(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 1, 2016) Microchips help lost pets find their way home to you and Rockwall Pets wants to make sure you get your pets chipped. Rockwall Pets will host a FREE microchip clinic during their adoption event from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 9 at Petco in Rockwall. Regardless of where you live […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 1, 2016) Rockwall residents learned all about the new Open Carry law that takes effect today during a special information session put on in mid-December by CARGO (Citizens Association for Responsible Gun Ownership) at The Center in Rockwall. CARGO invited State Senator Bob Hall – who was active in getting the […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 31, 2015) As the terrible tornado began to develop just a few days ago, it became evident that my family was in its direct path. I was watching the weather report on the television news and the giant twister was actually on the ground approximately a mile from them. This was […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 31, 2015) In June 2015, Dr. Laura Pressley filed an appeal of a district court decision on her contested District 4 Austin City Council runoff race against Greg Casas in December 2014. She noticed election irregularities associated with the tabulation of electronic votes and, as a candidate, she has filed a […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Dec. 31, 2015) A message from Helping Hands of Rockwall County… “The generosity of Rockwall County residents has been overwhelming. We have collected countless boxes of donations to support those enduring the effects of Saturday’s disaster. Because of your gifts, we have been able to serve many families affected by the […]
Website and Phone Bank Set Up to Help Identify Victims and their Needs (GARLAND ISD, TX – Dec. 30, 2015) As Garland ISD prepares to kick off its spring semester, the district wants to ensure all students and staff are able to return to school and work. Estimates show upwards of 3,500 from GISD may […]
(Dec. 29, 2015) After the tornados that tore through North East Texas Saturday night, many community members are left without homes, supplies, or transportation. Several organizations are providing disaster relief to the victims and volunteer opportunities to those who want to help. Supplies Church in the City canceled their regular services Sunday morning to assist […]
(ROCWALL, TX – Dec. 20, 2015) Many a child in Rockwall and Heath came out to enjoy the First Christian Church Rockwall’s 10th Annual Living Nativity event on Sunday, Dec. 20. Parents and their little ones packed the lawn outside the church to witness the outdoor re-enactment of the birth of Jesus, complete with live […]
(HEATH, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) The City of Heath recently honored employees for their outstanding performance in 2015, including Jeff McKenzie, who was named Employee of the Year. Departmental Employees of the Year were also recognized and include Tara Plexico, Administrative Services; John Langstaff, Public Works; and Officer Brandon Seery, Public Safety. The employees […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) First responders of the Rowlett and Rockwall communities continue to band together to help the victims of a devastating EF4-classified tornado that ripped through Garland, Rowlett and Sunnyvale on Saturday night. In wake of the destructive storm which blew through the night after Christmas and left several homes, businesses […]