ROCKWALL, TX (March 9, 2022) The Civilian Professional of the Year Award is given to a civilian employee for distinguished service to the police department. Kayla Sorensen started at the Rockwall Police Department in August 2020 as a Communications Specialist in our Communications Center. A Communications Specialist answers 911 calls, non-emergency calls, and dispatches officers […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 8, 2022) “I need ammunition, not a ride.” President Zelenskyy of Ukraine won the hearts of many with a simple answer to the United States’ offer to evacuate him. The strength and resolve he and the Ukrainian citizens have shown has inspired those around the world. Bandidos Yanquis Pictures in Rockwall, TX […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 8, 2022) Officer Dylan Sparks first started with the Rockwall Police Department in May of 2018 as a dispatcher in the Rockwall Police Department’s Communications Division. He was then brought on as a police officer in May of 2020. In his short time here, Officer Sparks has distinguished himself as a self-starter […]
ROCKWALL, TX – March 8, 2022 — Nearly four years ago on Nov. 6, 2018, Rockwall County voters approved $50 million in bonds to expand and renovate the county jail. Yesterday, the Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office unveiled the jail’s massive new facility to the public. Jail staff welcomed Rockwall County Commissioners, representatives from project consultants […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 7, 2022) Each year, the Rockwall Police Department honors its sworn and civilian employees for their outstanding service to the community and department. Even amid many workplace challenges in 2021, all of the men and women of the Rockwall Police Department maintained the highest levels of professionalism and commitment. However, several individuals […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 7, 2022) Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church has a Catholic Charities Dallas mobile community food pantry every third Tuesday of the month from 9-11 a.m. The next date for the mobile pantry at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church is March 15. Fresh fruit, vegetables, and other food […]
ROCKWALL, TX – March 4, 2022 — Rockwall County Democratic Party members send their warmest congratulations to Susie Stansel for being elected as our Rockwall County Democratic Chair in the March 1st, 2022 Democratic Primary Election. RCDP member Betty Hernandez said the following, “Rockwall County Democrats could not choose a better leader to represent this […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 3, 2022) As a dad and husband, I know great communities don’t just happen. Exceptional communities require parents, teachers, and everyone to work together in shaping, leading, and contributing to our city. Local politics is no exception. I make the time to stay in touch with our local leaders and participate […]
Rockwall, Texas – March 2, 2022 – The City of Rockwall is working to secure portions of the Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) at the Ralph Hall Municipal Airport. The purpose of an RPZ is to provide safe approach and departure zones for aircraft, and securing these areas enhances the safety of people and property on […]
ROCKWALL, TX – March 1, 2022 — The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the Rockwall Area’s premier business organization, let the good times roll last night at its “Time to Jazz It Up” Mardi Gras-themed annual awards ceremony at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront, where they awarded local businesses with the 2021 Chamber Partner Business Impact […]