Local resident donates 10,000 face masks to Rockwall County

Local resident donates 10,000 face masks to Rockwall County

(ROCKWALL, TX — May 18, 2020) Local resident Alfredo Balvanera recently provided 10,000 surgical face masks to Rockwall County. Balvanera, a Mexico native of a Spanish family from Zaragoza, Spain who currently resides in Rockwall, and his co-partner Sabino Gutierrez run a clothing manufacturer in Mexico called Star Shirts, which produces polo shirts. When the […]

Meet Purdy, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Purdy, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – May 17, 2020) If you’re looking to fall in love, then you need this Purdy girl!  She’s the sweetest little love nugget!  She’s full of energy and loves to play.  But turn your back and she’s sticking to your side like glue!  She loves to sleep with her hooman.  But don’t sit down […]

Eighth COVID-19-related fatality at Broadmoor’s Medical Lodge in Rockwall

Eighth COVID-19-related fatality at Broadmoor’s Medical Lodge in Rockwall

From Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management (ROCKWALL, TX – May 17, 2020) We regret to inform you that another fatality has occurred at Broadmoor.  To date, there are 60 COVID-19 cases in Broadmoor, 39 residents (15 recovered), 21 staff (17 recovered), and 8 fatalities. Broadmoor administration is conducting another round of testing today and […]

TxDOT announces several lane closures on Eastbound I-30 in Rockwall this week

TxDOT announces several lane closures on Eastbound I-30 in Rockwall this week

(ROCKWALL, TX – May 17, 2020) The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has informed the City of Rockwall that they will have contractors working on several lanes of I-30 next week, causing various lane closures. Starting late on Sunday, May 17, workers will repair concrete on eastbound I-30 from FM 740 (Ridge Road) to SH 205. […]

Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management COVID-19 Update: 151 total cases, six deaths

Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management COVID-19 Update: 151 total cases, six deaths

From the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management:  (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – May 16, 2020) Rockwall County has received 10 additional COVID-19 cases, nine in the Broadmoor facility and one in Rockwall ~ one person in their 40’s, one in their 60’s, two in their 70’s, four in their 80’s and two in their 90’s. […]

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 – May 16, 2020) America’s Guardians Motorcycle Club will host the 4th 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 of […]

Rockwall resident Trace Johannesen announces run for Texas’ 4th Congressional District

Rockwall resident Trace Johannesen announces run for Texas’ 4th Congressional District

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – May 15, 2020) Rockwall County resident Trace Johannesen filed to run for the 4th congressional district of Texas. He is the first District 4 resident to file for the seat. Trace and his wife, Amy, have five children and live in north Rockwall. In response to the terrorist attacks of September […]

Rockwall Women’s League gives $108,500 in grants to these local nonprofits

Rockwall Women’s League gives $108,500 in grants to these local nonprofits

(ROCKWALL, TX – May 15, 2020) Rockwall Women’s League recently announced its 2020 grant recipients. RWL grants totalled $108,500! Boys and Girls Club Children’s Advocacy Center Empower 7 Girl Scouts Helping Hands – Children’s Medical Fund Helping Hands – Assistance and Recovery Hope Dawning Kiwanis Rockwall County Lone Star CASA Meals On Wheels Oak Hill […]