Meet Lou-Lou, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 24, 2016) Looking for a running partner? Keep looking! Lou-Lou is a full-figured little lady who is looking for a quiet home with a soft couch to curl up on. She is a sweet little girl who is a little shy until she gets to know you. She is not very […]

Local businesses to be recognized at Rockwall Chamber’s Annual Awards Banquet

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 22, 2016) Rockwall businesses and honored guests will be recognized on Tuesday, January 26th at the 2016 Annual Awards & Partner Appreciation Banquet (Can I Get A Yee Haw!) presented by Cavender’s Boot City.  Over 440 attendees will enjoy steak dinners; desserts sponsored by Rod Holland Real Estate; dancing; and socializing courtesy […]

Rockwall County Historical Foundation inducts officers, shares Pullen Farmstead history

(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 22, 2016) The Rockwall County Historical Foundation introduced its new officers for 2016 and recognized one of its longtime members during its annual meeting at the Rockwall County Library on Thursday, Jan. 14. RCHF’s 2nd Vice President in charge of programs Carolyn Francisco presented Carolyn Holt, RCHF museum curator, with the […]

TxDOT to shut down Interstate-30 in Rockwall tonight

Traffic Update: Brief road closure planned for midnight at I-30 and Ridge Road, both directions. (ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 21, 2016) The Texas Department of Transportation has scheduled a road closure for midnight tonight in Rockwall. The shutdown will occur at Interstate-30 and FM-740 (Ridge Road) in both directions. Weather permitting, crews will be working […]

City of Rockwall hires new Public Information Officer

Position Addresses Growth, Desire to Increase Communications and Promotions for City (ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 21, 2016) The City of Rockwall has added the new position of Public Information Officer / Marketing and has hired longtime resident, Lauri Dodd to fill the role. The City Council funded the position in this year’s budget to increase […]

Eleven-year-old leads blanket drive to warm every Rockwall County Meals on Wheels client

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Jan. 21, 2016)  Local homebound seniors now have some extra help staying warm during the winter months, as Meals On Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County received a large donation of blankets this morning from residents Debi Gee Williamson and her son Nick for its Spread the Warmth Blanket Drive. Debi […]

Rockwall ISD celebrates School Board Recognition Month

(ROCKWALL ISD – Jan. 21, 2016) Rockwall ISD celebrated their Board of Trustees in honor of School Board Recognition Month in Texas. The board is celebrated for their crucial role they play in the community and its schools. Throughout January, school districts around the state recognize the countless hours and diligent service that school board […]