Sleepy Hollow-themed party this fall and released the episode on her popular Facebook Page and YouTube Channel yesterday. The party was inspired by the original Washington Irving story, published in 1820 but set in the 1790s. The guests wore period-appropriate outfits […]

Discover the practice of seed collection: Save seeds now. Swap later.

Discover the practice of seed collection: Save seeds now. Swap later.

Rockwall County (October 9, 2025) – Many of our ancestors brought their favorite seeds from across the globe to North America, while Native Americans traded seeds each year to plant in their gardens. Seed saving is a practice that is an important part of agricultural and horticultural heritage worldwide. Mark your calendars and start collecting […]

Honoring 50 Years of Community: The Future of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall

Honoring 50 Years of Community: The Future of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall

Rockwall, TX (September 23, 2025) – For 50 years, the YMCA in Rockwall has been more than a gym. It has been the heartbeat of a growing Rockwall County – a place where babies took their first swim, young athletes found their footing on the field, and generations of families built friendships, resilience, and lasting […]

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