ROCKWALL, TX (May 30, 2025) – Rockwall County Clerk Jennifer Fogg is excited to announce that Rockwall County has officially been designated as the Marriage Capital of Texas! This recognition was established through the Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 6, naming Rockwall County as the official Marriage Capital of Texas for ten years, ending in 2035. The […]
DALLAS, TEXAS (May 30, 2025) – The tradition returns! Registration opens Sunday, June 1, for the 58th annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot, presented by Texas Health. Join thousands in Downtown Dallas on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, for the ultimate Turkey Day tradition, or trot from anywhere with the virtual option. This year’s event will […]
Rockwall, TX (May 29, 2025) – Dan Otto has called Rockwall County home since 1981 and is proud to be a part of this community. Following graduation from Rockwall High School in 1990, Dan proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Gulf War and was honorably discharged. He also spent time in the Texas […]
Rockwall, TX (May 28, 2025) – Get ready for an exciting new chapter in Rockwall County! The brand-new Rockwall County Courthouse Annex, set to open its doors this year, is located at 1101 Yellow Jacket Lane, right next to the iconic Rockwall County Courthouse. No more battling for parking in Downtown Rockwall or waiting in […]
Rockwall, TX (May 27, 2025) – Helping Hands of Rockwall County is already counting down to the most magical weekend of the year — the annual Festival of Trees Luncheon on Friday, November 14th and Festival of Trees Gala on Saturday, November 15th! Tickets are on sale now for this magical, and much anticipated, holiday event! The […]
Rockwall, TX (May 22, 2025) – Every year the Rock Wall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) give out “Youth Leadership” awards to one 6th grader in each elementary school and one 8th grader in the middle schools in Rockwall County. This year DAR included 5th graders moving to the middle school […]
Rockwall, TX (May 21, 2025) – Toastmasters of Rockwall invites the community to join them for a celebration of their 25th anniversary! The celebration kicks off on Thursday, June 12th at 7:00PM at Independent Financial Bank in downtown Rockwall. Guests are welcome to bring their friends and family — there is no cost or obligation […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 16, 2025) In observance of the nationally recognized Older Americans Month, Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County recently honored local seniors and volunteers who are helping to “Flip the Script on Aging.” Each May, MOWSS, along with the five city mayors, the city government, and individuals, nominate several outstanding seniors—or […]
Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2025) – On May 13, 2025, the Rockwall County Commissioners Court held a workshop at the Historic Courthouse to discuss the remodeling project for the Sheriff’s Office. This remodel will be funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and remaining Jail Bond funds, allowing the county to avoid any additional […]
Rockwall, TX (May 16, 2025) – In May, as we celebrate National Small Business Week, it’s tempting to offer only applause and cheer. Yes, our small businesses are resilient, creative, and generous. They are the lifeblood of the Rockwall area and countless towns across America. But if we stop at feel-good slogans, we do them—and […]