Rowlett, Texas (February 3, 2026 – Updated Feb. 5, 2026) — Friends of Rescue Animals (FRAs) has been awarded a $2,000 grant from Best Friends Animal Society, a leading national animal welfare organization dedicated to saving cats and dogs in America’s shelters. The grant recognizes FRAs’ efforts to increase pet adoptions through completing the Best […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 2, 2026) Agnes Marcile Graham Smithson is about to turn 104! Born March 7, 1922, in Arkansas, Marcile was raised on a farm alongside two brothers and two sisters. In 1938, she married the love of her life, Robert Lansing “Lance” Smithson, and the couple shared 57 years of marriage until his […]
Taking A Stand With Sweets ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 8, 2025) Women In Need (WIN), a Texas-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting men, women, and children through domestic violence, is excited to announce that its signature fundraising event, Chocolate Indulgence, is returning this year at an all-new and highly anticipated location: The Five01, a stunning venue on […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Jan. 30, 2026) — Our Valentine’s-themed print edition is hot off the press and on its way to mailboxes across Rockwall County, featuring submitted stories from local couples about how they met. Just ahead of Valentine’s Day, we’ll draw names from among those who shared their love stories and award gifts from […]
Rowlett, TX (January 29, 2026) – Our next review held on Tuesday, February 17 is always a favorite one because we walk away with 10 new book suggestions! The beloved reviewer is Carolee Juergens who brings us “A Bag Of Books” every year. In one informative hour, she offers books she has researched all year […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 23, 2026) – RB’s Sound House & Art Collective will officially open its studio doors soon in Rockwall Square, bringing a vibrant new space dedicated to supporting local musicians, producers, and visual artists. Founded by Randy Aragon (artist name Russo Binks), RB’s Sound House is a grassroots effort to cultivate culture and creativity […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 20, 2026) — Vendor applications are open for the Aspasians Spring Marketplace, happening Saturday, April 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Wilkerson Sanders Memorial Stadium. The application deadline is February 1, and spaces are filling quickly. The Spring Marketplace offers vendors an opportunity to showcase their products and services to […]
UPDATE (Jan. 21, 2026) Due to threat of inclement weather this weekend, barre3’s grand opening celebration has been rescheduled to Jan. 30 through Feb. 1. This story has been updated accordingly since originally being published on Jan. 13. One woman’s path from survival to studio owner, shaped by love, faith, and the power of community. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 15, 2026) Leadership Rockwall 2026, a program of the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, recently unveiled its class project: the Agri-Innovation Barn, supporting Rockwall FFA and Rockwall County 4-H programs. This initiative will modernize the Rockwall ISD Ag Barn, creating an enhanced space for hands-on learning in animal science, horticulture, welding, and more. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) My journey to homemade banana pudding started in an unexpected place. Well, it started with bananas obviously, and the recycling program from The City of Rockwall. In our house, we’re slowly adjusting to the City’s new recycling program. While I genuinely appreciate the effort (yay, Earth), the transition has required […]