Rockwall ISD Communications Shines at TSPRA with Best of Category and Multiple Star Awards

Rockwall ISD Communications Shines at TSPRA with Best of Category and Multiple Star Awards

ROCKWALL, TX (March 4, 2026) The Rockwall ISD Communications Department was recognized for its outstanding work in education communications at the annual Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA) conference in February. The team earned a Best of Category honor, six Gold Star Awards, one Silver Star Award, and one Bronze Award. Best of Category Commemorative […]

Get a sneak peek of Towne Center Park Renovation: Heart of Heath 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run coming April 4

Get a sneak peek of Towne Center Park Renovation: Heart of Heath 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run coming April 4

HEATH, TX (March 4, 2026) The 2026 Heart of Heath 5k/Family Run returns to Towne Center Park on Easter Saturday, April 4! Participants and guests will get a sneak peek of all the wonderful new amenities, plus enjoy a morning of fitness and fun! Use the QR code in the ad or go to HeathTX.com […]

Rockwall assisted living resident to celebrate an extraordinary milestone — 104 years young!

Rockwall assisted living resident to celebrate an extraordinary milestone — 104 years young!

ROCKWALL, TX (March 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 […]

Rockwall Women’s League seeks grant requests through April 1

ROCKWALL, TX (March 2, 2026) Proceeds from the Rockwall Women’s League annual fundraising charity ball will be used to provide grants to area not-for-profit organizations and scholarships for Rockwall County high school seniors. For the 2024-2025 year, RWL awarded $56,471 to area organizations and $160,000 in scholarships. Through April 1st 2026, Grant requests should be […]

We The People Taproom Brings America’s Most Beloved Regional Flavors to Rockwall

We The People Taproom Brings America’s Most Beloved Regional Flavors to Rockwall

Grand Opening March 5, 2026 • 4pm- 9pm ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 26, 2026)  — A new kind of neighborhood taproom is coming to Rockwall, one inspired by the flavors, stories, and craftsmanship found during travels across America. We The People Taproom (WTP) is set to open in Rockwall officially on March 5, 2026, offering guests […]

Latest Developments in Measles Cases in Rockwall County

Latest Developments in Measles Cases in Rockwall County

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) The Rockwall County Health Authority informs residents that the six individuals who contracted measles are no longer contagious, per CDC guidelines. The first confirmed case of the year was identified on February 5, 2026. Case Information  The cases involved family members living in the same household. Public Health Response The […]

Rockwall Launches ‘Heart of the Community’ Award at Inspiring ‘New Heart’ Gathering

Rockwall Launches ‘Heart of the Community’ Award at Inspiring ‘New Heart’ Gathering

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 16, 2026) – Community members, leaders, and nonprofit organizations gathered on February 15 for an inspiring evening devoted to faith, compassion, and community collaboration. The gathering featured the presentation of Rockwall’s inaugural “Heart of the Community” Award. Rockwall Mayor Tim McCallum presented the award to Ridge Petersen, recognizing him “for demonstrating remarkable […]

Golden Age of Glamour: Symphony of Color Returns May 1

Golden Age of Glamour: Symphony of Color Returns May 1

Kickoff Concert – March 6, offering the community a preview of the talent and artistry to come. ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 16, 2026) An unforgettable evening of music, art, and community is set to take center stage as the 4th Annual Symphony of Color returns on May 1 from 6–10 p.m. at Cavender Nissan of Rockwall […]

Three Royse City High School students earn chairs in TMEA All-State Choir Ensembles

Three Royse City High School students earn chairs in TMEA All-State Choir Ensembles

Members of Royse City High School 2026 All-State Choir and All-State Band Royse City, TX (February 11, 2026) – Royse City High School is celebrating a banner year for its fine arts programs with three members of the RCHS Choir — Aidon Harris, Elle Bond, and Zadyn Smith — qualifiying for the 2026 Texas All-State […]

Royse City ISD student selected as Texas All-State Musician

Royse City ISD student selected as Texas All-State Musician

Royse City, TX (February 11, 2026) – Matthew Harris, a member of the Royse City High School Band and Percussion Section, has qualified to rehearse and perform with the 2026 Texas All-State Bands and Orchestras. Matthew will perform on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at San Antonio’s Henry B. González Convention Center, during the 2026 Texas […]