Rockwall County, TX (February 18, 2026) – STAR Transit is offering free, round-trip rides to local polling places for early voting and Election Day for the upcoming primary elections. All registered voters who reside within the STAR Transit service area are eligible to participate. The service area includes Kaufman County, Rockwall County, Seagoville, Balch Springs, […]
Rockwall, TX (February 17, 2026) – The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees held their regular monthly meeting on Monday, February 16, the following is a summary of the meeting discussion. Board of Trustees Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized outstanding individuals and groups for the following accomplishments: Rockwall ISD Stock Market Students – Congratulations to […]
Rockwall, TX (February 13, 2026) – Dear Rockwall Community, The snow and ice in our county have melted away, leaving hundreds of our neighbors in a state of crisis. At Helping Hands, we are seeing the impact firsthand. Over the last two weeks, the number of families reaching out for help via our website has […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 13, 2026) – The Rockwall County Health Authority is notifying residents of two additional confirmed cases of measles in Rockwall County, raising the total confirmed cases to three. The first confirmed case of measles this year was identified on February 5, 2026. Case Information The additional cases are family members within […]
Rockwall, TX (February 13, 2026) – Homeowners looking to create healthy, beautiful landscapes, while conserving water and saving money, are invited to attend the Homeowner’s Guide to Landscaping on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rockwall County Courthouse. This free, family-friendly event is designed to help residents make smart, sustainable choices for their […]
Rockwall, TX (February 12, 2026) – Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy (GBCCA) is proud to announce that educator Robin Peterson has been awarded Teacher Leader of the Year for the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) Area 11. Mrs. Peterson was nominated by the GBCCA TAFE officers and selected for the honor by her TAFE peers across the […]
Rockwall, TX (February 12, 2026) – Residents are invited to attend the Homeowner’s Guide to Landscaping, a free, family-friendly educational event focused on water-smart, sustainable landscaping. The event will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Rockwall County Courthouse, Liberty Hall (1111 Yellow Jacket Lane, Rockwall). Hosted […]
Rockwall, TX (February 11, 2026) – Continuing their mission to combat food insecurity, Catholic Charities Dallas and the North Texas Food Bank have scheduled their monthly mobile food pantry for the Rockwall area. On Tuesday, February 17 at 9:00 a.m. and Saturday, February, 28 at 9:00 a.m., those seeking assistance can receive fresh fruit, vegetables, and […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 5, 2026) – Weather permitting, the following traffic impacts are scheduled as part of an ongoing bridge improvement project: All lanes of eastbound I-30 will be closed at Horizon Road in Rockwall from 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 through 5 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7. Traffic will be detoured to the eastbound […]
Rockwall, TX (February 4, 2026) – As we step into a new year—and as we celebrate the Valentine’s season—it’s a fitting time to reflect on what we love most about the Rockwall area. At its heart, Rockwall is a community built on connection, collaboration, and care for one another. Those same values guide the work […]