Rockwall Riptides make waves at YMCA Fall Swim League Championships

Rockwall Riptides make waves at YMCA Fall Swim League Championships

ROCKWALLL, TX – December 9, 2021 — The Rockwall Riptides made a big splash at the YMCA Fall Swim League Championships this past weekend, taking home 15 individual High Point Awards and the Overall Team High Point Award. The Riptides competed with more than 375 swimmers and nine teams in the competition. “These kids have […]

North Central Texas offers resources for people with Dementia and their family caregivers

North Central Texas offers resources for people with Dementia and their family caregivers

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 7, 2021) If you live in North Central Texas, care for someone who has dementia, and are not paid to be a caregiver, you may qualify for support services at no cost to you or your loved one. Here are a few organizations that provide support: Alzheimer’s Association provides information, education, and […]

Rockwall is among several YMCA Metropolitan Dallas branch locations hosting holiday donation drives

Rockwall is among several YMCA Metropolitan Dallas branch locations hosting holiday donation drives

Angel trees and toy drives will take place at Y branches across the North Texas DALLAS, TX (Dec. 7, 2021) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas will be hosting Angel Trees and toy drives throughout the holiday season to help North Texans in need have gifts for their families at Christmas. The YMCA is providing an […]

Ericka Ledferd announces candidacy for Rockwall County Commissioner, Precinct 4

Ericka Ledferd announces candidacy for Rockwall County Commissioner, Precinct 4

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 7, 2021) I am announcing today my candidacy for Rockwall County Commissioner Precinct 4. The commissioners court is the governing body of the county. Many state administrative responsibilities rest with the court and many growing permissive authorities. My run is centered on hoping that the Rockwall County people would elect leaders who […]

Heath Mayor Pro Tem Frank New announces run for Rockwall County Judge

Heath Mayor Pro Tem Frank New announces run for Rockwall County Judge

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Dec. 7, 2021) Heath Mayor Pro Tem Frank New has stepped up to challenge the incumbent for the office of Rockwall County Judge. In announcing his candidacy, Frank draws on his experience from the last three years working behind the scenes at the county level as a member of the Emergency Management Board […]

Rockwall County first responders honored at appreciation luncheon

Rockwall County first responders honored at appreciation luncheon

  ROCKWALL, TX – December 3, 2021 — Rockwall County police, fire and EMS were treated to an outdoor barbecue lunch Thursday at Harry Myers Park, in recognition and appreciation of their dedication to protect and serve. The Chamber’s 6th Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon welcomed guest speaker Quint Avenetti, US Marine Corps (Retired), and […]

Carter BloodCare drive at Texas Health Hospital Rockwall includes chance to win a new Chevy Spark

Carter BloodCare drive at Texas Health Hospital Rockwall includes chance to win a new Chevy Spark

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 2, 2021) The Carter BloodCare bus will be on the Texas Health Hospital Rockwall campus Thursday, Dec. 23, and blood donors have a chance to win a New Chevy Spark from Classic Fleet and Commercial. COVID-19 antibody testing will also be available for all donors. Plus, all donors will receive a fleece […]

State Representative Justin Holland joins Texans for Responsible Government in filing amicus brief against Biden’s Vaccine Mandate

State Representative Justin Holland joins Texans for Responsible Government in filing amicus brief against Biden’s Vaccine Mandate

HEATH, TEXAS — Today, State Representative Justin Holland joined Texans for Responsible Government (TRG) in an amicus brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Court objecting to the Biden Administration’s overreaching and unprecedented vaccine mandate. The mandate that would affect 84 million workers was developed and is being enforced by the […]

Calling all chocolate lovers: Women in Need announces date for Chocolate Indulgence 2022

Calling all chocolate lovers: Women in Need announces date for Chocolate Indulgence 2022

ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 2, 2021) Mark your calendars and join Women in Need (WIN) for their annual Chocolate Indulgence event, set for Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, guests will enjoy a memorable  evening of decadent chocolate, fine dining, dancing, and a silent and live auction for a good cause. Stay […]

Rockwall Professional Firefighters Association, community raise $10,000 for local mom battling rare form of breast cancer

Rockwall Professional Firefighters Association, community raise $10,000 for local mom battling rare form of breast cancer

ROCKWALL, TX – December 1, 2021 — The Rockwall Professional Firefighters Association held a t-shirt fundraiser campaign throughout the month of October, in support of local mom Jennifer Cordtz who is battling Stage 4 Inflammatory Breast Cancer. This morning, community members and city officials joined the Cordtz family at Rockwall Fire Station No. 2 to […]