Rockwall, TX (July 3, 2023) – On July 4, 1776, a huge event took place after the American Revolution that we celebrate as a federal holiday. The Second Continental Congress unanimously adapted the Declaration of Independence, drafted by Thomas Jefferson, announcing the colonies separation from Great Britain. The United States of America has been involved […]
Be sure to check back as more events are added. All events are subject to change. Royse City’s Celebrating Freedom – Saturday, June 26 WHAT: Live music lineup featuring Brandon Bamburg (6-6:45PM), Big Gus & Swampadelic (7-8PM) and headliner Wade Bowen (8:15-9:30PM); Food trucks available from 6-9:30PM; Prayer, flags and National Anthem from 9:45-10PM; […]
‘Flags Over Rockwall’ Fundraiser Supports Local Scouts Troop (ROCKWALL, TX — June 26, 2019) This Independence Day, Boy Scouts Troop 83 of Rockwall invites residents to show their patriotic pride and fly a flag through their Flags Over Rockwall fundraising program. Six times a year, the Troop 83 scouts plant large U.S. flags in the […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Feb. 28, 2019) Is your business, organization, club, or group interested in participating in this year’s 4th of July parade? The Rockwall Parks and Recreation Department will host the parade on Thursday, July 4. The parade route will be the same as the Christmas parade. Check out some of the details here and […]
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ROCKWALL,TX. (July 1, 2014) Last Sunday Rockwall residents celebrated Independence Day a bit early at the Harbor’s fourth annual FreedomFest. A live band and several DJs set the mood with music while guests could roam dozens of vendor booths, splash in the sprinklers, or pick out perfect seats for the fireworks. The U.S. Army displayed […]
(Rockwall) July 5, 2013 – Got photos from Rockwall’s July 4th Parade? Share them with us and we’ll add them to our online PHOTO GALLERY. Simply email . The 2013 parade was presented for the second year by the TheRockwallNews.com; co-sponsored by U.S. Rep. Ralph Hall, Sterling One Properties, Coldwell Banker Realtor Peg Pannell Smith, Randall Noe Auto Group, the new Rockwall Gun […]
(Rockwall County) July 2, 2013 – Law Enforcement agencies from across Rockwall County will conduct a “No Refusal Program” during the July 4th holiday week. This is a program whereby a warrant will be sought to draw an individual’s blood for analysis if an officer has probable cause to believe that individual has been driving […]
(Rockwall County) June 26, 2013 – Law Enforcement agencies from across Rockwall County will conduct a “No Refusal Program” during the July 4th holiday week. This is a program whereby a warrant will be sought to draw an individual’s blood for analysis if an officer has probable cause to believe that individual has been driving […]