ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 23, 2026) The Rockwall County Health Authority informs residents that the six individuals who contracted measles are no longer contagious, per CDC guidelines. The first confirmed case of the year was identified on February 5, 2026. Case Information The cases involved family members living in the same household. Public Health Response The […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 19, 2026) – The Rockwall County Health Authority is informing residents about an additional confirmed case of measles in Rockwall County, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to six. The first confirmed case this year was identified on February 5, 2026. Case Information The current active case involves a family […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 19, 2026) – Lone Star CASA announces the conclusion of Sandra Ownby’s tenure as a Board Member, marking the end of six extraordinary years of leadership, dedication, and service to children and families in our community. During her time as Board Chair, Ownby played a pivotal role in guiding Lone Star […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 18, 2026) – STAR Transit is offering free, round-trip rides to local polling places for early voting and Election Day for the upcoming primary elections. All registered voters who reside within the STAR Transit service area are eligible to participate. The service area includes Kaufman County, Rockwall County, Seagoville, Balch Springs, […]
Rockwall, TX (February 13, 2026) – Dear Rockwall Community, The snow and ice in our county have melted away, leaving hundreds of our neighbors in a state of crisis. At Helping Hands, we are seeing the impact firsthand. Over the last two weeks, the number of families reaching out for help via our website has […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 13, 2026) – The Rockwall County Health Authority is notifying residents of two additional confirmed cases of measles in Rockwall County, raising the total confirmed cases to three. The first confirmed case of measles this year was identified on February 5, 2026. Case Information The additional cases are family members within […]
Rockwall, TX (February 4, 2026) – As we step into a new year—and as we celebrate the Valentine’s season—it’s a fitting time to reflect on what we love most about the Rockwall area. At its heart, Rockwall is a community built on connection, collaboration, and care for one another. Those same values guide the work […]
Chris Hoffmeyer (left) is presented with the Hometown Hero Award by Diane Stegall (right). Rockwall County, TX (February 3, 2026) – After seventeen years of incredible service, Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) announces the retirement of Child Advocacy Specialist Chris Hoffmeyer. The organization is proud to celebrate Chris’s outstanding contributions, dedication, skill, and […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 2, 2026) The law firm of Liechty, McGinnis, Berryman & Bowen, LLP, has made a significant donation of high quality office furniture to the Rockwall County District Attorney’s Office. “The timing was providential,” according to Lorne Liechty, a Founding Partner of the Firm and a Rockwall County Commissioner. “Our law firm is […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 2, 2026) – Spring is just around the corner, and now is the time to begin planning how to better attract hummingbirds to your garden this year. The ruby-throated hummingbird is the most common species sited in the North Texas area. They normally begin arriving in Texas between mid-March to mid-May. […]