Rockwall ISD receives highest accountability rating in latest STAAR results

(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 29, 2016) Rockwall Independent School District is pleased to announce that every campus in the district has met the highest accountability rating of “met standard.” Rockwall ISD scored higher on the End of Course (EOC) test than the statewide average in all subjects, which include: Algebra, Biology, English I, English II and […]

Meet Tayt, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Tayt, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 29, 2016) Tayt is such a character! He will win you over with his antics and sweet personality. He loves to play with the other dogs in his foster home, and loves to “talk” to new canine friends when he meets them. He loves to rough house with the 9-year-old boy in his foster […]

City of Heath 2016-17 Fiscal Budget Process Underway

Proposed Budget includes Reduction in Tax Rate (HEATH, TX – Aug. 29, 2016) The City of Heath Council and staff have been working hard to prepare a budget for the Fiscal Year 2016-2017. Budget discussions have been held in open City Council meetings, which residents are encouraged to attend. You can offer your input on the […]

Local candidates debate issues at forum

(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 29, 2016) Local candidates for state and county offices were invited to respond to questions from the audience of about 60 people at a forum hosted by the Rockwall Democratic Party on Saturday, August 26, moderated by Michael Handley, host of Eyes Wide Open, an internet political talk radio program. Justice […]

First Baptist Rockwall Adult ESL Classes begin Sept. 6

First Baptist Rockwall Adult ESL Classes begin Sept. 6

(ROCKWALL, TX — Aug. 26, 2016) As children begin to return to school, so do their parents!  First Baptist Rockwall offers Adult ESL Classes for parents who need additional support learning English and our culture.  English As A Second Language (ESL) will be offered to adults in the Lake Ray Hubbard area. Adults from all […]

Duck sales underway for Rubber Duck Regatta

Duck sales underway for Rubber Duck Regatta

Take the plunge! Buy your Baby Ducks ($5 each) or your Corporate Mama Duck HERE ($100) (ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 26, 2016) Get ready to shake your tail feathers, because the Rockwall Rubber Duck Regatta will return to the Harbor Saturday, Sept. 24 to make a splash for its 5th anniversary. The Regatta serves as a fundraiser […]

Local flood relief effort for Louisiana

(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 26, 2016) Crosspoint Community Church in Rockwall has partnered with several area churches to take vital clean-up supplies (no clothing) to help victims of the recent flooding. Donations can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday (Aug. 27-28) at the 53-foot EPES trailer in the Lake Pointe […]

Rockwall Community Playhouse presents ‘A Grand Night for Singing’

Rockwall Community Playhouse presents ‘A Grand Night for Singing’

(ROCKWALL, TX — Aug. 26, 2016) Rockwall Community Playhouse presents A Grand Night for Singing, a musical composed of beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein hits. Performances: September 16-18, 23-25, and October 1-2. Tickets are available on-line at rockwallcommunityplayhouse.com, by calling 972-722-3399 or at the box office 30 minutes before showtime. Friday and Saturday shows start at […]

Rockwall County Commissioners Court agrees to fund trail

(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 25, 2016) Rockwall will soon have a new fitness trail – centrally located in a well-trafficked area and operated by the county. Proposed by Commissioner Lee Gilbert, plans show the 400-meter tract located on eight acres between the new county courthouse and Interstate 30 on county-owned property. Calling it “a valuable […]