Community members and first responders unite behind water safety initiatives including the new Loaner Life Jacket Station installed by the City of Heath in partnership with Cook Children’s with the volunteer construction by Bobby Gladu team members Artisan Masonry & Granite and Heal-Corp. HEATH, TX (Aug. 7, 2026) — The City of Heath has announced […]
After more than 3,200 traffic crashes in school zones or involving school buses last year, Texans are reminded to drive safe and smart Why this matters Traffic crashes in Texas school zones increased 12% from 2024 to 2025. As kids across the state head back to school this month, TxDOT is reminding drivers to slow down […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 4, 2026) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County and Rest Haven Funeral Home & Memorial Park will host the ROCKWALL CARES 14th Annual Caregiver Conference from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 at Rest Haven, 2500 State Hwy 66 East in Rockwall. The community is invited to attend […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 4, 2026) Join the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management for the Rockwall Ready Open House on Saturday, August 8, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Rockwall County Annex. Rockwall Ready is a coalition of community organizations that partners with the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management to coordinate community […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 29, 2026) What began as a simple promise to himself has grown into a powerful testament to perseverance, discipline, and the belief that it’s never too late to change your life. On Friday, August 21, at 7:00 a.m., Rockwall resident Stavros Kaplaneris will celebrate an extraordinary milestone—365 consecutive days of working out […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 17, 2026) — Homebuyers, neighbors and anyone curious about one of Rockwall’s most distinctive waterfront communities are invited to the return of the Chandlers Landing Monthly Open House Tour this Sunday, July 19. Held from 2 to 4 p.m., the tour will feature 16 homes currently on the market, offering visitors the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 15, 2026) — Catholic Charities Dallas, in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, will bring its Mobile Community Pantry to Rockwall, providing free fresh food to individuals and families in need. The food pantry will be hosted at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1305 Damascus Rd., with multiple distribution […]
WYLIE, Texas — (July 8, 2026) As North Texas continues to grow, encounters with native wildlife—including bobcats—are becoming more common. While seeing a bobcat can be surprising, these animals are generally shy, avoid people, and play an important role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem by helping control rodent populations. In the spring and summer months, […]
EDITOR’S NOTE ROCKWALL, TX (June 30, 2026) Somewhere between a cocktail and a curiosity, I found myself exploring another wonderfully winding rabbit hole. This time, it started with a toast. My family gathered at Fable & Fire for a celebratory dinner, where we raised our glasses in honor of my daughter earning her Ph.D. As far […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 7, 2026)— History lovers will have another opportunity to climb aboard the popular Texas Time Bus Tour, as the Rockwall County Historical Foundation has announced an additional guided tour on Saturday, July 18, following enthusiastic community response to its inaugural spring outings. The immersive tour is part of the Foundation’s ongoing celebration […]