Rockwall County Goes Blue

Rockwall County Goes Blue

(ROCKWALL, TX — April 1, 2019) The Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County is leading the charge this April as our entire community “goes blue” to raise awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month. Here’s how you can support the cause: Tie a blue ribbon around your mailbox, tree, or car antenna Visit local businesses offering […]

Rockwall-Heath Robotics Wins Amarillo Regional

Rockwall-Heath Robotics Wins Amarillo Regional

(ROCKWALL, TX — March 28, 2019) The Black Hawk Robotics, FRC team 3310, competed at the FIRST Amarillo District where they won their eighth straight regular season event. The team was also honored with the Autonomous Award and lead coach Leslie Reese was recognized as Woodie Flowers Award nominee for her outstanding contribution as a […]

Clinging to Faith: A Close-Up View of Suffering

Clinging to Faith: A Close-Up View of Suffering

(ROCKWALL, TX — March 28, 2019) She sounded worried on the phone, and no wonder, her husband faced a federal indictment in connection to a former employer’s wrongdoings. The trouble was only beginning for my friend Luann and her family. Ominous clouds closed in on their once bright lives—rich in Christian fellowship, community service, and […]

Cain Band Makes History with First Double Sweepstakes in Nearly a Decade

Cain Band Makes History with First Double Sweepstakes in Nearly a Decade

(ROCKWALL, TX — March 28, 2019) The Cain Middle School band program has a lot to be proud of courtesy of two Sweepstakes awards this week at Region 25 UIL Concert and Sight Reading Evaluation. On Tuesday, March 26, the Cain Middle School Symphonic Band traveled to Wylie East High School to perform in class […]

Rockwall Citizen Recognized with Life Saving Award and Medal of Valor

Rockwall Citizen Recognized with Life Saving Award and Medal of Valor

(ROCKWALL, TX — March 28, 2019) During their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 26, the Rockwall County Commissioners Court and Sheriff Harold Eavenson recognized local resident Larry Wade with a Life Saving Award and Sheriff’s Medal of Valor. In the early morning hours of July 28, 2018, Wade was traveling along State Highway 66 in […]

The Tortoise and The Hare: A Beer Geeks Fable

The Tortoise and The Hare: A Beer Geeks Fable

(ROCKWALL, TX) What is a lager? What is an ale? Is there a difference? A common misconception is that lagers and ales are beer styles, when they are actually different classifications of beer. Much the same way you could classify animals as mammals and reptiles. The difference between lagers and ales is what type of […]

Youth Career Exploration Event Open To Rockwall Students

(ROCKWALL, TX – March 27, 2019) Rockwall, Collin, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman and Navarro County ISD students in grades 8 through 12, as well as young adults up to age 24, are encouraged to attend this free Youth Career Exploration Event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at the Plano Event Center. There […]

State of Texas Declares STEM Gals Day

State of Texas Declares STEM Gals Day

(ROCKWALL, TX — March 26, 2019) Team 1296, Full Metal Jackets, of Rockwall High School attended the STEM Advocacy Conference of Texas (SACOT) and were also recognized for their work for STEM Gals by state representatives. The SACOT event, held on Feb. 18, was attended by EVP of Public Relations Hannah Cowgill, VP of Robotic […]

Better Together: Uniting Students and Community in a Common Purpose

Better Together: Uniting Students and Community in a Common Purpose

(ROCKWALL, TX — March 26, 2019) Throughout the school year, Rockwall ISD Student Services and student leaders have teamed together to champion a mindset that’s changing the community for the better. That mindset, known as Better Together, encompasses five basic beliefs: A more civil community is a safer and more productive community. Every person has […]

American Legion Celebrates 100 Years

American Legion Celebrates 100 Years

(ROCKWALL, TX — March 26, 2019) The oldest nonprofit in Rockwall County – the American Legion Terry Fisher Post 117 – celebrated its 100th birthday and recognized its 21 Texas Boys State/Girls State delegates on Sunday, March 24. Congrats to the following Rockwall High School, Rockwall-Heath High School and Heritage Christian Academy students who will represent […]