Rowlett, TX (January 29, 2025) – Our next book reviewer will be Carolee Juergens presenting her “Bag of Books”. Carolee entertains us with a short summary of 10 books, which include a variety of mystery, romance, history, and adventure that she spends the year researching. Everyone goes home with a list of books sure to […]
Rockwall, TX (January 29, 2025) – Rockwall County Library announces their location as an official AARP tax site. As an official site, from February through April, the library will host free tax counseling and tax returns to community members on a first come, first serve basis. The sessions will only be held on Saturdays and […]
Erica Knickerbocker, Rockwall County Treasurer’s Office Rockwall County, TX (January 28, 2025) – The Rockwall County Commissioners Court held their regular meeting on January 28, 2025. During the meeting, Erica Knickerbocker from the Treasurer’s Office and Deputy David Jones of the Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office were recognized as Employees of the 4th Quarter for 2024. […]
David Lensch, M.D. presents the award named in his honor to Texas Health Rockwall’s Rob Scheele, PharmD Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) — Helping Hands of Rockwall County hosted its Annual Board Meeting at Sear Steakhouse, a night of reflection, recognition, and new beginnings. Board members, community leaders, and vital supporters gathered to celebrate accomplishments […]
Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Local Veterinarian, Dr. Steve Albers, announced his candidacy for Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Place 5. “I grew up in a strong, supportive community with great schools and, most importantly, great teachers that felt very much like Rockwall today. Rockwall has always felt like home because of that and […]
Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Rockwall ISD is proud to announce its selection as a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT). This esteemed recognition celebrates districts across Texas that demonstrate exemplary leadership, innovation, and commitment to student success through high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The […]
Kirk Clendening Named SEAFWA Texas Officer of the Year AUSTIN (January 28, 2025) – Two Texas Game Wardens were recognized during January’s Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting for their contributions and efforts in supporting the agency’s mission. “Kirk Clendening and Jamal Allen represent the teamwork, integrity and professionalism that define Texas Game Wardens,” said Col. […]
Rockwall, TX (January 28, 2025) – Rockwall ISD is excited to introduce a new e-mail communication specifically designed for community members and local businesses: Rockwall ISD Connections. What can you expect? This email communication will highlight news and topics about Rockwall ISD, including: • District updates, • Current & upcoming events, and • Academics, arts, […]
Rockwall, TX (January 27, 2025) – If you remember, several weeks ago this column discussed how Rockwall County was once called the “Marriage Capital of Texas”. This was because of the marriage licenses that departed from the classical, nondescriptive government form. Instead, the county had forms that were decorated with colored pictures of flowers that […]
Rockwall, TX (January 27, 2025) – Meet Chase! This sweet 3-month old puppy is great with all dogs, cats and kids. His best friend is the 4-year old little boy in his foster home. Chase is a good boy – sleeping all night in his kennel and is working on potty training. He is getting […]