Texas Voter Registration Week: Where to register to vote in Rockwall County

Texas Voter Registration Week: Where to register to vote in Rockwall County

ROCKWALL, TX – August 31, 2020 — Texas Voter Registration Week has arrived! Voter registrars will be in the community this week making it easy to get all citizens ready to vote in November. It doesn’t matter what party you belong to; if you want your voice heard get registered now! The Rockwall County Elections […]

Candidly Curtis visits Rayson’s Creations Kaptured Memories

Candidly Curtis visits Rayson’s Creations Kaptured Memories

ROCKWALL, TX – August 31, 2020 — Molli and Chris hit the road to visit their dear friend Misty Rayson, owner of Rayson’s Creations Kaptured Memories interactive photobooth! (Video goes live at 3 p.m. today, Aug. 31) More where that came from: Candidly Curtis: Headphone Challenge Part II, Burger Edition Candidly Curtis: Chris and Molli […]

Lawn concerts a win-win for community and artists during COVID-19 pandemic

Lawn concerts a win-win for community and artists during COVID-19 pandemic

ROCKWALL, TX – August 31, 2020 — Nothing brings people together quite like a live music experience. But with the COVID-19 pandemic limiting large gatherings, many are missing that experience to socialize, bond and meet others while enjoying good music. That’s why Rockwall resident Amber Crimmings decided to bring artist and community together by hosting […]

Rockwall’s 5th Annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride set for Sept. 20

Rockwall’s 5th Annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride set for Sept. 20

(ROCKWALL, TX – August 29, 2020) America’s Guardians Motorcycle Club will host the 5th Annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride benefiting the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County on Sunday, Sept. 20 at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellow Jacket Lane. Enjoy music, food, vendors, and a silent auction, all benefiting abused children […]

Rockwall YMCA brings fun to at-home learners with new fitness programs at the Y

Rockwall YMCA brings fun to at-home learners with new fitness programs at the Y

ROCKWALL, TX – August 28, 2020 — The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many parents to choose remote learning for their kids in order to keep them safe. But while remote learning is less risky, it also means that kids might miss out on the benefits of physical activities they would normally get while at school […]

Changes proposed to Texas Exotic Aquatic Species regulations

Changes proposed to Texas Exotic Aquatic Species regulations

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is proposing changes to regulations regarding harmful or potentially harmful fish, shellfish and aquatic plants. The proposed changes significantly reorganize the existing rules to enhance accessibility, meet the changing needs of the regulated community, and address current and potential future threats posed by these exotic species. The […]

Rockwall High School student receives Gold Presidential Service Award for volunteering

Rockwall High School student receives Gold Presidential Service Award for volunteering

ROCKWALL, TX – August 28, 2020 — Austin Taylor, a junior at Rockwall High, was awarded the Gold Presidential Service Award for the second time for his volunteering efforts in and around Rockwall.  The President’s Volunteer Service Award is a volunteer award program that encourages citizens to live a life of service. To earn the […]

Volunteers requested for Fair Park Volunteer Day Sept. 12

Volunteers requested for Fair Park Volunteer Day Sept. 12

DALLAS – Fair Park First and Spectra, the public-private partnership charged with managing Fair Park, is hosting Fair Park Volunteer Day on Saturday, September 12 from 8 a.m. until noon at Fair Park. People interested in participating in this family-friendly volunteer opportunity can sign up online at www.fairpark.org/volunteer. A lot goes into maintaining and enhancing […]