WASHINGTON, DC (Dec. 1, 2015) The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Strengthening State and Local Cyber Crime Fighting Act of 2015 (H.R. 3490) yesterday to provide state and local law enforcement with the tools they need to fight back against cyber-crime and protect our communities. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Ratcliffe (R-Texas), now heads to […]
(ROCKWALL/ROYSE CITY/ROWLETT – Dec. 1, 2015) Rest Haven is again providing a special way for families to honor the memory of their loved ones this holiday season. Beginning Monday, December 1, Angel Wing Remembrance Trees will be placed at each of the three Rest Haven Funeral Homes in Rockwall, Rowlett and Royse City. The community […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 1, 2015) You can easily get to know Cooper in just a few words: Affectionate. Friendly. Intelligent. Charming. Loyal. Once you’ve met Cooper, you’ll be able to describe your feelings in one word: Love. While Cooper is a great companion to humans, he is selective about who he chooses as his K-9 […]
Liechty Campaign Enjoys Surge In Key Endorsements From Across The District (HEATH, TX – Nov. 29, 2015) Republican Lorne Liechty, a longtime conservative leader and the current Mayor of Heath, has officially filed as a candidate for State Representative to represent the citizens of Texas State House District 33, which includes Rockwall County and parts […]
(HEATH, TX – Nov. 29, 2015) The Christmas season is always a special time, and through the years our City’s Holiday in the Park has become a community gathering that signals the official kick-off to Christmas in Heath. As always, Holiday in the Park is on the first Friday of December, and I invite each […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 29, 2015) The Rockwall Yellowjackets have advanced to the 4th round for the first time since 1987 after a stunning come from behind victory with 9 minutes left in the 4th quarter to shock Spring 43-26. The Jackets were down 12 points with just under 10 minutes to play when Will Reed, […]
Open House event Dec 1 at The Flower Box (ROCKWALL,TX– Nov. 11, 2015) The Flower Box, located at 2760 State Highway 66 in Rockwall, will host a unique and charitable Open House event from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 1. By donating dollars for votes, community members can help decide which local celebrity guest […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Nov 23, 2015) Although his journey on NBC’s The Voice has ended, Rockwall native Blaine Mitchell has a bright and promising future ahead as a talented artist/singer-songwriter. The City of Rockwall is excited to announce that Blaine will be performing live during the Tree Lighting Ceremony, which is set for 6 to […]
(ROCKWALL / HEATH – October 25, 2015) For the tenth year, members of First Christian Church Rockwall will present an outdoor re-enactment of the birth of Jesus, complete with live sheep, goats and llamas available for petting after each performance.A costumed cast of all ages will perform every 20 – 30 minutes between 6 and […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 22, 2015) Lakeside Civic Chorus presents its 2nd annual Messiah Sing-A-Long at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 3003 Horizon Road, where the audience will serve as the chorus in the performance of Handel’s masterpiece, “Messiah.” Featuring Eldred Marshal as accompanist. The Blue Ribbon News print edition is delivered […]