DALLAS (July 2, 2025) – We’re thrilled to announce that State Fair of Texas concessionaires are off to the races with an exciting new lineup of edible innovations debuting this fall. The semi-finalists for the 21st Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards, presented by Karbach Brewing Company, have been revealed—and this year’s contenders are sure to satisfy every […]
Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2025) – Rockwall Baptist Church celebrates Independence Day opening their parking lot as a place to park or gather to watch the fireworks display at Harry Myers Park. Bring a lawn chair and join the celebration at 6:00p.m. on Friday, July 4 with hotdogs, waters, and Bibles for the community. Rockwall […]
Heath, TX (July 2, 2025) – Peter McNabb has been appointed by Bishop Ruben Saenz to become the new pastor of First United Methodist Church of Heath effective July 1. Rev. McNabb served most recently as pastor of First United Methodist Church of Sulphur Springs and before that as pastor of First United Methodist Church […]
McLendon-Chisholm, TX (July 1, 2025) – On June 17, 2025, City of McLendon-Chisholm Code Enforcement personnel responded to reports of a strong odor near City Hall. Upon investigation, staff discovered water bubbling in a roadside ditch, prompting an immediate response. City staff, in coordination with the McLendon-Chisholm Fire Department, quickly worked to stop the flow […]
Dishing out delicious meals benefiting North Texas Food Bank and Lena Pope Dallas-Fort Worth (July 1, 2025) – The wait is almost over! The 29th annual DFW Restaurant Week – North Texas’ largest annual culinary event – is set for this August with an anticipated 160 local restaurants serving up delicious prix fixe meals for a deal benefiting the North Texas Food […]
Wylie, TX (July 1, 2025) – Get ready for a “purr-fectly” delightful day at the sanctuary! Join us to watch our magnificent big cats enjoy refreshing and enrichment-filled juicy watermelons at the Watermelon Toss! You’ll be amazed as our feline residents interact with their melons. Some might playfully bat them around, others may soak them in their […]
The prestigious scholarship is awarded to Rockwall ISD graduating seniors who exemplify excellent citizenship. Rockwall, TX (July 1, 2025) – Rockwall Rotary Club recently awarded four Rockwall ISD recipients the Robert and Cecilia “Cis” Hawk Scholarship – each of whom were excellent models of citizenship with challenging and inspiring goals for the future. In the […]
Rockwall, TX (June 30, 2025) – One of Rockwall’s favorite community traditions is right around the corner! Our Independence Day Celebration is set for Friday, July 4, 2025 and promises a full day of patriotic fun for the whole family. Start the day at the Independence Day Parade: The day kicks off with our Downtown […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 1, 2025) – The City of Rockwall is moving forward with an exciting renovation project at Gloria Williams Park, made possible through a valuable partnership initiated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas. Thanks to the efforts of Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas CEO, Jenny Krueger—who has worked […]
Justice of the Peace Mark Russo, Precinct 3, & J.R. Woolley, JPCA President-elect El Paso, TX (June 30, 2025) -The Justice of the Peace and Constable Association (JPCA) held its annual statewide conference in El Paso, Texas, from June 23 to June 27, with over 380 members in attendance. Rockwall County achieved significant milestones during […]