City of Heath honors staff: Captain Michael Morgan named Citywide Employee of the Year

City of Heath honors staff: Captain Michael Morgan named Citywide Employee of the Year

HEATH, TX (Dec. 22, 2022) Department of Public Safety Captain Michael Morgan was named 2022 Citywide Employee of the Year during the Annual Employee Awards and Christmas Luncheon held December 14 at the Hidden Creek Special Events venue in Heath “We are grateful to all of our employees and officers for their hard work and […]

Preparing for bitterly cold temperatures, Atmos Energy offers safety tips

Preparing for bitterly cold temperatures, Atmos Energy offers safety tips

GARLAND, Tex. – Dec. 20, 2022 – Bitterly cold temperatures are settling in for the next several days, and Atmos Energy is closely monitoring the weather and staging its employees across the system. Atmos Energy reminds customers to stay alert to changing weather conditions in their area, while following a few easy tips to conserve […]

Rush Creek Yacht Club to file re-zoning application with City of Heath

Rush Creek Yacht Club to file re-zoning application with City of Heath

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) Rush Creek Yacht Club was founded as a Texas non-profit entity in 1969. Its sole purpose is to promote the sport of sailing on the waters of Lake Ray Hubbard. For 53 years, RCYC has held annual regattas ranging from local fun races to World Championship level events. RCYC has […]

Rockwall police issue Silver Alert for missing woman

Rockwall police issue Silver Alert for missing woman

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) – The Rockwall Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating missing 73-year old Jimmie Thompson of Rockwall, TX. Mrs. Thompson was reported missing on the afternoon of Tuesday, December 20th, 2022. She has been diagnosed with a cognitive impairment and is believed to be driving a 2005 White Lincoln […]

Rockwall residents to see change in garbage rates for the new year

Rockwall residents to see change in garbage rates for the new year

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) – In accordance with the solid waste contract with longtime partner, Republic Services, the rates for garbage and recycling will increase 3% for residents. This translates to an increase of $.48 per month. Under the agreement, Rockwall residents will continue to enjoy unlimited bulk trash pickup, twice per week garbage services, […]

Prepare for freezing weather Thursday through Sunday

Prepare for freezing weather Thursday through Sunday

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Dec. 20, 2022) Rockwall County is expecting an extended period of below freezing weather from Thursday night (low expected of 9-degrees Fahrenheit) through Christmas night. The good new is that there is no expected precipitation. However, sprinkler systems (if not turned off) can turn roads and sidewalks into an icy hazard. Backflow prevention […]

‘Tis the season for…holiday pasta!

‘Tis the season for…holiday pasta!

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 19, 2022) It’s the most wonderful time of the year! For a cozy Christmas Dinner Party, I styled my table with freshly cut Christmas tree branches, birch tree vases, red roses, white hydrangeas, red tablecloths, gold flatware, and plaid holiday napkins for a rustic glam look. I had twinkling lights everywhere, Christmas […]

Life Lessons by Erin Kincaid: Narcissism and Flying Monkeys

Life Lessons by Erin Kincaid: Narcissism and Flying Monkeys

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 19, 2022)- Many of us have difficult people in our lives. Some of us have people who take the word difficult to an entirely new level. In this conversation, we are going to focus on the narcissists in our midst. I’ve learned more about this personality from a local Professional Counselor who is […]

Rockwall County jury sentences local man to 20 years on drug charges

Rockwall County jury sentences local man to 20 years on drug charges

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 19, 2022) A Rockwall County jury has convicted former Rockwall resident, Robert Procsal Jr., 46, of the 1st degree felony offense of Possession with Intent to Deliver Tetrahydrocannabinol and the State Jail Felony offense of Possession of Marijuana (approximately four pounds).  One hour after retiring to deliberate on punishment, the jury sentenced […]