Lone Star CASA announces retirement of longtime Child Advocacy Specialist, Chris Hoffmeyer

Lone Star CASA announces retirement of longtime Child Advocacy Specialist, Chris Hoffmeyer

Chris Hoffmeyer (left) is presented with the Hometown Hero Award by Diane Stegall (right). Rockwall County, TX (February 3, 2026) – After seventeen years of incredible service, Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) announces the retirement of Child Advocacy Specialist Chris Hoffmeyer. The organization is proud to celebrate Chris’s outstanding contributions, dedication, skill, and […]

Annual water system maintenance planned March 2 – 30, 2026

Annual water system maintenance planned March 2 – 30, 2026

Temporary change in water disinfectant is essential for safe drinking water. Wylie, TX (February 3, 2026) – The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 2 through 30, 2026. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year-round water quality. […]

Attracting Hummingbirds to Rockwall County Gardens

Attracting Hummingbirds to Rockwall County Gardens

Rockwall County, TX (February 2, 2026) – Spring is just around the corner, and now is the time to begin planning how to better attract hummingbirds to your garden this year.  The ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common species sited in the North Texas area.  They normally begin arriving in Texas between mid-March to mid-May.  […]

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas announces 2nd Annual Youth of the Year Gala

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas announces 2nd Annual Youth of the Year Gala

An inspiring evening uniting community leaders and celebrating the next generation of changemakers. Rockwall, TX (January 29, 2026) — Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Youth of the Year Gala, taking place Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the elegant Hilton Rockwall Lakefront. This powerful evening will bring […]

Meet the Candidates: Final Friday Night Forum takes place Friday, January 30

Meet the Candidates: Final Friday Night Forum takes place Friday, January 30

Rockwall County, TX (January 29, 2026) – The last Friday Night Forum with Republican Primary candidates will include Senate District 2, County Judge, County Commissioner Precinct 4 and Justice of the Peace Precinct 2.The Forum is set to start at 6:00p.m. this Friday, January 30 at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 East Yellowjacket, Rockwall. The […]

CRASE Training offered by Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office

CRASE Training offered by Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office

Rockwall, TX (January 22, 2026) – The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office is hosting CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) training on March 7 from 8:30a.m. to 12:00p.m. The training, taught by local first responders, helps prepare citizens to respond during an emergency situation. Attendees learn about three key concepts to being prepared, alert, and […]

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Duties and Responsibilities of Justice Positions in Rockwall County

Rockwall County, TX (January 26, 2026) – There are two contested justice positions on the March 3 primary election. One is the Court at Law while the second is the Justice of Peace. Both will be discussed in this article. For Court at Law number 1 in Rockwall County, the Judge has the responsibility to […]

Rockwall heats up with the 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off for The Rainbow Room

Rockwall heats up with the 2nd Annual Chili Cook-off for The Rainbow Room

Rockwall County, TX (January 21, 2026) – The Rainbow Room of Rockwall County is turning up the heat this winter with its 2026 Chili Challenge for Children, set for Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Divine Peace Church in Rockwall. The community chili cook-off will bring together local teams, churches, businesses, and chili lovers for a […]

Update from Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Meeting of Tuesday, January 20

Update from Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Meeting of Tuesday, January 20

Rockwall, TX (January 21, 2026) – The following summarizes Rockwall ISD’s Board of Trustees meeting of January 20, 2026. Recognitions Congratulations to the following student and community groups that were recognized by the Board of Trustees: Supporting Businesses and Community Organizations – Rockwall ISD is blessed to have the support of the following businesses and […]

Meals on Wheels Senior Services receives grant to fund meals in Rockwall County

Meals on Wheels Senior Services receives grant to fund meals in Rockwall County

Rockwall, TX (January 20, 2026) – Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County (MOWSS) announced it is the recipient of a grant from the Carl B. & Florence E. King Foundation, which funds a range of social service needs across North Texas, including Rockwall County. The awarded funding will go directly to the Nutrition […]