ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 11. 2026) I never thought I would become one of the “worm ladies” in the Master Gardener Program in Rockwall County. There are only two of us – one a 20+ year veteran worm composter, and me, a relative novice. Looking back, though, I suppose it was inevitable that I would spend […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 10, 2026) – Building a more prepared and resilient community takes teamwork, and that spirit of collaboration was on display during the recent Rockwall Ready Open House at the Rockwall County Courthouse Annex. Rockwall Ready is a collaborative coalition of community organizations working alongside the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management […]
Proposed image is for representation only FATE, TEXAS –(August 10, 2026) The City of Fate is excited to announce that a new 147,000-square-foot Target store is coming to the northwest corner of IH-30 and FM 551 (Crawford Road) within the rapidly growing Lafayette Crossing development. The new Target is expected to deliver a significant economic […]
“Curiouser and curiouser,” as Alice would say. ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 10, 2026) For this editor’s note, I tumbled headfirst down a rabbit hole that began in my own backyard, where a Granny Smith sapling we planted years ago suddenly surprised me with fruit. Seeing those little green apples instantly made me think of the new […]
More than 200 new Rockwall ISD educators and staff members kicked off the new school year at the Rockwall ISD New Teacher & Employee Welcome Breakfast on July 29. Courtesy photo. ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 10, 2026) As students fill classrooms across Rockwall County this month, many of us naturally think about backpacks, school supplies, and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 10, 2026) Come pick out the perfect pumpkin and feast on fall fun when the Blase Family Farm Pumpkin Patch opens Saturday, Sept. 19 at 1232 East Fork Drive. Owners Jill and Chris Blase invite families to their wooded sanctuary, tucked away in the heart of suburban Rockwall. Open through Nov. 1, […]
Reading Assignment: Check Your Mailbox! ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 7, 2026) — Our back-to-school print edition is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes across Rockwall County next week — packed with positive hometown news, business spotlights, and a community calendar packed full of fall festivities. Can’t wait for the new issue to land […]
Community members and first responders unite behind water safety initiatives including the new Loaner Life Jacket Station installed by the City of Heath in partnership with Cook Children’s with the volunteer construction by Bobby Gladu team members Artisan Masonry & Granite and Heal-Corp. HEATH, TX (Aug. 7, 2026) — The City of Heath has announced […]
Wild-caught Maine lobster, live music, giveaways, signature cocktails and a chance to win $1,000 headline 12-day celebration ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 7, 2026) — Fresh Maine lobster, live music every day, signature cocktails, exclusive merchandise and plenty of chances to win are all on the menu as Dudley’s Sports Grill in Rockwall hosts its first-ever Lobster […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 5, 2026) Some heroes answer the call while wearing turnout gear. Others leave behind a legacy that continues inspiring long after the sirens fade. That spirit of courage, resilience and brotherhood will take center stage beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, as the Rockwall Professional Firefighters Charities hosts its annual Firefighters’ […]