New Citizens Celebration

New Citizens Celebration

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 20, 2026) This past Saturday, April 18, New Citizen Certificates were presented to members of our community who recently became U.S. citizens. Rockwall County Judge Frank New administered the Naturalization Oath of Allegiance to the United States of America. Patriotic Singers Gail Lasky, Barbara Matthews, Jamie Rubush, and Debbie Weigant opened […]

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 […]

Rockwall County Elections Department: No Early Voting on Tuesday, April 21

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 19, 2026) Early voting in the Uniform Election runs from Monday, April 20, through Tuesday, April 28. There is no voting on Tuesday, April 21, due to San Jacinto Day, a state holiday. Early voting resumes on Wednesday, April 22, at 8 AM. Election Day is Saturday, May 2. Texas law […]

City Leaders Get Hands-On Look at Fire Service During Fire Ops 101

City Leaders Get Hands-On Look at Fire Service During Fire Ops 101

From left: Captain Michael Caffey, Rockwall Professional Firefighters Association President; Dennis Lewis, Rockwall City Council member; Michael Sauder, Driver/Engineer; Council member Anna Campbell; Council member Richard Henson; Rockwall Mayor Tim McCallum; Captain Josh Turner. Submitted photo.  ROCKWALL, TX (April 2026) — Members of the Rockwall City Council traded their usual roles for bunker gear last […]

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 […]

Meet Me Under The Stars: 8th Annual ‘For the Love of Lacie’ backyard benefit returns June 7 with Wade Bowen

Meet Me Under The Stars: 8th Annual ‘For the Love of Lacie’ backyard benefit returns June 7 with Wade Bowen

ROCKWALL, TX (April 16, 2026) — A cherished Rockwall tradition returns this summer as the 8th Annual For the Love of Lacie Backyard Benefit invites guests to “Meet Me Under the Stars” for an unforgettable evening of music, remembrance, and community impact. Set for Sunday, June 7, 2026, this intimate private backyard concert will once […]

Ericka Ledferd launches campaign for Texas State Board of Education District 9

Ericka Ledferd launches campaign for Texas State Board of Education District 9

Community Leaders Invited to May 4 KickOff  ROKWALL, TX (April 15, 2026) — Ericka Ledferd, candidate for the Texas State Board of Education District 9, will officially launch her campaign with a public kickoff event on May 4 at 6:30 PM at the Harry Myers Community Center in Rockwall. The event will bring together community […]

Rockwall Author David Vega Explores Empathy and Moral Judgment in New Book, Fool for Sentiment

Rockwall Author David Vega Explores Empathy and Moral Judgment in New Book, Fool for Sentiment

David Vega, author of Fool for Sentiment A follow-up to Fool for Thought, the new release examines empathy, conscience, and moral decision-making in today’s complex world ROCKWALL, TX (April 15, 2026)/EINPresswire.com/ — Two Spurs Press today announced the upcoming release of Fool for Sentiment: Reflections on Empathy, Conscience, and a Moral Life by Rockwall-based author, business […]