Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting of Monday, May 19

Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting of Monday, May 19

Rockwall, TX (May 20, 2025) – Recognitions Congratulations to the following students and student groups who the Board of Trustees recognized for the following accomplishments: Elementary Stock Market Winners – Each year, the SIFMA (Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) announces the first, second and third place winners of the yearlong 2024-2025 school year Stock Market […]

Cannon’s Team: Rockwall High Baseball hits a home run off the field

Cannon’s Team: Rockwall High Baseball hits a home run off the field

Rockwall, TX (May 19, 2025) – If you follow Rockwall High School baseball, you are aware that this team is built on winning. With a rich history of talent and several state titles, the team is often expected to produce great results. This year being no exception! While their playoff run came to a close […]

Rockwall Carry The Load volunteers walk to honor fallen service members on May 24

Rockwall Carry The Load volunteers walk to honor fallen service members on May 24

Rockwall, TX (May 19, 2025) – Carry The Load, a non-profit that honors fallen military and first responders, is hosting its annual Memorial May walk in Rockwall on Saturday, May 24, at the Rockwall County Courthouse at 6 p.m. Each year thousands of people join Carry The Load events across the country, and this year we expect […]

Op-Ed from David Billings, former Mayor of Fate: Texas Legislature and the Erosion of Local Decision-Making – Part 7

Op-Ed from David Billings, former Mayor of Fate: Texas Legislature and the Erosion of Local Decision-Making – Part 7

Fate, TX (May 16, 2025) – Now that we’ve reached mid-May in the 89th Legislative Session, the Municipal Utility District reform scoreboard speaks volumes: Municipal Utility District reform bills – 0, MUD lobbyists – 12. Despite support across Texas, the state legislature appears unwilling to stand up to the powerful network of lobbyists representing developers […]

Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office to undergo remodeling project

Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office to undergo remodeling project

Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2025) – On May 13, 2025, the Rockwall County Commissioners Court held a workshop at the Historic Courthouse to discuss the remodeling project for the Sheriff’s Office. This remodel will be funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and remaining Jail Bond funds, allowing the county to avoid any additional […]

The Art of Gardening

The Art of Gardening

Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2025) – While gardening may be an art form all its own, producing art from the garden can be as rewarding as the work put into the garden itself.  Flower arranging, in its many forms, may be what comes to mind first. However, arrangements don’t last long. What if you want […]

Behind every small business is a big story

Behind every small business is a big story

Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2025) – In May, as we celebrate National Small Business Week, it’s tempting to offer only applause and cheer. Yes, our small businesses are resilient, creative, and generous. They are the lifeblood of the Rockwall area and countless towns across America. But if we stop at feel-good slogans, we do them—and […]

Rockwall County remembers Peace Officers Memorial Day

Rockwall County remembers Peace Officers Memorial Day

Rockwall, TX (May 15, 2025) – Law enforcement agencies across Rockwall County gathered on the morning of May 15 to honor the valiant officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The Police Officer Memorial Commemoration, held at Rest Haven Funeral Home in Rockwall, served as a poignant reminder of their […]

Rockwall County Constable’s Office issues safe driving reminder

Rockwall County Constable’s Office issues safe driving reminder

Rockwall County (May 15, 2025) – The Rockwall County Constable’s Office, Precinct 4, is urging Texas travelers to always celebrate responsibly and to always make safe driving habits a priority during the heavily traveled Memorial Day holiday. “As Texans travel to be with friends and family this season, we urge all drivers to use extra […]

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