ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 13, 2026) Rockwall County 4-H Member and Texas 4-H Fashion & Interior Design Ambassador, Savannah Ware participated in the Fashion in Paris, France Trip, July 8-13, 2026, with 21 youth from Texas via Educational Tours. Angela McCorkle, 4-H Youth Development Program Specialist for Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, served as the group leader […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 11. 2026) I never thought I would become one of the “worm ladies” in the Master Gardener Program in Rockwall County. There are only two of us – one a 20+ year veteran worm composter, and me, a relative novice. Looking back, though, I suppose it was inevitable that I would spend […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 5, 2026) – The Rockwall County Kiwanis Club has been recognized with the Kiwanis International Distinguished Club Award for the 2024–2025 fiscal year, one of the organization’s highest honors recognizing excellence in service, leadership, membership growth, and Kiwanis education. The Distinguished Club Award is presented to Kiwanis clubs that meet established […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 15, 2026) – The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office is alerting residents to a rise in scams involving individuals impersonating law enforcement officers. These scammers use fear and urgency to trick victims into sending money through cryptocurrency kiosks, Bitcoin ATMs, or digital wallets. Typically, they pose as deputies or federal agents, claiming the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 7, 2026)— History lovers will have another opportunity to climb aboard the popular Texas Time Bus Tour, as the Rockwall County Historical Foundation has announced an additional guided tour on Saturday, July 18, following enthusiastic community response to its inaugural spring outings. The immersive tour is part of the Foundation’s ongoing celebration […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 7, 2026) Motorcycles, teddy bears and community spirit will come together once again as the 11th Annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride rolls into Rockwall County on Sunday, Sept. 20, raising awareness and support for the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. Hosted by Rockwall County Bikes for Tykes and Americas Guardians […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 2, 2026) — Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County invites family caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community members to attend a free online educational program, “Why Does Dementia Sometimes Cause Hallucinations, Delusions, and Paranoia?” The webinar will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. CDT on Wednesday, July 9, and is […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 30, 2026) — Several Rockwall County students were among the 1,250 graduates honored during Texas Connections Academy’s commencement ceremony at the University of Houston Fertitta Center on June 5. The Class of 2026 collectively secured more than $11 million in scholarships and awards while celebrating the completion of their high school education […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 25, 2026) – The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that the Rockwall County Detention Center has successfully passed its annual inspection by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS). This marks the 18th consecutive year that the facility has met all state-required standards. This achievement reflects the professionalism, dedication, […]
A simple plan for adding more native plants to your landscape. ROCKWALL, TX (June 23, 2026) When summer rolls around in North Texas, there are a few realities that become abundantly clear. High temperatures and drought will likely stay with us for a while, and if you’re like me, water restrictions have become a part […]