Public meetings set for proposed improvements to SH 205 from Hwy 80 to SH 78

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 17, 2016) The Texas Department of Transportation will conduct two public meetings to discuss the proposed improvements to SH205 from US80 to SH78 in Kaufman, Rockwall, and Collin Counties and receive public comment. The first meeting will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 7, 2016 at Herman E. Utley Middle […]

Red Day: Children’s Advocacy Center, Women in Need get hand from Keller Williams

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – June 10, 2016) Over 50 Keller Williams Realty associates recently converged on the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County to mow, paint, and give back to their community.  Their efforts benefited both the CAC and Women in Need, two local non-profit agencies committed to providing services for victims of child abuse […]

Living History exhibit connects Rockwall County’s past to present

Living History exhibit connects Rockwall County’s past to present

(ROCKWALL, TX — May 24, 2016) History sprung to life this weekend at Harry Myers Park. Visitors of all ages got to see, touch, and even taste pioneer life at the Living History exhibit this Founder’s Day, presented by the Rockwall County Historical Foundation. Historical Foundation Board Member Leigh Plagens said The Living History exhibit […]

Older Americans Day celebration Thursday to honor Rockwall County seniors

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – May 23, 2016) The community is welcome as Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County hosts the Older Americans Day Celebration at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 26 at the Rockwall County Library, 1215 Yellow Jacket Lane. This year’s theme is “Blaze a Trail!” In preparation for this event each May, Rockwall County […]

Friends of Rockwall County Library Officers Installed for 2016-17

(ROCKWALL, TX – May 18, 2016) At the Friends of the Library luncheon meeting Tuesday, May 10, the following officers were sworn in by County Judge David Sweet: President Karen Parks; Past President Gloria Bishop; First Vice Presidents – Programs:  Evelyn Harrill, Pat Booth; Second VPs – Fundraising:  Darlene Bealmear, Edie Zehr; Third VPs – […]

Rockwall mayors, residents observe National Day of Prayer 2016

Rockwall mayors, residents observe National Day of Prayer 2016

(ROCKWALL, TX) Mayors from municipalities throughout Rockwall County joined community residents in observing National Day of Prayer 2016 on Thursday, May 5, with a couple of prayer events held at The Center (108 E. Washington St). The mayors of Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City, McLendon-Chisholm and Rowlett joined the community in welcoming guest speaker David […]

Zanata recognized by Meals on Wheels for five years of holiday meal preparation

(ROCKWALL, TX – May 3, 2016) Representatives from Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County presented Zanata with a plaque yesterday to show appreciation for the restaurant preparing holiday meals for the elderly and homebound in our community for the past five years! Pictured from left are MOWSS Board of Director members Judge David […]

Heath Mayor Lorne Liechty endorses Mark Kipphut for McLendon-Chishom City Council Place 2

Heath Mayor Lorne Liechty endorses Mark Kipphut for McLendon-Chishom City Council Place 2

(ROCKWALL, TX — April 29, 2016) Mark Kipphut announced on Monday, April 25, that Lorne Liechty proudly endorses him due to his extensive leadership experience, strong commitment to ethics and his commitment to the Constitution. Kipphut is running for McLendon-Chishom City Council Place 2. “As a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, Mark possesses the smarts, […]

Meals on Wheels plans Older Americans Day celebration honoring Rockwall County seniors

Nominate a local senior to be honored (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – April 28, 2016) The community is welcome as Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County hosts the Older Americans Day Celebration at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 26 at the Rockwall County Library, 1215 Yellow Jacket Lane. This year’s theme is “Blaze a Trail!” In preparation […]