FATE, TX – August 5, 2021 — Joe Burger, age 54, of Fate, TX, passed away on July 30, 2021. He was born October 14, 1966, in Arlington Heights, IL, to William Joseph Burger and Mary Anne (Schraffenberger) Burger. Joe’s family moved to Butte, MT where Joe graduated from Butte Central High School and went […]
ROCKWALL, TX (August 4, 2021) I am announcing today my candidacy for Rockwall County Clerk. I am running for Rockwall County Clerk because I am certain that my extensive background in the Rockwall County Clerk’s Office makes me the best choice for the wonderful citizens of Rockwall County. I am a proven leader with an outstanding […]
$475.8 million bond package developed by 60-member citizens committee after many months of extensive study and analysis ROCKWALL, TX – August 3, 2021 — By a vote of 6-0, the Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees have agreed to place a $475.8 million bond referendum consisting of two propositions on the upcoming November ballot. The election […]
Class Act Tap Company performs hundreds of free shows all around the country each year ROCKWALL, TX – August 3, 2021 — There it was! Right there in the newspaper. A prominently displayed photo of a glamorous older lady, calling the readers to join her in a senior tap group and promising a future dancing […]
FATE, TX – Aug. 2, 2021 — Last week, the City of Fate celebrated the dedication of its post office located at 909 West Holiday Drive as the Ralph Hall Post Office in honor of the former U.S. Congressman and Fate native. Representatives of the U.S. Postal Service joined City of Fate officials and the […]
ROCKWALL, TX – July 29, 2021 — Renowned Olympic dressage coach Johann Hinnemann was at Black Star Sport Horses this week. Johann Hinnemann is one of the most sought-after dressage trainers in the world and currently has three students currently competing at the Olympics in Tokyo. Johann has coached the Canadian team, Dutch team, and […]
ROCKWALL, TX – July 28, 2021 — Last night, the Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved the site plan in a 6-1 vote for the 263-unit Rockwall Downtown Lofts development on the corner of SH-66 and Alamo Road near the Downtown Square. The property sits across from the Rockwall Police Department. The proposed development will […]
ROCKWALL, TX – July 26, 2021 — Dallas equestrian Isabella Fielder has qualified for the FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC). NAYC is a prestigious international competition that brings together the young riders (ages 14-21) to compete in the three Olympic equestrian disciplines of dressage, show jumping, and eventing. This year the event will take […]
ROCKWALL, TX – July 23, 2021 — The late Scott Self dedicated his life to sharing his passion for sailing and the love for his Rockwall community. What could be more fitting than to dedicate a lighthouse in his honor? Prior to the Concert by the Lake on Thursday, July 22nd, dozens gathered to witness […]
ROCKWALL, TX – July 22, 2021 — Come out to Southern Junction Nightclub and Steakhouse on Aug. 21st at 6 p.m. to see rising country artist Erin Kinsey of Rockwall perform a concert for her hometown. The event marks Kinsey’s first full concert in the area since releasing her popular single, “Drunk Too.” Her impromptu […]