Coats for Kids: Rockwall Breakfast Rotary wraps kids in warmth

Coats for Kids: Rockwall Breakfast Rotary wraps kids in warmth

Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – Rockwall Breakfast Rotary’s annual Coats for Kids event was held November 8 at Costco Rockwall. Coats for Kids is coordinated between Rockwall Breakfast Rotary, Rockwall Independent School District and Costco.It was a special day to welcome the families and their kids, who were able to pick out their own […]

Meet Vienna and Golden, Blue Ribbon News Pets of the Week!

Meet Vienna and Golden, Blue Ribbon News Pets of the Week!

Rockwall, TX (November 17, 2025) – A double dose of happy purrs are in store this week! Meet Vienna (left) and Golden (right) – both are super sweet and loving 10-month-old kittens who would love to find a forever home together! They can be adopted separately but would really prefer to stay together, if possible. […]

Dodie’s at The Harbor raises over $1,500 for Givingmas at First Annual Gumbo Cook-Off

Dodie’s at The Harbor raises over $1,500 for Givingmas at First Annual Gumbo Cook-Off

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 14, 2025) — Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor is proud to announce the success of its First Annual Gumbo Cook-Off, where the community came together in true Cajun spirit to raise more than $1,500 for Givingmas, an East Dallas-based nonprofit that walks alongside families as they overcome barriers and build lasting […]

‘Christmas in Heath’ set for Dec. 5 at Standard Service

‘Christmas in Heath’ set for Dec. 5 at Standard Service

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 13, 2025) The City of Heath’s beloved holiday tradition continues this season from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5. While Towne Center Park remains closed for final renovation, this year’s celebration will take place at Standard Service (4240 Ridge Road). The City’s Special Events Board extends appreciation to Heath resident and […]

Celebrate a joyful Christmas season with the sounds of our Rockwall Community Band

Celebrate a joyful Christmas season with the sounds of our Rockwall Community Band

Rockwall, TX (November 13, 2025) – Join the Rockwall Community Band for a heartwarming evening of holiday music to kick off the Christmas season. The Christmas Joy Concert is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, at 7:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Rockwall. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy timeless Christmas classics, […]

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Green Views

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: Green Views

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) You’ve likely seen columns and photos from me regarding my former garden The Mildscape. I’m sharing this delightful view one final time. I started the garden from bare ground, four and a half years ago. A crew removed the sod, set the stone border, and the first trees were planted.  Then […]

Rockwall ISD honors heroes at Veterans Day Ceremony

Rockwall ISD honors heroes at Veterans Day Ceremony

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) The Rockwall Independent School District community came together Tuesday morning to honor America’s heroes during its second annual Veterans Day Ceremony. Guests filled the Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium concourse in red, white, and blue as we thanked our local veterans for their service. The Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy […]

Rockwall ISD recognized as CTE District of Distinction for second year in a row

Rockwall ISD recognized as CTE District of Distinction for second year in a row

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) Rockwall Independent School District is proud to announce its selection as a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT) for the second year in a row. This esteemed recognition celebrates districts across Texas that demonstrate exemplary leadership, innovation, and commitment to student success through […]

Open Letter from Rockwall County Judge Frank New

Open Letter from Rockwall County Judge Frank New

Rockwall County Judge Frank New (center) with his wife Kerri and Sharon Henson, Republican Party County Chair ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) Earlier this week I officially filed for re-election to the office of Rockwall County Judge. As I look back over the 4 years since I first made the decision to seek this office, […]

Meet Bailey, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Bailey, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Rockwall, TX (November 12, 2025) – Meet Bailey! This 5-year-old tripod sweetie is housebroken and crate-trained.  She does need to meet new canine friends slowly but previously lived with small chihuahuas and even a cat. She’s an endearingly goofy 54-pound lapdog who thinks she’s a big baby. Bailey is current on vaccines, microchipped, and spayed. […]