Saturday’s Candidate Rally in Rockwall features six Republican candidates for statewide offices

Saturday’s Candidate Rally in Rockwall features six Republican candidates for statewide offices

Rockwall, TX (October 30, 2025) – Six Republican candidates for statewide offices will be in Rockwall to engage with voters on Saturday, November 1 at “The Candidate Rally” presented by the Lone Star Coalition and hosted by the Rockwall County Republican Party. The exciting lineup of candidates will serve as an interesting platform for voters […]

Shop for a Life-Changing Cause: Marley’s Miracle Community Sale scheduled for November 5-8 in Rowlett

Shop for a Life-Changing Cause: Marley’s Miracle Community Sale scheduled for November 5-8 in Rowlett

Rowlett, TX (October 29, 2025) – A weekend shopping spree could help change a life! On November 5–8, Acacia Collective will host a massive community fundraiser sale to support 12-year-old Marley Mansour, a Rowlett local fighting a rare genetic disease called NARS1. The sale is no ordinary garage sale. Think designer sample sale meets treasure hunt—3,000 square […]

Rockwall ISD marching bands earn top UIL ratings and make historic run to State competition

Rockwall ISD marching bands earn top UIL ratings and make historic run to State competition

Rockwall, TX (October 28, 2025) – Rockwall ISD is proud to announce that both the Rockwall High School Orange Wave Band and the Rockwall-Heath High School Mighty Hawk Band earned Division I ratings at the UIL Area C Marching Band Contest, advancing to the state competition and making district history. Both bands delivered powerful, show-stopping […]

Meals on Wheels Senior Services warns of impact from federal funding reductions and government shutdown

Meals on Wheels Senior Services warns of impact from federal funding reductions and government shutdown

Rockwall, TX (October 27,2025) — Meals on Wheels Senior Services (MOWSS) regrets to inform the community that recent reductions in federal funding have significantly impacted the organization’s ability to provide vital services to local seniors and individuals with disabilities. The ongoing government shutdown further jeopardizes Meals on Wheels programs through decreased federal funding, which may […]

Jerry Welch earns Residential Certified Real Estate Divorce Specialist™ designation

Jerry Welch earns Residential Certified Real Estate Divorce Specialist™ designation

Rockwall, TX (October 27, 2025) — Jerry Welch, REALTOR®, has earned the prestigious Residential Certified Real Estate Divorce Specialist™ (RREDS) designation. This certification recognizes REALTORS® who have completed specialized training in handling the unique challenges and sensitivities involved in real estate transactions related to divorce. With more than 18 years as a Full-Time, Professional REALTOR®, […]

Meet Tofu, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Tofu, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Rockwall, TX (October 27, 2025) – Tofu is a happy, loving 3-year old Anatolian Shepherd mix who weighs around 60 pounds. Her favorite things include kittens, kids, snuggles (she’ll bury her head in your neck), chew bones, treats, zoomies (she’d love a yard!), and stuffed toys to carry around. Tofu is extremely sweet and deserves […]

Rockwall County Helping Hands: Nearly 50 Years of Service

Rockwall County Helping Hands: Nearly 50 Years of Service

Rockwall, TX (October 21, 2025) – Rockwall County Helping Hands is preparing to celebrate 50 years of serving neighbors in need in 2026. The agency was founded in the mid-1970s by local churches and businesses that recognized a growing need for food and clothing among Rockwall County families. As the work expanded, it became clear […]

Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting from Monday, October 20

Update from the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees meeting from Monday, October 20

(Shown L to R) Chief Academic Officer Dr. Megan Gist, Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal, Rockwall HS senior Harrison McDonald, Rockwall HS senior Seth Paden, and Rockwall HS Principal Dane Steinberger. Rockwall, TX (October 21, 2025) – The following is a summary from the Monday, October 20 Rockwall ISD School Board meeting. Recognitions Congratulations to the […]