ROCKWALL, TX (May 23, 2022) — During the 2019 Memorial Day weekend in Texas, there were a total of 360 driving under the influence (DUI) alcohol-related traffic crashes, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Those crashes killed 16 people and seriously injured another 34. All of these crashes were 100 percent preventable. Texas […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 23, 2022) The Rockwall Music Teachers Association is now accepting applications for the Glynda King Music Education Scholarship. Scholarships will be awarded to deserving students who demonstrate excellence and accomplishment in their piano studies, high academic achievement, and ongoing service within their church and Rockwall community. Scholarships are awarded in denominations from $25-$500. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 23, 2022) Capturing Kids’ Hearts Founder Flip Flippen has announced Royse City ISD as a National Showcase District. This marks the third consecutive year that Royse City ISD has received this esteemed honor. Only 11 school districts in the United States were selected for 2021-2022. Capturing Kids’ Hearts was first introduced to […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 23, 2022) Meet Carly! Carly’s previous owners didn’t teach her not to play in traffic, so she is now healing from a broken pelvis and some abrasions. But that hasn’t broken this gorgeous girl’s spirit! Carly is goofy and sweet, loves dogs, and has no clue of personal space with people (so her perfect home wouldn’t have […]
Shenaniganz is rewriting the rules for fun, with a game theater that makes you a participant in your own adventure ROCKWALL, TX (May 20, 2022) Shenaniganz, a 75,000 square foot indoor family entertainment center located in the heart of Rockwall, is announcing the latest addition to their ever-evolving facility. The new addition called XD Dark […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 19, 2022) Rockwall ISD Library Media Specialists recently received a grant from Atmos Energy through their Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities program that will help fund their summer book distribution program, Rockwall Reads. The grant will allow the librarians to provide new, high interest books for students in our community this summer […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 18, 2022) NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com. Stan Britton and Jim White Take Oath of Office The newly elected Board of Trustees took the oath of office at Wednesday’s special session. Stan Britton was elected […]
ROWLETT, TX (May 18, 2022) – The Rowlett Area Chamber congratulates its President and Chief Operating Officer, Michael Gallops on earning his Master of Science in Economic Development & Entrepreneurship from the University of Houston – Victoria (UHV). Commencement was held on May 14 in Victoria, TX. Entrepreneurship involves starting and developing new businesses, and […]
DALLAS, TX (May 18, 2022) For 136 years, food has been a focal point of the annual State Fair of Texas exposition. When you ask folks what their favorite part of the State Fair is, without skipping a beat, many will answer FOOD. As an event that blends more than 2 million people from all […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 17, 2022) For Ukraine, Buffalo, Laguna Woods, all the safe places that have been invaded with hatred. You are the Light of the world. There is grief and horror, ugliness beyond imagination, and men taking lives as their quest. I fear humanity is lost, dear God. We are all at fault. Lead […]