Rockwall, TX (June 3, 2024) – I recently attended a funeral where friends and family gave their respect to a fallen friend and family member. While there, I wondered if any of the participants had ever been part of a funeral for a military person? The rendering of military funeral honors is a way to […]
Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Sunday, April 28th, at the Parrish House prior to the launch of National Foster Care Month. This event served to celebrate and honor the dedication of CASA’s Volunteer Advocates who make a resounding difference in […]
Rockwall, TX (May 30, 2024) – Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management will test the IPAWS system on June 28th. On this date, you may receive a wireless emergency alert on your cell phone. The alert will say “Test: RCOEM is testing IPAWS visit rockwallcountytexas.com/1261 for more info. Test over.” What is IPAWS IPAWS, or […]
Rockwall, TX (May 30, 2024) – A small gesture is making a big difference for young patients at Texas Health Hospital Rockwall. Project Linus, a national nonprofit, supplies handmade blankets to the hospital for children who are ill or may have experienced a traumatic situation. “Children often feel scared or overwhelmed when they arrive at […]
Rockwall, TX (May 28, 2024) – Thursday nights in Rockwall are extra special this summer as the city presents its annual series of Concerts by the Lake. Held at The Harbor between 7 and 9 p.m. each week from May through July, the concerts feature a wide assortment of musical artists. Performing next in the […]
Rockwall, TX (May 22, 2024) – Republican Women Scholarship Fund would like to announce their very first recipients, as a 501c3 non-profit organization, of its scholarship award. These outstanding high school students have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement. The following young women will be a voice in educating and empowering the next generation […]
Rockwall, TX-May 23, 2024 – On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, County Commissioner John Stacy received the “Hometown Hero Award” at the Royse City Chamber Awards Luncheon. The award, presented by Diane Stegall from Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial in Royse City, honors volunteer service within the community. “It was a surprise, but an honor for this […]
Rockwall, TX (May 22, 2024) – The Rockwall County Library is kicking off an adventurous Summer Reading Club with a community extravaganza on Monday, June 3rd from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Registration for the summer reading club will open onsite with a variety of activities for all ages. See the Rockwall High School Yellow Jacket and Texas […]
Rockwall, TX (May 21, 2024) – NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com 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, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 18, 2024) – On Friday, at Rest Haven Funeral Home, the annual recognition of law enforcement personnel who lost their lives in service to their state and communities took place. Chief Kirk Aldridge of the Royse City Police Department welcomed those in attendance and expressed that National Police Week pays special recognition […]