(ROCKWALL, TX — May 8, 2019) The VEXIQ elementary female Robotics team, VEXperts, won the Think Award at the VEX World Championship in Louisville, KY last week. The Think Award is presented to a team that has developed and effectively used quality programs as part of their strategy to solve the game challenge. Key criteria […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — May 8, 2019) During the regular meeting of the Commissioners Court on Tuesday, May 7, the East Fork-Trinity Chapter of the National Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) awarded Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney Kenda Culpepper their Law Enforcement Commendation Medal. The medal recognizes the exceptional service or accomplishment of an individual […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 8, 2019) Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy DECA students recently competed at the DECA International Competition in Florida. Nathan Hunter (RHS), Trinity Olmstead (RHHS) and Levi Seals (RHHS) competed among 13,000 other students. Nathan Hunter was awarded on the International Stage as Winner for Best Role-Play in Business & Administration Management […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 8, 2019) Rockwall ISD recently hosted the Battle of the Books competition where Stevenson Elementary students were the champions in the third and fourth grade category, and Hartman Elementary were the champions in the fifth and sixth grade category. Battle of the Books is a reading incentive program designed to encourage 3-6 grade students […]
Shannon ES and Rockwall HS teachers take top honors (ROCKWALL, TX – May 7 , 2019) Rockwall ISD is proud to announce the 2019 Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year: Sarah Weaks, third grade teacher at Shannon Elementary and Kyle Gilpin, Algebra teacher at Rockwall High School. “Sarah has always demonstrated dedication to professional growth, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 6, 2019) Introducing…the Lady Petra. This sweet and shy lap girl is about 4 years old and weighs 12 pounds. She’ll need a bit of time to figure out if you are friend or foe, but once she decides you’re a friend, her loyalty is boundless. The little dance of joy […]
(ROWLETT, TX — May 6, 2019) The Hometown Heroes Awards Banquet hosted by the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce Friday, May 3, 2019 was a huge success. Nearly 200 people came together to celebrate the extraordinary in Rowlett. Guests included representation from local, state and federal government, school district leadership and medical professionals and many others! […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 3, 2019) Dodie’s at The Harbor will treat Mom to a breathtaking waterfront view and live music this Mother’s Day. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 12. Toast to Mom with $3 Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Tequila Sunrises until 2 p.m. The Harbor’s landmark lighthouse, walking […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – May 6, 2019) Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has been authorized to complete roadway repairs in Rockwall. This project will include various patching and repairs of concrete on State Highway 66, from SH 205 (Goliad), to the Dallas County Line. Also part of the work will be repairs of FM 740 (Ridge Rd.), […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — May 6, 2019) For the past 20 years, the Rainbow Room of Rockwall County has made its mark as a true ray of hope for local children and adults who have suffered abuse and neglect. Formed in 1999 by the Child Welfare Board in Rockwall, the Rainbow Room provides essential items to […]