ROCKWALL, TX (March 16, 2026) Celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd birthday as the city commemorates Founders Day on Saturday, May 16. The free festival takes place both in downtown Rockwall and at Harry Myers Park, with a robust lineup of family programming that begins at 8 a.m. downtown and culminates that evening in the park with high-energy […]
DALLAS – March 16, 2026 – Big Tex is ready to announce which design he will be sporting on his Lucchese Bootmaker boots at the State Fair of Texas this fall. The winner of the 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest is Aaliyah McNeal, a proud Texas native who grew up around the corner from […]
Celebrating ‘Time-Treasured Opportunities’ Get ready to celebrate a Rockwall County tradition! From March 25–28, 2026, the 73rd Annual Rockwall Youth Fair returns to showcase the agricultural heritage of Rockwall County. Held at Tate Farms (12992 FM 548), this event highlights the hard work of Rockwall County 4-H and FFA students. Through these programs, local youth […]
Star-studded line-up returns to Tate Farms July 18 ROCKWALL, TX (March 11, 2026) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County is turning up the volume for a good cause with its 3rd Annual Gone Country Music Fest, set for Saturday, July 18 at Tate Farms, 12992 FM 548. One of the county’s most anticipated […]
FATE, TX (March 12, 2026) — Melinda McCarthy is stepping up to run for Fate City Council, Place 3, bringing a commitment to family values, fiscal responsibility, and responsible growth to one of the fastest-growing cities in the region. Fate is at an inflection point in its history. The decisions made in the coming years […]
Rockwall County, TX (March 13, 2026) – Rockwall County has partnered with Freese and Nichols, Inc., an engineering and planning firm, to update its Thoroughfare Plan to prepare for continued growth and evolving transportation needs. This long-range plan will help guide future roadway connections, preserve needed corridors, and support safe and efficient travel across the County. […]
Fate, TX (March 13, 2026) – Fate resident and legal professional Lorna Grove has announced her campaign for Fate City Council, pledging to bring experienced, steady leadership focused on responsible growth, fiscal responsibility, and community unity. Grove brings more than 35 years of experience as an in-house paralegal specializing in commercial real estate development contracts […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 12, 2026) Join the Rockwall Soroptimist for their 7th annual Brunch & Bunco fundraiser from 10-2PM June 13 at Springhill Suites in Rockwall. Guests will enjoy a mimosa, brunch, prizes, $1000 gift card tree raffle, music, cash bar, fun and friends. Purchase tickets now for $75 at https://tinyurl.com/ycxavapw or EventBrite.com in support of their […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 12, 2026) Enjoy a fashion show by Bloom and Southern Roots, a delicious lunch, and a special program featuring etiquette expert, author, and speaker Joy Weaver during the Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County’s Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show. The event, presented by Vintage Lace, will be at 11:30 a.m. […]
Rockwall County, TX (March 12, 2026) – Rockwall County will participate in a statewide emergency alert drill on April 2, 2026. Summary: On April 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM, the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management will participate in a statewide drill by sending a test IPAWS alert and a Nixle Emergency Alert. Full Details: […]