Celebration of Life: Services for Jerry Mack Packer

Celebration of Life: Services for Jerry Mack Packer

Shared from the family of Jerry Mack Packer  ROCKWALL, TX (Aug 5, 2025) It is with deeply heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Mack Packer, 83, of McLendon-Chisholm, TX. Jerry passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025 at his home in Rockwall, surrounded by the love of his family. Jerry was a […]

Emergency response drill at Pegasus Foods prepares first responders

Emergency response drill at Pegasus Foods prepares first responders

Rockwall, TX (August 5, 2025) – On Saturday, August 2, first responders from Rockwall County and the cities of Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City, McLendon-Chisholm, and Rowlett gathered at Pegasus Foods in Rockwall to conduct a joint hazardous materials response exercise. This year’s scenario was one of the most challenging we’ve designed: a disgruntled employee […]

Rockwall ISD teacher named Region 10 Secondary Teacher of the Year

Rockwall ISD teacher named Region 10 Secondary Teacher of the Year

Rockwall, TX (August 5, 2025) – Rockwall-Heath High School’s own Gennie Holcomb has been named the 2026 Region 10 Secondary Teacher of the Year, a prestigious honor recognizing her unwavering dedication, leadership, and impact in the classroom and beyond. Selected from a highly competitive field of 65 remarkable secondary educators across the region, Holcomb stood […]

TriRock Triathlon brings hundreds together to support Rockwall children

TriRock Triathlon brings hundreds together to support Rockwall children

Rockwall, TX (August 5, 2025) – The 2025 TriRock Triathlon was a huge success, drawing 326 participants from across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and more to compete in this year’s sprint triathlon. Athletes took on the challenge of a 150-yard pool swim, a 10-mile bike ride, and a 5K run, all while supporting a cause […]

Four students awarded 2025 Texas Tech Tommy Hooper Memorial Scholarships

Four students awarded 2025 Texas Tech Tommy Hooper Memorial Scholarships

Rockwall, TX (August 5, 2025) – The Rockwall Chapter of the Texas Tech Alumni Association recently awarded $20,000 to four Rockwall ISD graduates who will be attending Texas Tech University this fall. Since 2005, the Rockwall Chapter has awarded over $320,000 in college scholarships to 84 Rockwall High School and Rockwall Heath High School graduates […]

Rockwall’s Angel Camp brings the best summer ever to local special needs youth

Rockwall’s Angel Camp brings the best summer ever to local special needs youth

Rockwall, TX (August 4, 2025) – For many families, summer just is not the same without day camp – spending time with friends on the water, participating in outdoors activities, and field trips are all part of a summer well spent. But for families of special needs youth, these camps are virtually non-existent or, those […]

Applications open for Rockwall Youth Advisory Council

Applications open for Rockwall Youth Advisory Council

Rockwall, TX (August 4, 2025) – Do you know a student who wants to make a difference, develop leadership skills, and learn how local government really works? The City of Rockwall is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 Youth Advisory Council (YAC) – a unique opportunity for high school students to get directly involved in […]

Rockwall County Historical Foundation invites you to “Pour Yourself Into History”

Rockwall County Historical Foundation invites you to “Pour Yourself Into History”

Rockwall County, (August 4, 2025) – Join the Rockwall County Historical Foundation Board of Trustees for an unforgettable evening of stories and community. Thursday, August 21 at 5:30pm at Rosini Winery, 411 Texas Highway 205. The RCHF President will present an informative presentation on the rich history of Rockwall County. Attendees will also enjoy a […]

Children’s history book donated to Rockwall ISD 4th grade classrooms

Children’s history book donated to Rockwall ISD 4th grade classrooms

Rockwall, TX (August 4, 2025) – Fourth graders in Rockwall ISD will learn about how Texas was shaped thanks to a new book written just for their age. Daughters of the American Revolution, an organization that preserves the memory and spirit of those who contributed to securing American independence, donated “Texas Before the Lone Star” […]