ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 16, 2024) As a long-time lover of reading, Kristy Weaver has always dreamed of writing and publishing her own books. With the recent release of her first children’s book, ‘What Did You Call Me?’, the Woodcreek/Fate wife and mother of two teens is not only realizing her dream, but is looking forward […]
Projections indicate that Garland ISD will receive a B rating, with the number of A-rated high schools expected to triple, as three high school campuses are on track to earn A ratings. Garland, TX (August 15, 2024) – Garland Independent School District is dedicated to providing an unparalleled education experience for every student. In the […]
Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2024) – Each month, the mobile food pantry of the North Texas Food Bank and Catholic Charities Dallas arrives in Rockwall with fresh fruit, vegetables, and other food items. Providing an abundance of food and good protein sources for those in need, July’s event served 134 families. The local youth group […]
Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2024) – Each year, JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall hosts a catered breakfast exclusively for area educators as they prepare for a new school year. The Teachers Prayer Breakfast is a time of celebration to honor those who devote their time and careers to the future. This year’s Teachers Prayer Breakfast […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 14, 2024) NOTE: The following is a submitted press release from Rockwall ISD following the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Special Session Meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com. Safety and Security […]
Rockwall, TX (August 14, 2024) – For over three decades, the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center has brought together businesses of all sizes to welcome the new teachers and employees of Rockwall ISD to our community. This year’s RISD New Teacher & Employee Expo included two sessions (elementary and secondary) on July […]
Fate, TX (August 14, 2024) — The Fate City Council has called a November 5th, 2024, election to ask voters to consider a $20 million bond proposition for a Public Safety project. Project details: • New Police Building: A facility near City Hall will be constructed to serve as the central hub for our police […]
Rockwall, TX (August 14, 2024) – My husband and I have competing interests when it comes to long-distance drives. In his destination-driven perspective, the goal is to arrive as soon as possible. My own travel preference is to slow down and explore—stop and smell the roses, or the barbecue. When it comes to life in […]
Book-in photo of Corey Wayne Griffin ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 12, 2024) On Monday, August 12, 2024, a Rockwall County jury took less than 30 minutes to convict Corey Wayne Griffin, 38, for killing his wife in her Royse City home in February of 2023. After additional testimony, that same jury later sentenced Griffin to life […]
Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2024) – In 2013, Ron Dick volunteered at First United Methodist Church Rockwall’s annual back-to-school event, Shoes for Kids, and walked away from that experience moved by the smiles on the faces of the children. “Seeing those smiles made all the difference” says Ron. “My wife, Linda, and I were so […]