ROYSE CITY, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) — Throughout January, Ouida Baley Middle School is proud to partner with Main Street Emporium to host a public exhibition featuring original works by our talented student artists. An ‘Opening Night’ reception is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14th, from 6-7:30 PM, allowing the featured artists to share their work […]
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 […]
Nominations open now through March 1 | Community event scheduled for April 4, 2026 ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 14, 2026) — Operation Forward, a newly launched community initiative based in Rockwall, TX, is now accepting nominations for a deserving veteran in need. Designed as an annual legacy program, Operation Forward is built to create lasting impact […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 8, 2026) America’s Guardians Motorcycle Club was honored by a special visit from Texas State Representative Katrina Pierson, District 33, during their Jan. 5th meeting at Soulman’s BBQ in Rockwall. Rep. Pierson presented a resolution from the Texas House of Representatives recognizing the good works done by the chapter in and around […]
A new Chicken Soup for the Soul book helps you break bad habits, adopt new ones Cos Cob, Connecticut (December 29, 2025) – At this time of year, people are focusing on making changes in their lives. But how? They probably have some bad habits they’d like to break, and some good habits they’d like […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 23, 2025) Members of the Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney’s Office participated in a community service project clothes drive this holiday season. Their efforts benefited two local non-profits: Women in Need and One Man’s Treasure. These two non-profits were not chosen randomly. Women in Need supports victims of domestic violence. They have […]
Rockwall County, TX (December 22, 2025) – Embarking on their annual family ski trip, the Kirkley family from Royse City excitedly piled into their large SUV for the brief drive from Pagosa Springs to Wolf Creek Pass, a well-known ski area in Southern Colorado. Little did they know that this trip, one of many they […]
Rockwall & Kaufman Counties, TX (Dec. 19, 2025) — Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) brought joy to children this Christmas season, made possible by the incredible generosity of local donors, volunteers, community groups, and corporate partners. For children, the abrupt removal from their home due to abuse or neglect is deeply traumatic. Being […]
Rockwall, TX (December 17, 2025) – On Saturday, December 13 an incredibly special event came together at Rockwall’s J.E.R. Chilton YMCA – serving families right here in the middle of the holiday season. Catalyst Christmas, a grassroots organization founded by the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas during the 2020 Christmas season, delivers food, pantry items, toiletries […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 16, 2025) David Schoen, a lifelong Texan, has announced his candidacy for Place 6 on the Rockwall City Council. He and his wife, Mary, moved to Rockwall in 2015. Schoen’s interest in city government began when he became involved in local zoning issues. He believes that growth is important for Rockwall’s future, […]