Rockwall County earns Safety Achievement Award from TAC Risk Management Pool

Rockwall County earns Safety Achievement Award from TAC Risk Management Pool

AUSTIN (February 3, 2025) – Rockwall County has earned a 2024 Safety Achievement Award from the Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool (TAC RMP) for its record of commitment to safety in the workplace, as well as for controlling the county’s workers’ compensation claims. To qualify for the award, the county must participate in […]

Free webinar for making long-term care decisions coming on February 10

Free webinar for making long-term care decisions coming on February 10

Rockwall, TX (February 3, 2025) – Caring for a family member or friend can be rewarding at times. Still, it can also change direction quickly when it is evident that the current living situation is no longer appropriate for the safety of your family member or friend and everyone’s peace of mind. Hard conversations must […]

Rockwall-Heath Chapter of Young Men’s Service League bringing lessons and leadership to area youth

Rockwall-Heath Chapter of Young Men’s Service League bringing lessons and leadership to area youth

Rockwall, TX (January 31, 2025) – The Rockwall-Heath Chapter of Young Men’s Service League (YMSL) hosted Jenny Carter and Sean Carter of When Sean Speaks for a joint presentation with the Wylie and Heath Harbor Chapters of YMSL.  Sean and his mother, Jenny, speak to organizations all over the county on alcohol awareness, consequences of […]

Rockwall County Master Gardeners 2024 Recap

Rockwall County Master Gardeners 2024 Recap

Rockwall, TX (January 29, 2025) – Rockwall County Extension Agent Todd Williams, along with the Rockwall County Master Gardeners, presented the Commissioners Court with a symbolic check for $195,112.74. This amount represents over 5,826 hours of service to the community through various programs, including Ask a Master Gardener, youth education, adult education, community events, plant […]

Rockwall County Republican Party to welcome Lt Governor Dan Patrick as Lincoln-Reagan Day speaker

Rockwall County Republican Party to welcome Lt Governor Dan Patrick as Lincoln-Reagan Day speaker

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 29, 2025) The Rockwall County Republican Party has announced hat Lt. Governor Dan Patrick will be the keynote speaker for the annual Lincoln-Reagan Day “We The People Celebrate” event set for Saturday, March 1 at Boyd Farm in Lavon. Dan Patrick has been serving Texans since 2015 as Texas 42nd Lieutenant Governor. Patrick […]

Update from the Rockwall County Commissioners Court meeting of January 28

Update from the Rockwall County Commissioners Court meeting of January 28

Erica Knickerbocker, Rockwall County Treasurer’s Office Rockwall County, TX (January 28, 2025) – The Rockwall County Commissioners Court held their regular meeting on January 28, 2025. During the meeting, Erica Knickerbocker from the Treasurer’s Office and Deputy David Jones of the Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office were recognized as Employees of the 4th Quarter for 2024. […]

Helping Hands announces new Board Members, Officers, and honors 2024 award winners at annual meeting

Helping Hands announces new Board Members, Officers, and honors 2024 award winners at annual meeting

David Lensch, M.D. presents the award named in his honor to Texas Health Rockwall’s Rob Scheele, PharmD Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) — Helping Hands of Rockwall County hosted its Annual Board Meeting at Sear Steakhouse, a night of reflection, recognition, and new beginnings. Board members, community leaders, and vital supporters gathered to celebrate accomplishments […]

Dr Steve Albers announces candidacy for Rockwall ISD School Board

Dr Steve Albers announces candidacy for Rockwall ISD School Board

Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Local Veterinarian, Dr. Steve Albers, announced his candidacy for Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Place 5. “I grew up in a strong, supportive community with great schools and, most importantly, great teachers that felt very much like Rockwall today. Rockwall has always felt like home because of that and […]

Rockwall ISD recognized as a CTE District of Distinction by CTAT

Rockwall ISD recognized as a CTE District of Distinction by CTAT

Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Rockwall ISD is proud to announce its selection as a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT). This esteemed recognition celebrates districts across Texas that demonstrate exemplary leadership, innovation, and commitment to student success through high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The […]