Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2024) – The public is invited to another Economic Development Forum, scheduled for July 16, 2024, at Liberty Hall at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellowjacket Lane, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. The forum will revisit a range of topics including county demographics, population projections in different areas, current and […]
Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2024) — The Rockwall County Democrats would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the CASA Kids Birthday Gift Bags initiative for the month of June. Your generous donations have brought joy and hope to many children under the care of Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). […]
Rockwall, TX (July 1, 2024) – Just because the people’s business is done in the “Historic” County Courthouse, doesn’t mean we should operate in a time warp. “Transparency is irrelevant if the citizens can’t see or hear you,” quips County Judge Frank New. We are partnering with Granicus, Inc. and Bluum Technology to enhance Rockwall […]
Rockwall, TX (June 28, 2024) – The Family Fun Fest Karting Tournament hosted by the Blue Tie Guys and Guaranty Bank & Trust had folks all revved up June 15 at the Dallas Karting Complex. Competitors put the pedal to the metal to raise awareness and support for the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. […]
El Paso, TX (June 20, 2024) – At the Texas Democratic Convention held on June 7, 2024, in El Paso, Nate Clark, a resident of Rockwall County, was elected as the new Senate Democratic Executive Committee (SDEC) member for Texas’s 4th Congressional District. This district includes Bowie County (part), Collin County (part), Delta County, Denton […]
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, TX (June 13, 2024) – How would you feel if someone could look up who you voted for through legally obtained publicly available documents? Is it possible that efforts to make Texas elections more transparent pose threats to ballot secrecy? “Ballot secrecy is the foundation of our election system and the bedrock on which […]
Rockwall, TX (June 6, 2024) – Registration has opened for Lone Star CASA’s 9th Annual Clays for CASA which will be held at Texas Gun Ranch in Terrell, TX on August 16th. All of the proceeds from this event benefit Lone Star CASA to ensure that 100% of children who have experienced abuse and neglect […]
Rockwall, TX (May 31, 2024) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Sunday, April 28th, at the Parrish House prior to the launch of National Foster Care Month. This event served to celebrate and honor the dedication of CASA’s Volunteer Advocates who make a resounding difference in […]
Rockwall, TX (May 30, 2024) – Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management will test the IPAWS system on June 28th. On this date, you may receive a wireless emergency alert on your cell phone. The alert will say “Test: RCOEM is testing IPAWS visit rockwallcountytexas.com/1261 for more info. Test over.” What is IPAWS IPAWS, or […]