Rockwall County Library Invites Community to Participate in “Unearth a Story” Mini Art Exhibition

Rockwall County Library Invites Community to Participate in “Unearth a Story” Mini Art Exhibition

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 21, 2026) – The Rockwall County Library is inviting the community to get creative this May with its annual Mini Art Exhibition, themed “Unearth a Story.” Open to teens, adults, and children ages 8 and up, the program welcomes artists of all experience levels to participate. Beginning May 1, community members […]

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Holds Team of Eight Training, Discusses District Outlook

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Holds Team of Eight Training, Discusses District Outlook

ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees recently participated in its annual Team of Eight training. The session, required by the Texas Education Code, focused on key topics shaping the district’s future. Below is a summary of the discussion and updates shared. Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Team of Eight […]

Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Adriana Marquez

Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Adriana Marquez

HEATH, TX (April 20, 2026) Adriana Marquez, a senior at Rockwall-Heath High School and the daughter of Chastity and Pablo Marquez, serves as Council President of the Heath Highsteppers drill team. Adriana has spent the past 11 years pursuing her passion for dance, training with Just for Kix and later performing as a member of […]

Rockwall High School Celebrates Class of 2026 Top 10 Students

Rockwall High School Celebrates Class of 2026 Top 10 Students

ROCKWALL, TX (April 19, 2026)  The Rockwall High School Top 10 students and their families were celebrated during a luncheon hosted by Principal Dane Steinberger, high school administration, and counselors at the Hilton Harbor on April 9. Families, the board of trustees, Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal, and district leaders celebrated the accomplishments of these graduating […]

Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Rachel Kapinskis

Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Rachel Kapinskis

HEATH, TX (April 17, 2026) Rachel Kapinskis, a senior at Rockwall-Heath High School, is the daughter of Chris and Amber Shiflett and Kevin Kapinskis. She currently serves as a Line Officer for the Rockwall-Heath High School Highsteppers. Rachel has spent several years developing her love for dance, training at Royalty Dance Academy for four years […]

GBCCA Students Earn State Honors, Advance to National BPA Competition

GBCCA Students Earn State Honors, Advance to National BPA Competition

ROCKWALL, TX (April 17, 2026) Students from the Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy (GBCCA) delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Business Professionals of America (BPA) State Leadership Conference, earning top honors and securing their place on the national stage. A total of 18 GBCCA students qualified or were selected as alternates for […]

Lightbridge Academy Hosts Grand Opening of Fate Location

Lightbridge Academy Hosts Grand Opening of Fate Location

FATE, TX (April 13, 2026) — Lightbridge Academy, renowned as The Solution for Working Families® and a leader in educational child care with over 200 centers either open or in development, is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of its newest location in Fate, TX, located at 1425 Memorial Pkwy, Fate, TX 75189. Lightbridge Academy of Fate […]

Rockwall ISD Culinary Arts Students Turn Up the Heat at State, Advance to Nationals

Rockwall ISD Culinary Arts Students Turn Up the Heat at State, Advance to Nationals

ROCKWALL, TX (April 13, 2026) The Dr. Gene Burton College and Career Academy culinary arts students are celebrating their big win at the ProStart state competition, securing them a spot at Nationals. The culinary team earned first place in their category and will be advancing to the national competition in Baltimore on April 24-26. The […]