UPDATE (Jan. 21, 2026) Due to threat of inclement weather this weekend, barre3’s grand opening celebration has been rescheduled to Jan. 30 through Feb. 1. This story has been updated accordingly since originally being published on Jan. 13. One woman’s path from survival to studio owner, shaped by love, faith, and the power of community. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 19, 2026) I am proud to announce my candidacy for re-election as City Council Member, Place 6, for the City of Rockwall. Rockwall has been my home for 36 years, and for 26 of those years, I have served as an educator in Rockwall ISD. Serving our city, both in the classroom […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 15, 2026) Leadership Rockwall 2026, a program of the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, recently unveiled its class project: the Agri-Innovation Barn, supporting Rockwall FFA and Rockwall County 4-H programs. This initiative will modernize the Rockwall ISD Ag Barn, creating an enhanced space for hands-on learning in animal science, horticulture, welding, and more. […]
HEATH, TX (Jan. 15, 2026) Scott Dodson has announced his bid for re-election to Heath City Council – Place 5. “Over the past year and a half since I was elected to City Council, we have faced some incredible challenges and together have risen to the occasion to provide immediate relief and long-term solutions for […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) Rockwall High School has been named to the 2025 AP School Honor Roll at the Silver level of distinction, marking the third consecutive year the campus has earned this prestigious recognition. The AP School Honor Roll, presented by the College Board, recognizes schools that are committed to expanding access to […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) Rockwall-Heath High School has been named to the 2025 AP School Honor Roll, earning the Bronze level of distinction for its commitment to expanding college readiness and academic excellence for students. The AP School Honor Roll, created by the College Board, recognizes schools that have successfully established a strong Advanced […]
ROYSE CITY, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) — Throughout January, Ouida Baley Middle School is proud to partner with Main Street Emporium to host a public exhibition featuring original works by our talented student artists. An ‘Opening Night’ reception is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14th, from 6-7:30 PM, allowing the featured artists to share their work […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) My journey to homemade banana pudding started in an unexpected place. Well, it started with bananas obviously, and the recycling program from The City of Rockwall. In our house, we’re slowly adjusting to the City’s new recycling program. While I genuinely appreciate the effort (yay, Earth), the transition has required […]
Nominations open now through March 1 | Community event scheduled for April 4, 2026 ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) — Operation Forward, a newly launched community initiative based in Rockwall, TX, is now accepting nominations for a deserving veteran in need. Designed as an annual legacy program, Operation Forward is built to create lasting impact […]
Rockwall, TX (January 12, 2026) – Leadership Rockwall , a program of the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce their community project – renovation of the RISD Ag Barn! To showcase their plans for the needed renovation, Leadership Rockwall will host a Barn Day event on Saturday, February 7 from 1:00 to […]