Contributed by Bourn Avenue–Southside Coalition ROCKWALL, TX (June 14, 2025) – Under clear skies and a strong sense of unity, the Southside community of Rockwall came together Saturday, June 21, to celebrate Juneteenth at Gloria Williams Park. The park was alive with music, reflection, laughter, and fellowship during a day-long celebration that honored both heritage […]
Rockwall, TX-June 17, 2024 – An official Texas Historical Marker for New Hope Baptist Church, in Royse City, will be installed on Wednesday, June 19th at 7:00 p.m. The church’s membership has primarily been composed of African Americans, which gives the approval of the historical marker on this Juneteenth special significance. New Hope acquired its […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (June 20, 2022) The Rockwall County Historical Commission is excited to announce that the Texas Historical Commission has approved an application by the RCHC for an Official Texas Historical Marker for New Hope Baptist Church, in Royse City, TX. The official Historical Marker will be installed at a later date. New Hope […]