Rockwall, TX (October 13, 2025) – Continuing their mission to combat food insecurity, Catholic Charities Dallas and the North Texas Food Bank have scheduled their monthly mobile food pantry for the Rockwall area. On Saturday, October 18 at 11:30am and Tuesday, October 21 at 9:00am, those seeking assistance can receive fresh fruit, vegetables, and other food […]
Rockwall, TX (October 13, 2025) – Rockwall County taxpayers should begin receiving their property tax notices in the mail this week, and as a result, Rockwall ISD is providing clarification regarding the upcoming November 4 Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE). State law requires school districts to include the proposed Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) tax […]
Rockwall, TX (October 10, 2025) — Rockwall ISD Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal delivered a presentation to the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, highlighting the district’s ongoing commitment to student achievement and responsible fiscal stewardship. In attendance were several students from the Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy (GBCCA), representing the district’s award-winning Career and […]
Royse City, TX (October 10, 2025) – At the October 6 school board meeting, Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Lorie Squalls recognized and honored the dedication and profound impact of campus leaders, as the district kicked off the celebration of National Principal Month. Royse City ISD principals serve as the cornerstone of each campus, fostering positive […]
Rockwall County (October 9, 2025) – Many of our ancestors brought their favorite seeds from across the globe to North America, while Native Americans traded seeds each year to plant in their gardens. Seed saving is a practice that is an important part of agricultural and horticultural heritage worldwide. Mark your calendars and start collecting […]
Editor’s Note: The following is sponsored content paid for and submitted by Vote YES for Rockwall ISD, written by Dr. Gene Burton, former Rockwall ISD Superintendent. ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 9, 2025) The Rockwall Independent School District is recognized across the state for being a high performing district in all aspects of student achievement. The district […]
Rockwall, TX (October 9, 2025) – On Monday, October 6, 2025, at approximately 9:22 p.m., officers responded to the 2500 block of Wagonwheel Drive for an investigation. The caller, 49-year-old Harold Jones, had indicated to telecommunication operators that he believed two individuals were inside his attic. When the first officer arrived on scene, Mr. Jones, […]
The new location will be the 28th clinic in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for CityVet, and will be led and owned by Dr. Louisa Sidwa (Rockwall, TX (October 8, 2025) – CityVet, a growing network of 70 veterinarian-owned practices offering unique programs serving people through pet care with kindness for over 25 years, continues its expansion […]
Royse City, TX (October 8, 2025) – The award-winning Royse City High School Mighty Bulldog Band, under the direction of Jason Webb, continued its impressive competitive season this past weekend, achieving top placements at the highly regarded Sounds of Fall Marching Contest in Princeton, Texas! The RCHS Band delivered a powerful performance, earning 2nd Place […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 5, 2025) Community members, local dignitaries, and YMCA representatives gathered last week to celebrate a milestone moment for Rockwall’s future: the official check presentation from HomeBank Texas to support the expansion of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA. The occasion marked HomeBank Texas’ $500,000 lead gift to the YMCA’s capital campaign—arriving just as the Rockwall […]