Rockwall Resident Thanks Firefighters for Heroic Cat Rescue

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 9, 2019) A Rockwall family is praising the Rockwall Fire Department for their heroic efforts in saving their pet cat, Ben. “They didn’t have to help, but they did – and that’s why I think they’re so awesome,” wrote Liz Masi, a resident of Lakeview Summit. “I would like to give […]

Rockwall Resident Sentenced to Life in Prison In Father’s Murder

Rockwall Resident Sentenced to Life in Prison In Father’s Murder

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 12, 2019) On July 11, a Rockwall County jury took less than an hour to convict Rockwall resident, Aurora Reyes, 62, for the first-degree felony offense of Injury to an Elderly Person Causing Serious Bodily Injury.  The same jury, after hearing additional punishment evidence, sentenced Reyes to life imprisonment in the […]

House passes Rep. Ratcliffe bill to punish possession of deadly substances

House passes Rep. Ratcliffe bill to punish possession of deadly substances

(WASHINGTON – July 11, 2019) Rep. John Ratcliffe’s (R-Texas) bipartisan legislation passed the U.S. House of Representatives today to criminalize the possession of certain deadly substances. The Effective Prosecution of Possession of Biological Toxins and Agents Act of 2019 closes a loophole in federal law that has allowed dangerous toxins and agents to be knowingly […]

Free Moon Viewing Event this Saturday at Rockwall County Library

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 13, 2019) Rockwall’s favorite NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, Max Corneau, will host a Lunar viewing from 9 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13 at the Rockwall County Library, located at 1215 E. Yellowjacket Lane.  The talented Kevin Cobble, owner/operator of Z-Field Observatory, will guide the moon explorations. All ages are welcome to […]

The Town and Country Church Mice

The Town and Country Church Mice

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 9, 2019) The beautiful church on a wooded hillside is only two country miles down the road. We’ve quickly warmed to the friendly congregation and their down-to-earth pastor who’s over sixty, like us. My husband and I appreciate the traditional worship service, although we’re less fond of the song selections, which […]

Meet Taya, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Taya, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 8, 2019) I’m Taya and I’m a professional snuggler!  I snuggle big hoomans and little hoomans. I love to snuggle my furry siblings and then run zoomies around the house. I don’t potty in my kennel or in the house and my foster mom said that I am a very sweet and […]

Commissioners Discuss Judge Selection Process for County Court at Law No. 2

Commissioners Discuss Judge Selection Process for County Court at Law No. 2

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 3, 2019) During its regular meeting last week, the Rockwall County Commissioners Court discussed the process of selecting an individual for the office of judge in the new County Court at Law No. 2. Following the 86th Texas Legislative Session, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 891 effectively creating a […]

Young Adults Town Hall Set for July 20 in Rockwall

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 3, 2019) Should college tuition be free? Is health care too expensive for young people? How can community leaders be more effective communicating with young adults? A Town Hall event designed specifically for young adults is planned from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 20 at Keller Williams Conference Center, 2701 […]