(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) In the wake of this past weekend’s severe weather, the Dallas Builders Association offers guidance aimed at preventing storm victims from incurring further damage from unscrupulous contractors. “Losses due to fraud are one of the untold costs associated with disasters,” said Dallas BA Executive Officer Phil Crone. “It is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) This past weekend, our eyes have been opened to just how vulnerable our homes and businesses can be. The disaster had substantial impacts on our surrounding communities, affecting family and friends; neighbors and co-workers. During our deployment to Rowlett, we heard many stories of neighbor helping neighbor, which is […]
(ROWLETT, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) Rowlett City Manager Brian Funderburk has provided this 12-28-2015 morning update: As you know, Rowlett was hit by a large tornado on Saturday, December 26. The National Weather Service has classified the tornado as an EF3. Based on assessments made by ground personnel, damage is significant and our hearts […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) On December 23, 2015, Andrew Hawkes’ campaign for Rockwall County Sheriff received the endorsement of Ben Ferguson, a nationally syndicated Republican conservative talk show host of the Ben Ferguson Show, heard locally on WBAP 820. Mr. Ferguson is also a news contributor to Fox News and CNN. Mr. Ferguson […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 17, 2015) Two more lucky winners have been drawn from among the registered users of the Official Rockwall Area App. More prize drawings will soon be awarded, so download the App and register today for a chance to WIN! Congratulations to our latest drawing winners: Rhody Lynn Kennedy, Coldwell Banker – […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 18, 2015) The Dallas Builders Association and Mishler Builders invite the community to a “Notes of Love” Home Signing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15 at the future home of U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jerry Holcomb and his family, 2555 Wincrest Drive in High Point Lake Estates, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 23, 2015) When you first walk into Rockwall Mercantile and Apothecary, located at 105 W. Washington St., you’re almost immediately calmed by the unique aromas of the various essential oils and herbs on the shelves. Not to mention that sense of nostalgia brought about by some of the objects housed there, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 23, 2015) City of Rockwall residents are invited to drop off their live Christmas trees at the Tuttle Sports Complex parking lot, located at 1550 Airport Road, beginning Saturday, December 26 until Monday, January 11. No drop off from commercial operations. Residents are asked to remove all ornaments, lights and stands before […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 23, 2015) Dear Neighbors, I want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and happiness in the coming New Year. We are blessed each and every day to live in this country and community. We have had an exciting year in Rockwall and accomplished many of the goals […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 22, 2015) Christmas is upon us. It is a time to be merry and jolly! Yet for many, the Christmas season can be very stressful. My kids are now grown. But when they were young, I taught them the “12 Days of Christmas” song. By the twelfth day, we had a […]