ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 7, 2026) — Operation Forward, a community-driven initiative dedicated to supporting veterans in need, is proud to announce its upcoming Veteran Giveaway Celebration taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Rockwall Ford. The event will bring together businesses, community leaders, nonprofits, and residents from […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 7, 2026) — Lone Star CASA is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacob Griffin as its new Executive Director. Jacob brings a strong background in finance, operations, and nonprofit leadership. He earned both his undergraduate and master’s degrees in business from Stephen F. Austin State University. Throughout his career, he has […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 6, 2026) For the 10th consecutive year, Rockwall ISD has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) Award from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding support and commitment to music education. Now in its 27th year, the program continues to spotlight and celebrate school districts and individual schools across […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 5, 2026) — The Rockwall County Commissioners Court is proud to announce the launch of its Strategic Plan Dashboard, an interactive, detailed snapshot of its progress in meeting the county’s strategic objectives. The dashboard is powered by Envisio, a strategy and performance management software for local governments and other publicly accountable […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 5, 2026) — Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas (BGCNETX) is expanding summer opportunities for teens with the launch of its Legal Education Mini Camp, made possible through support from the Texas Bar Foundation. The Legal Education Mini Camp is one of eight unique summer camp experiences offered by BGCNETX this […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 4, 2026) Providing care for an elderly person can be a rewarding experience, but caregivers are also subjct to stress and frustration. A few simple tips as outline in the graphic below can help prevent exhaustion and other issues that make a caregiver’s job more difficult. For additional information, call Meals on Wheels […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 4, 2026) — Rockwall County is updating its Thoroughfare Plan to prepare for continued growth and evolving transportation needs. This long-range plan will guide future roadway connections, preserve needed corridors, and support safe and efficient travel across the County. This update builds on the County’s Strategic Plan 2050 and the 2019 […]
TEXAS, USA (April 29, 2026) — Warmer weather across Texas means more time outdoors and more encounters with wildlife. Spring and early summer are also when many species give birth and raise their young, which can lead to confusion when animals appear to be alone. Each year, well-meaning Texans pick up young wildlife, especially fawns […]
(April 29, 2026) We are enjoying a rainy and gloomy Sunday here at Rivendell, past the mid-point of April. I’m not minding the rain, it’s been soft showers watering all the perennials, vines, and bushes I have planted. I am watching showers through the front window of my writing room; the green branches of the trees […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 29, 2026) Rockwall ISD is proud to announce the 2026 Sheri Stodghill Fowler BEST Teachers of the Year and Legacy Award, recognizing three outstanding first-year educators who have made an exceptional impact in the classroom. The BEST (Beginning Educators, Successful Teacher) program supports and celebrates first-year teachers across the district, providing mentorship, […]