Rockwall ISD introduces “Rockwall ISD Connections” to keep community informed

Rockwall ISD introduces “Rockwall ISD Connections” to keep community informed

Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Rockwall ISD is excited to introduce a new e-mail communication specifically designed for community members and local businesses: Rockwall ISD Connections. What can you expect? This email communication will highlight news and topics about Rockwall ISD, including: • District updates, • Current & upcoming events, and • Academics, arts, […]

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: A follow up to “The Marriage Capital of Texas”

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: A follow up to “The Marriage Capital of Texas”

Rockwall, TX (January 27, 2025) – If you remember, several weeks ago this column discussed how Rockwall County was once called the “Marriage Capital of Texas”. This was because of the marriage licenses that departed from the classical, nondescriptive government form. Instead, the county had forms that were decorated with colored pictures of flowers that […]

Broadway Dallas announces 2025/2026 Broadway Series

Broadway Dallas announces 2025/2026 Broadway Series

Dallas, TX (January 24, 2025) – Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) today announced the full lineup of Broadway shows coming to Dallas in the 2025/2026 Broadway Series presented by Broadway Dallas. The season includes six Dallas premieres and the return of audience favorites. THE OUTSIDERS NOVEMBER 4 – 16, 2025  MUSIC HALL AT FAIR PARK Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST […]

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs celebrates graduation of five new Veteran/Service Dog teams

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs celebrates graduation of five new Veteran/Service Dog teams

ROCKWALL, TEXAS (January 22, 2025)  – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs is proud to announce the Graduation of five Veteran/Service Dog teams on Friday, January 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM at their Rockwall Campus (254 Ranch Trail, Rockwall, TX 75032). This event marks a significant milestone for five Texas Veterans whose lives will be transformed through […]

Five Rockwall-Heath HS Choir students selected for All-State, most in school’s history

Five Rockwall-Heath HS Choir students selected for All-State, most in school’s history

Heath, TX (January 21, 2025) – Congratulations to the Rockwall-Heath High School Choir on their record-breaking five students selected for the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) All-State Choir! The Heath Choir has never had more than one student make all-state in a single school year and has only had four students in total in the […]

Heath based GMR announces appointment and promotion of senior leaders

Heath based GMR announces appointment and promotion of senior leaders

Tim Miller, Senior Vice President of Innovation at GMR Rockwall, TX (January 16, 2025) – GMR, a leader and innovator in the field of facility inspections and lighting surveys nationwide, has announced the appointment of Erik Hauglie to Senior Vice President and the promotion of Tim Miller to Senior Vice President of Innovation. Headquartered in […]

CTE students excel in problem-solving skills used in workforce

CTE students excel in problem-solving skills used in workforce

Rockwall, TX (January 16, 2025) – Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy students are gaining a competitive edge by utilizing A3 Lean Management, a powerful problem-solving tool used in industries worldwide. A3 Lean Management, rooted in Toyota’s production system, is designed to help individuals and teams streamline processes, identify challenges, and implement effective solutions. […]

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Some interesting things you probably didn’t know

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Some interesting things you probably didn’t know

Rockwall, TX (January 14, 2025) – At one time not too long ago, Rockwall County had the distinction of being called “The Marriage Capital of Texas.” A logical question you might ask would be, “How could the smallest county in Texas end up with that name?’ It all was about marriage licenses! I bet if […]