Grand Opening March 5, 2026 • 4pm- 9pm ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 26, 2026) — A new kind of neighborhood taproom is coming to Rockwall, one inspired by the flavors, stories, and craftsmanship found during travels across America. We The People Taproom (WTP) is set to open in Rockwall officially on March 5, 2026, offering guests […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 24, 2026) Longtime Rockwall resident and business owner, John Hagaman, announced today that he is running for Place 4 on the Rockwall City Council. A 40-year resident of Rockwall, Hagaman has a proven track record of serving his community with conservative views and a commonsense approach. He was appointed to the City of […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) — What began as a bold decision to create space has become a growing movement. The first annual She Leads Securely Women’s AI & Cyber Leadership Summit brought together a full room of 65 committed women for an unforgettable day of leadership, honesty, and forward‑thinking conversations around artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) Dr. Catherine Casteel recently announced that she is running as a write-in candidate for Rockwall City Council, Place 4. “As a physician, small business owner, and longtime Rockwall community volunteer, I am committed to helping our city plan responsibly for the future while protecting the quality of life that makes […]
Rockwall, TX – February 20, 2026 – The candidate filing period has now passed for the Saturday, May 2, 2026 General Election for City Council Places 2, 4, and 6. Rockwall City Councilmembers are elected “at large” and serve two-year terms. The following candidates have filed applications and are listed below in the order they […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) The Rockwall County Health Authority informs residents that the six individuals who contracted measles are no longer contagious, per CDC guidelines. The first confirmed case of the year was identified on February 5, 2026. Case Information The cases involved family members living in the same household. Public Health Response The […]
FATE, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) — My name is Ashley Rains, and I am proud to announce my candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 2. My husband and I have lived in Rockwall County for almost a decade. Nearly six years ago, we chose to make Fate, Texas our home. Together, we are raising our […]
FATE, TX (February 17, 2026) – The Fate City Council voted 6–0 to formally transition the City’s Department of Public Safety (DPS) into two standalone departments: a Police Department and a Fire Department. The change reflects the City’s continued growth and its commitment to strengthening public safety services for residents and businesses. As Fate continues […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 16, 2026) – Community members, leaders, and nonprofit organizations gathered on February 15 for an inspiring evening devoted to faith, compassion, and community collaboration. The gathering featured the presentation of Rockwall’s inaugural “Heart of the Community” Award. Rockwall Mayor Tim McCallum presented the award to Ridge Petersen, recognizing him “for demonstrating remarkable […]
Kickoff Concert – March 6, offering the community a preview of the talent and artistry to come. ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 16, 2026) An unforgettable evening of music, art, and community is set to take center stage as the 4th Annual Symphony of Color returns on May 1 from 6–10 p.m. at Cavender Nissan of Rockwall […]