Artists in the Spotlight

Artists in the Spotlight

Rockwall, TX (October 25, 2024) – Rockwall Art League’s 24th Annual Juried Fine Art Show and Sale drew over 120 exhibiting artists from Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana exhibiting 160 pieces of art at Cavender Nissan in Rockwall Sept. 27-29. By all accounts the event was a resounding success, offering an opportunity for fellow artists to […]

Shop local and strengthen our community this Thanksgiving season

Shop local and strengthen our community this Thanksgiving season

Rockwall, TX (October 25, 2024) – As we prepare to gather around the table to give thanks this Thanksgiving season, we can’t help but reflect on the importance of community. For all of us here at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, a sense of community is at the heart of everything we do – […]

Rib Rub Run & Roll wraps up with outstanding community participation

Rib Rub Run & Roll wraps up with outstanding community participation

Rockwall, TX (October 24, 2024) – The City of Rockwall’s annual Rib Rub Run and Roll event, held Oct. 5 at Harry Myers Park, celebrated another successful year with community and visitor participation at an all-time high. The event attracted over 325 racers, 24 BBQ competitors, and more than 90 car show entrants, making it […]

A Time to Remember and a Time to Grow

A Time to Remember and a Time to Grow

Rockwall, TX (October 24, 2024) – I have had a varied career, lived in various places, and have many varied interests. This time of the year brings two of my many interests together, the military and gardening. I am a naturalized Texan! (I wasn’t born here, but…) Where I grew up, November 11 was called […]

Patti Richter, On Faith: Scared to Death or Scared to Life

Patti Richter, On Faith: Scared to Death or Scared to Life

Rockwall, TX (October 23, 2024) – The dark and musty garage laundry room with one small window that allowed a bit of moonlight provided a perfect atmosphere for our small group of neighborhood kids to meet. We sat in a circle as the older ones told ghost stories that made us shiver with excitement or […]

Rockwall 10 year old uses birthday to give to others

Rockwall 10 year old uses birthday to give to others

Rockwall, TX (October 23, 2024) – For her 10th birthday, Weslynn Bricker chose to forgo presents and instead asked for something more meaningful—winter coats for children in need. Inspired by Dolly Parton’s iconic song “Coat of Many Colors,” Weslynn turned her birthday celebration into an opportunity to give back. Surrounded by family and friends, she […]

Duck, Duck, Jeep!

Duck, Duck, Jeep!

Rockwall, TX (October 23, 2024) – Hundreds flocked to The Harbor Oct. 12 for the annual Rubber Duck Regatta and Jeep Festival, presented by Rockwall Dodge/Jeep/Ram. The day’s festivities included morning yoga by Mindful Health, dance performances by CK Studios, live music by Brandon Bamburg, a corporate duck beauty pageant, kid zone, Show & Shine, […]

Outdoor burn ban for unincorporated areas of Rockwall County begins October 22

Rockwall, TX (October 22, 2024) – In an Order signed October 22, the Rockwall County Commissioners Court implemented an outdoor burn ban for unincorporated areas of Rockwall County. Commissioners found circumstances that would create a public safety hazard exacerbated by outdoor burning. The following regulations are detailed in the Order: Except as provided, all outdoor […]