Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Local Veterinarian, Dr. Steve Albers, announced his candidacy for Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Place 5. “I grew up in a strong, supportive community with great schools and, most importantly, great teachers that felt very much like Rockwall today. Rockwall has always felt like home because of that and […]
Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Rockwall ISD is proud to announce its selection as a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT). This esteemed recognition celebrates districts across Texas that demonstrate exemplary leadership, innovation, and commitment to student success through high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The […]
Rockwall, TX (January 27, 2025) – If you remember, several weeks ago this column discussed how Rockwall County was once called the “Marriage Capital of Texas”. This was because of the marriage licenses that departed from the classical, nondescriptive government form. Instead, the county had forms that were decorated with colored pictures of flowers that […]
Fate, TX (January 20, 2025) – The latest episode of As Fate Would Have It, a podcast launched in 2024 by Fate Mayor, David Billings welcomed Dana Macalik, Rockwall County Commissioner. Mayor Billings and Commissioner Macalik discussed Our Unity 2050 and the long-term vision for Rockwall County and Fate, TX. As Fate Would Have It […]
Rockwall, TX (January 14, 2025) – Tickets are now available for Lone Star CASA’s 5th Annual Bunco & Bubbles, happening on March 8th at 10:00 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled event at The Castle at Rockwall! The Bunco & Bubbles event is Lone Star CASA’s most popular event of the season, filled with great […]
Rockwall, TX (January 14, 2025) – At one time not too long ago, Rockwall County had the distinction of being called “The Marriage Capital of Texas.” A logical question you might ask would be, “How could the smallest county in Texas end up with that name?’ It all was about marriage licenses! I bet if […]
Rockwall, TX (January 13, 2025) – The Rockwall Art League presents Impressionistic Painting Workshop by Patrick Michael Reeves on, Saturday February 8, 2025 from 9:00a.m. until 4:00p.m. Join renowned artist Patrick Michael Reeves for a unique impressionistic painting workshop! Learn the core of shape and color application, from initial observations to final touches. Don’t miss […]
Rockwall, TX (January 13, 2025) – Meet Boss, a 1-year-old mix of German Shepherd, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Labrador, weighing in at 60 lbs of pure fun and loyalty. He’s friendly with dogs, cats, and kids! Boss is housebroken, crate-trained, and always ready for a hike or snuggling with his people. He’s current on vaccines, microchipped, […]
Rockwall, TX (January 10, 2025) – The Mobile Food Pantry, a partnership between Catholic Charities of Dallas and North Texas Food Bank, begins the 2025 year with two stops in Rockwall – Saturday, January 18 and Tuesday, January 21. The food pantry brings fresh produce and more to those in need across Rockwall County. Individuals […]
Rockwall, TX (January 7, 2025) – Rockwall County Library has received a grant from the American Library Association to host a financial literacy series for children and families. Thinking Money for Kids offers school age children (5 years and up) a way to learn about important financial topics in child friendly ways. Thinking Money for […]