American Pickers to film in Texas: Will your collection get ‘picked’?

American Pickers to film in Texas: Will your collection get ‘picked’?

Mike, Frank and their team seek rare antiques, unique collectibles ROCKWALL, TX – September 21, 2020 – Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to Texas! They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout the area in November. We understand that with the proliferation of COVID-19, we […]

Heath DPS Officers Receive Public Safety Commendation Award

Heath DPS Officers Receive Public Safety Commendation Award

HEATH, TX (September 18, 2020) During the September 8 City Council meeting, Interim DPS Chief Brandon Seery presented the Heath DPS B Shift with a Public Safety Commendation Award for their swift action on August 18 to rescue 15 individuals comprised of women, men and children whose boat had capsized 200 yards off the shore […]

Stretch of Interstate 30 through Rockwall to commemorate Congressman Ralph Hall

Stretch of Interstate 30 through Rockwall to commemorate Congressman Ralph Hall

  ROCKWALL, TX (September 16, 2020) Signs will soon be going up on a stretch of Interstate Highway 30 through Rockwall, designating it Ralph M. Hall Highway from the Dallas County line, to Hunt County. “Congressman Hall was beloved in Texas and in Washington because he put others before himself,” said David Sweet, Rockwall County […]

Virtual Duck Pluck: 2020’s answer to the Rockwall’s Rubber Duck Regatta

Virtual Duck Pluck: 2020’s answer to the Rockwall’s Rubber Duck Regatta

ROCKWALL, TX (September 11, 2020) Hey there, duckies! COVID-19 got you down? Here’s how you, your family and friends can make a splash at the #QuackyQuarantine Virtual Duck Pluck, brought to you by the Rockwall Rubber Duck Regatta. DUCK DEETS The Virtual Duck Pluck, presented by Southwest Kia-Rockwall, is 2020 duck season’s answer to celebrating […]

Rockwall remembers the victims of 9/11 during memorial ceremony at Heroes Bridge

Rockwall remembers the victims of 9/11 during memorial ceremony at Heroes Bridge

ROCKWALL, TX – September 11, 2020 — Today marks 19 years since the terror attacks on the the World Trade Center twin towers and the U.S. Pentagon. This morning, the Third Watch LE Motorcycle Club joined the community for a memorial ceremony at the SH 66 Bridge (dubbed the Heroes Bridge). “There are so many […]

Register now for 2020 Rockwall Virtual Job Fair, happening online Sept. 18

Register now for 2020 Rockwall Virtual Job Fair, happening online Sept. 18

ROCKWALL, TX (September 8, 2020) With the coronavirus pandemic still a concern and the health and safety of our partners always a top priority, the Rockwall Economic Development Corporation is taking this year’s Rockwall Job Fair online. The 2020 Rockwall Virtual Job Fair brings some of the best employers in Rockwall together with the best […]

Rockwall Fire Department treats family of 3-year-old with TAR Syndrome to special day at Station No. 2

Rockwall Fire Department treats family of 3-year-old with TAR Syndrome to special day at Station No. 2

ROCKWALL, TX – September 8, 2020 — Meet Easton and Jace Knight. These little guys are 3 ½-year-old twins and their mom, Lauren says, “They are obsessed with anything that has wheels.” So, of course, a fire truck is one of the top bucket list items for them to experience. Easton is a special child. […]

Lakeside Florist moves to new location

Lakeside Florist moves to new location

The 20-year-old flower shop is now serving customers at 506 N Goliad ROCKWALL, TX – September 2, 2020 — Lakeside Florist has provided fresh flowers and service with a smile to the Rockwall community since Tommie Wells opened her business in the year 2000. This summer, she celebrated their move to a new location at […]