Vicki Wallace announces candidacy for Heath City Council, Place 3

Vicki Wallace announces candidacy for Heath City Council, Place 3

  Heath, TX (March 11, 2024) –  Longtime Heath resident, community servant and business leader Vicki Wallace has announced her candidacy for Heath City Council, Place 3.   “For the people who live here, our day-to-day quality of life and long-term investment in Heath has been greatly altered by significant growth in a rather short period […]

Rockwall Youth Fair Livestock Show, Ag Mechanics Show and Market Sale returns March 20-23

Rockwall Youth Fair Livestock Show, Ag Mechanics Show and Market Sale returns March 20-23

  Rockwall, TX (March 11, 2024) – Rockwall’s oldest organization will bring its one-of-a-kind Livestock Show, Agriculture Mechanics Show and Market Sale back to the grounds of the Rockwall County Courthouse for the 71st year on March 20-23. The Youth Fair of Rockwall County showcases the hard work and dedication of area youth in the […]

Rockwall County Historical Foundation welcomes new members to Board of Trustees

Rockwall County Historical Foundation welcomes new members to Board of Trustees

RCHF 2024 Board of Trustees, back row: Mark Russo, Linda de Bree, Sharon Tuley, Tim Carlson, Evan Tate. Front row: Katie Conrad (Executive Director of the Museum), Jessica Burgess, Greta Miller, Patty Griffin, Jonny Myers, Mitchell Brown. Not pictured: Sharon Henson and Dalton Tassett. ROCKWALL, TX (March 10, 2024) The Rockwall County Historical Foundation recently […]

John Hamilton announces run for Fate City Council, Place 5

John Hamilton announces run for Fate City Council, Place 5

FATE, TX (March 10, 2024) John Hamilton is a candidate for Fate City Council Place 5. He is seeking to be elected to one of the open seats on May 4, 2024. His campaign is based upon a vision of the future where Fate thrives through innovative solutions, community collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership. Who is […]

Over $20K raised for JER Chilton YMCA’s Day of Giving

Over $20K raised for JER Chilton YMCA’s Day of Giving

Rockwall, TX (March 8, 2024) – The carnival rolled into our JER Chilton YMCA community on Tuesday, March 5 with games, treats and tons of fun to kick off YMCA Day of Giving.  Young and old alike came to participate in the activities with a Swim-a-thon, “axe-throwing”, popcorn, hot dogs and much more! But nothing […]

Garcia of Rockwall named to Fall 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists in University of Arkansas Fulbright College

Garcia of Rockwall named to Fall 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists in University of Arkansas Fulbright College

  Rockwall, TX (March 8, 2024) – Lorna Garcia of Rockwall was named to the Fall 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas. Garcia joins more than 2,500 additional Fulbright College students on the Fall 2023 Dean’s and Chancellor’s Lists. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must achieve at […]

Rockwall Chamber recognizes Milestone Partner businesses

Rockwall Chamber recognizes Milestone Partner businesses

ROCKWALL, TX (March 8, 2024) If you missed our story spotlighting all the award-winning local businesses honored at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce’s recent Leaders & Legends annual awards banquet presented by Frost Bank, be sure to check out our recap and photos here. The  sequins and sneakers-themed event held at AmeriSports also spotlighted […]

Weinermobile rolls through Rockwall today and Friday, March 7-8

Weinermobile rolls through Rockwall today and Friday, March 7-8

ROCKWALL, TX (March 7, 2024) Here’s BREAKING NEWS you’re sure to RELISH! FRANK-ly, we couldn’t be more fired up! The Oscar Mayer Weinermobile will be in Rockwall TODAY, along with Ketchup Karsen and co-pilot Grill ‘Em Up Emily! The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is one of only six in the world. They drive this decades old […]

Rockwall FFA seeks wildfire relief supplies for Stock the Trailer event

Rockwall FFA seeks wildfire relief supplies for Stock the Trailer event

ROCKWALL, TX (March 6, 2024) Rockwall FFA Chapter will host a Stock the Trailer event to collect much-needed supplies for those affected by the Panhandle wildfires. Among the items needed are blankets, toiletries, bottled water, first aid kits, flashlights, water tanks, and Visa gift cards for fuel. The trailer will be parked outside the Rockwall […]