Frank Locke shares insight into Rockwall’s earliest settlers through Republic-era land records Rockwall Pioneers By Frank LockeMember, Rockwall County Historical Foundation and Rockwall County Historical Commission At the Rockwall County Historical Foundation’s Sheri Stodghill Lecture Series on October 10, the evening’s topic was The Settlement of Rockwall County by Original Land Patents. Speaker Frank Locke—member […]
Grace Clinic awarded ~$10,000 donation ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 31, 2025) – 100 Business Leaders of Rockwall County, aka Lakeside Leaders, welcomed a large crowd to Culpepper Cattle Co. yesterday evening, where they gathered on the patio to shine the spotlight on local nonprofits and award a generous donation to one of those deserving organizations. Lakeside Leaders […]
Submitted press release by Rockwall ISD Communications ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 30, 2025) Rockwall County voters will see a Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE), or Proposition A, on the Tuesday, November 4, ballot. The VATRE will determine whether Rockwall Independent School District can access more than $16.5 million in new annual local funding, every year to […]
Rockwall, TX (October 27,2025) — Meals on Wheels Senior Services (MOWSS) regrets to inform the community that recent reductions in federal funding have significantly impacted the organization’s ability to provide vital services to local seniors and individuals with disabilities. The ongoing government shutdown further jeopardizes Meals on Wheels programs through decreased federal funding, which may […]
FUMC Heath was recognized by Rockwall County Judge Frank New and the County Commissioners for its 135-year history ministering to the community. Heath, TX (October 27, 2025) – Retired Elder Rev. Scott Holcomb-McLain returned to the pulpit of First UMC Heath on October 19, looked around at the clergy present and said it felt like […]
Heath, TX (October 24, 2025) – Celebrating and dining out in Heath just got safer with the help of the Safe Ride program! The Heath Police and Fire Association (HPFA), in partnership with Lyft, seeks to ensure Rockwall County roads remain safe by providing free rides home to those who may have had too much […]
The City of Heath’s newly selected Assistant City Manager Chelsey Gordon comes from the Town of Highland Park, TX, where most currently she served as Director of Policy Development and Strategic Initiatives. Heath, TX (October 27, 2025) – The City of Heath is pleased to welcome Chelsey Gordon as Assistant City Manager. She brings over 12 years […]
Gumbo gurus to compete for cash prizes & bragging rights Flavor fighters, register to enter here. ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 23, 2025) – Get ready to stir the pot, North Texas! Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor (2067 Summer Lee Drive in Rockwall) is spicing things up with its First Ever Gumbo Cook-Off, set for 2–6 p.m. Sunday, November 9, […]
Submitted press release by Rockwall ISD Communications ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 23, 2025) Rockwall Independent School District continues to put students first by investing in their safety, security, and educational support—despite the State not fully funding mandates in these critical areas. Each year, Rockwall ISD allocates millions of dollars from its General Fund to meet safety […]
Texan by Nature recognizes organizations statewide for helping protect natural resources ARLINGTON, TEXAS, Oct. 22, 2025 – Texas Health Resources is proud to be recognized as a Texan by Nature 20 (TxN 20) industry leader in sustainability and conservation for the seventh consecutive time. It is the only health system included in the 2025 class […]
