ROCKWALL, TX (May 21, 2024) – The Rockwall community and citizens from surrounding areas came together in a spectacular display of celebration at the annual Founder’s Day Festival held Saturday, May 18th. This year’s festival was especially significant as Rockwall celebrated its 170th anniversary. The event, which has become a beloved tradition in the area, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 20, 2024) Our Blue Ribbon News 2024 Summer Camp Spotlight features local summer camp programs, Vacation Bible Schools, sports and skills camps, recreational activities and fun, learning opportunities for kids (and adults!) throughout the summer season. We hope this growing compilation helps you and your family find fun and engaging things to […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 19, 2024) Angela Beatrice Thoreson, a beloved resident at Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living in Rockwall, is enjoying a family gathering today in honor of her 106th birthday tomorrow! Angela was born on May 20th, 1918 in Chicago, IL. She moved to Rockwall in 1995 and loves spending time with her family, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 18, 2024) – On Friday, at Rest Haven Funeral Home, the annual recognition of law enforcement personnel who lost their lives in service to their state and communities took place. Chief Kirk Aldridge of the Royse City Police Department welcomed those in attendance and expressed that National Police Week pays special recognition […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 17, 2024) The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees recognized Mrs. Linda Mitchell Duran as she retires from the Board after twelve years of service as Trustee of the District. Mrs. Duran served four terms, beginning May 2012 through May 2024. During her service as a Trustee, she was Board President and Vice […]
Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2024) – Texas Health Hospital Rockwall honored hospital volunteers and volunteer chaplains with a special luncheon celebration on April 24. Recognizing National Healthcare Volunteer Week, the hospital acknowledged the many hours of service these committed individuals provide. “I am thankful for our volunteers; it is a choice they make to serve […]
Kin Faux’s Quick Rise Continues to Gain Speed ROYSE CITY, TX (May 15, 2024) – Based out of San Antonio, TX, Kin Faux is one of the fastest growing bands from the Texas/Red Dirt music scene. Within six months of the band being formed, Kin Faux quickly started hitting stages extensively throughout the Midwest becoming […]
Rockwall, TX (May 15, 2024) – The annual JER Chilton YMCA Teacher Prayer Breakfast is scheduled for Wednesday, July 31 at 7:00 a.m. Breakfast festivities include a keynote presentation by Coach Rodney Webb, Head Football Coach and Campus Athletics Coordinator at Rockwall-Heath High School, prize drawings, and messages from civic and community leaders. An open […]
Rockwall, TX (May 15, 2024) – In May, we celebrate Older Americans Month, and the Rockwall County Commissioners Court would like to acknowledge Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County for their dedicated work in ensuring that our older residents have the resources and support they need to stay involved in their communities. Meals […]
Rockwall, TX (May 14, 2024) – Do you enjoy a hot, nutritious meal served with love? They do, too. Do you like being a part of a community and welcomed with a smile? They do, too. Do you want to feel purposeful and needed? They do, too. Like you, our seniors and disabled of Rockwall […]