Submitted press release by Rockwall ISD Communications. ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 5, 2025) Rockwall ISD’s Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election was approved by voters today, giving the district access to $16.5 million annually to pay for employee salary increases, school safety, special education and student programs. “The November ballot gave Rockwall ISD voters the unique opportunity to […]
Royse City, TX (November 4, 2025) — The Royse City ISD Education Foundation hosted its 5th annual fundraising gala, “An Evening for Education: Gold and White Casino Night” on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront. The gala transformed the venue into a vibrant casino, where hundreds of guests placed their bets on […]
Frank Locke shares insight into Rockwall’s earliest settlers through Republic-era land records Rockwall Pioneers By Frank LockeMember, Rockwall County Historical Foundation and Rockwall County Historical Commission At the Rockwall County Historical Foundation’s Sheri Stodghill Lecture Series on October 10, the evening’s topic was The Settlement of Rockwall County by Original Land Patents. Speaker Frank Locke—member […]
Grace Clinic awarded ~$10,000 donation ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 31, 2025) – 100 Business Leaders of Rockwall County, aka Lakeside Leaders, welcomed a large crowd to Culpepper Cattle Co. yesterday evening, where they gathered on the patio to shine the spotlight on local nonprofits and award a generous donation to one of those deserving organizations. Lakeside Leaders […]
Submitted press release by Rockwall ISD Communications ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 30, 2025) Rockwall County voters will see a Voter-Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE), or Proposition A, on the Tuesday, November 4, ballot. The VATRE will determine whether Rockwall Independent School District can access more than $16.5 million in new annual local funding, every year to […]
Macy Kendrick with RCISD Education Foundation Executive Director Kim Crumrine, Superintendent Dr. Amy Anderson, and foundation board members Royse City, TX (October 29, 2025) – The Royse City ISD Education Foundation has wrapped up its annual Grant Patrol, surprising educators across the district with funding for innovative classroom projects. This year marked a record-breaking achievement, […]
Rockwall, TX (October 27,2025) — Meals on Wheels Senior Services (MOWSS) regrets to inform the community that recent reductions in federal funding have significantly impacted the organization’s ability to provide vital services to local seniors and individuals with disabilities. The ongoing government shutdown further jeopardizes Meals on Wheels programs through decreased federal funding, which may […]
Royse City High School Hall of Fame 2025 inductees: Kayla Hutchins, Brock Wempa, Maci Bookout, Jennyfer Caracheo ROYSE CITY, TX (October 24, 2025) – The Royse City High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is proud to announce the Class of 2025 Inductees. This exceptional class includes four celebrated athletes whose accomplishments span football, girl’s […]
Gumbo gurus to compete for cash prizes & bragging rights Flavor fighters, register to enter here. ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 23, 2025) – Get ready to stir the pot, North Texas! Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor (2067 Summer Lee Drive in Rockwall) is spicing things up with its First Ever Gumbo Cook-Off, set for 2–6 p.m. Sunday, November 9, […]
Submitted press release by Rockwall ISD Communications ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 23, 2025) Rockwall Independent School District continues to put students first by investing in their safety, security, and educational support—despite the State not fully funding mandates in these critical areas. Each year, Rockwall ISD allocates millions of dollars from its General Fund to meet safety […]