Rockwall, TX (August 24, 2023) – Hospice Care can paint a picture that is different for many. Is it confirmation of the end? Is it too soon? Is it a relief? Am I ready? Am I prepared? Do I really understand what Hospice means? Do my loved ones understand? Who can I talk to? A […]
FATE, TX (Aug. 23, 2023) – City officials were alerted this afternoon that there was a positive test for West Nile within the city limits of Fate, Texas. The identification came as part of our routine weekly testing. The mosquito came out of a reservoir southwest of the Williamsburg neighborhood (see map below). Fate staff conducts […]
ROYSE CITY, TX (Aug. 23, 2023) The community is invited to attend the OPEN HOUSE for the new Royse City College & Career Academy as well as the Agricultural Center, both located on the Royse City High School campus, 700 FM 2642. The OPEN HOUSE includes a ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11 […]
Rockwall, TX (August 22, 2023) – Concerts have evolved to larger-than-life experiences, perhaps more so since the pandemic ceased life as we once knew. Now, post-pandemic attendees are embracing a live big or go home attitude. Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” is making a statement like none other. Dressing the part makes the statement. But […]
Rockwall, TX (August 22, 2023) – 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 students and student groups recognized by the Board of Trustees for the following accomplishments: Extended School Year 2023 Mentors – The ESY Mentor […]
Rockwall, TX (August 21, 2023) – Hello, my name is Bobby! I get along well with other dogs in my foster home. I am a bit shy at first, but I come around quickly. I enjoy playing and like being indoors sleeping on a dog bed (or your bed if you let me), or a […]
Rockwall, TX (August 18, 2023) – We recently returned from a sojourn to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, the U.P. Specifically, to the Keweenaw Peninsula, also known as the Copper Country, because of its history of the first copper boon in the United States. Way up at the far tip of the world (feels like […]
ROCKWALL, TX (August 17, 2023) – The Rockwall Professional Firefighters Charities is proud to announce that the proceeds from this year’s Fire Fighters Ball will be dedicated to a Dallas Metroplex hero who dedicated 30-plus years to the Dallas community and the state of Texas through steadfast public service. Kenneth Sutcliffe is a retired firefighter […]
TxDOT, law enforcement step up effort to curb drunk driving AUSTIN (Aug. 17, 2023) – As Labor Day approaches, TxDOT is reminding all Texans about the dangers of drunk driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced an increased enforcement period from Aug. 18 to Sept. 4. Texas law enforcement agencies are among those […]
Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2023) – Meet Amethyst! This little lady was a wonderful mama to six kittens, but now it’s her turn to find a forever home! Amethyst takes a bit to warm up to new people, but once she does, she will talk, solicit pets, and purr away! Amethyst is 2-years old, current […]