Rockwall, TX (March 11, 2025) – The Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy’s Education and Training FCCLA chapter has achieved an incredible milestone at the recent regional competition, with all nine student competitors advancing to the state competition. Six students competed in Education and Training-related events, showcasing their knowledge, leadership, and innovative ideas for […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 11, 2025) Celebrate Rockwall’s 171st birthday as the city commemorates Founders Day on Saturday, May 17. The free festival takes place both in downtown Rockwall and at Harry Myers Park, with a robust lineup of family programming that begins at 8 a.m. downtown and culminates that evening with high-energy performances by Will […]
Rockwall, TX (March 10, 2025) – The March mobile food pantry arrives in Rockwall on Saturday, March 15 from 12:30pm-2:00pm for it’s first stop of the month. The second visit is planned for next Tuesday, March 18 from 9:00am – 11:00am. Both stops are located at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1305 Damascus […]
Rockwall, TX (March 10, 2025) – Rockwall County Newcomers and Friends will host two lunches to close out their year. The lunches, scheduled for April 10 and May 8, are followed by a summer break with their new year beginning in September. The social organization welcomes all Rockwall County residents to attend. You may RSVP […]
Rowlett, TX (March 10, 2025) – Our next book reviewer on Tuesday, March 18 is the beloved Jill Beam, daughter of the beloved Rosemary Rumbley (who many may remember from past reviewers). In fact, Jill will be presenting her own book entitled Growing Up Rumbley, which answers the question of what it was like growing […]
Rockwall, TX (March 7, 2025) – Eleven fashion design students from the Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy have advanced to the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Fashion Design state competition. The 2024-2025 FCCLA Fashion Design competition team, which consisted of 13 team members, traveled to Waco, Texas, on February 6-8 […]
Rockwall, TX (March 7, 2025) – Eight Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy fashion design students placed in the Top 5 at the Technology Student Association (TSA) Fashion Design competition, including three who have advanced to the state competition. All eight students were placed within the Top 5 in the fashion design category in […]
Rockwall, TX (March 7, 2025) – Hundreds of community members turned out for a day long exciting carnival at J.E.R. Chilton YMCA – a fun time for a great cause! Y Day of Giving (YDOG) began early as days usually do at the Y – with friends gathered to welcome each other, participate in, and […]
AUSTIN, TX (March 7, 2025) – Representative Katrina Pierson announced the filing of HB-3971, legislation designed to repurpose the Texas Sunset Commission into a “Department of Government Oversight & Efficiency” (DOGE). Texas DOGE will build on the successes of Elon Musk’s national-level team—renowned for uncovering wasteful federal spending—while ensuring recommendations flow directly to the Texas […]
Rockwall, TX (March 6, 2025) – Longtime educator and dedicated community member, Katie Tanner, has officially announced her candidacy for Rockwall ISD School Board, Place 5, in the upcoming May 2025 election. With 30 years of teaching experience, including 15 years at Rockwall High School, Tanner brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment […]