Local cities celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Local cities celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Sept. 22, 2021) The cities of Rockwall, Heath, Fate, and Royse City joined cities across the nation in celebrating their rich diversity during Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 – Oct. 15. Above, President of Rockwall LULAC, Alma Ramirez, accepts the Proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15) from City of […]

Former Rockwall Mayor Jim Pruitt announces run for Rockwall County Commissioner, Precinct 2

Former Rockwall Mayor Jim Pruitt announces run for Rockwall County Commissioner, Precinct 2

ROCKWALL, TX – September 21, 2021 — Former Rockwall Mayor Jim Pruitt announced his intent to run for Rockwall County Commissioner, Precinct 2, in front of over 200 supporters at a Labor Day barbecue and fundraiser at his home. “I am excited about the opportunity to continue to serve,” he told the crowd which included […]

Local veteran-owned business donates new roof to fellow Navy veteran

Local veteran-owned business donates new roof to fellow Navy veteran

ROWLETT, TX (Sept. 21, 2021) The slogan on their company t-shirt reads “Not Your Average Roofer” – and yesterday in Rowlett, Doc’s Roofing lived up to this creed by donating and installing a free roof on the home of a military veteran in need. Doc’s Roofing of Rockwall is owned and operated by Michael “Doc” […]

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees: Recognitions, Temporary Parent-Led K-6 Virtual Option, COVID testing update and more

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees: Recognitions, Temporary Parent-Led K-6 Virtual Option, COVID testing update and more

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 21, 2021)  The following is a Rockwall ISD press release summarizing last night’s RISD Board of Trustees meeting. NOTE: For information on every agenda item presented, please view the Board meeting videos available at  www.rockwallisd.com. Board of Trustees Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized outstanding students and groups for the following accomplishments: Two […]

Golfers got their dose of iron at Rockwall County Helping Hands golf tournament

Golfers got their dose of iron at Rockwall County Helping Hands golf tournament

Great Weather, Great Course, Great Cause! ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 20, 2021) On Sept. 10, golfers helped support Rockwall County Helping Hands by participating in their Annual Golf Tournament at Buffalo Creek Golf Course chaired by Board Members Jeremy Neill and Gary Spraggins. Every year, Helping Hands raises awareness for Rockwall residents facing poverty, and the […]

EastTex Regional CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) to host training class, seeks volunteers

EastTex Regional CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) to host training class, seeks volunteers

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 20, 2021) Want to help your community in times of need?  EastTex Regional CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members who want to make a difference and help their community in a times of need. CERT is an organization through FEMA to help train and organize communities at the […]

A message from Royse City ISD regarding tragic accident that took the life of crossing guard

A message from Royse City ISD regarding tragic accident that took the life of crossing guard

ROYSE CITY, TX (Sept. 20, 2021) The following message was shared on social media this afternoon from Royse City ISD: Royse City ISD Families, With permission from the family, it is with disbelief and immense sadness that I share that Mrs. Melissa Williams, a Miss May Vernon Elementary staff member/crossing guard, was fatally struck by […]

Rockwall resident ready to celebrate 105 years

Rockwall resident ready to celebrate 105 years

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 21, 2021) With National Centenarian’s Day set for Sept. 22, it’s only fitting that we celebrate the eldest residents of Rockwall County – like Mrs. Stella Tabola, who’s turning 105 on Sept. 23! Stella is a long term resident of Highland Meadows Health and Rehab, located at 1870 S. John King Blvd. […]