Celebration of Life: Services for Christine Horton Mooney of Rockwall

Celebration of Life: Services for Christine Horton Mooney of Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 14, 2020 – Christine Horton Mooney, 93, of Rockwall, TX, passed away on October 13, 2020. She was born to Oscar Horton and Bula Virgie (Tucker) Horton, on December 12, 1926, in Rockwall, Texas. Christine was faithful to 1st Baptist Church of Rockwall, and a resident of Rockwall for the entirety […]

Rest Haven welcomes Rockwall area veterans, spouses for free Veteran’s Day Breakfast on Nov. 5

Rest Haven welcomes Rockwall area veterans, spouses for free Veteran’s Day Breakfast on Nov. 5

UPDATE – Nov. 4, 2020 – Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Rest Haven’s Veteran’s Day Breakfast set for 9 a..m. Thursday, Nov. 5 is now a DRIVE BY. Veterans and their spouses are welcome to just drive in the Rest Haven parking lot and they will hand you a yummy breakfast box! They just ask that […]

Rockwall Chamber to host State of Education Partnership Luncheon Oct. 21

Rockwall Chamber to host State of Education Partnership Luncheon Oct. 21

ROCKWALL, TX – October 14, 2020 — Join the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce for their next Partnership Luncheon – State of Education featuring hosts Dr. John Villarreal, Superintendent for Rockwall ISD and Kevin Worthy, Superintendent for Royse City ISD. The partnership luncheon will be held at Hidden Creek Events Center in Heath (215 Chris […]

Rockwall resident creates safe space to support, connect and empower LGBTQ+ teens

Rockwall resident creates safe space to support, connect and empower LGBTQ+ teens

ROCKWALL, TX – October 14, 2020 — On Oct. 23, Rockwall resident Angel Poe will officially open the doors to her Hug It Out Dallas home offering a safe place for LGBTQ+ teens to learn, connect, build relationships and feel empowered to reach their true potential. Hug It Out Dallas (824 Exposition Ave Ste. 1 […]

Letter to the Editor: Open Space and the future of Rockwall County

Letter to the Editor: Open Space and the future of Rockwall County

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 13, 2020) Rockwall County, the smallest county in Texas, is also the 10th most densely populated. Currently at just over 100,000 population, it is projected to reach 350,000 by 2040. In the next 20 years, residential and commercial development will turn most of undeveloped land into more pavement and roof tops, replacing much […]

Rockwall-Heath High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Rachel Ross

Rockwall-Heath High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Rachel Ross

HEATH, TX – October 13, 2020 — Rachel Ross is the daughter of Jason and Lauren Ross and sister to Brett Ross. Rachel is a varsity cheerleader and a varsity instructor for the 2020-2021 Rockwall-Heath High School cheer team. During her high school years, Rachel has been awarded NCA All-American, Best Attitude, Best Flyer, Miss […]

Rockwall WWII veteran turns 100 Oct. 31, community invited to join car parade in his honor

Rockwall WWII veteran turns 100 Oct. 31, community invited to join car parade in his honor

ROCKWALL, TX – October 12, 2020 — Local WWII veteran Herman Billnitzer is in for quite the treat this Halloween when he celebrates his 100th birthday. The community is invited to join a birthday train of 100 cars driving past Herman’s house on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 10:30 a.m. Rally areas will be in the […]

Heritage Christian Academy students warm the hearts of Liberty Heights residents with songs, fellowship and goodies

Heritage Christian Academy students warm the hearts of Liberty Heights residents with songs, fellowship and goodies

ROCKWALL, TX – October 12, 2020 — Students of Heritage Christian Academy’s secondary campus spent time sharing songs, fellowship and goodies with the senior residents at Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living on Oct. 9. The students remained socially distant while bringing joy to the residents with gospel songs, snacks, candy, soda, stuffed animals, puzzles, games […]

Rockwall Republican Party to host Candidate Forum Monday

Rockwall Republican Party to host Candidate Forum Monday

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 7, 2020) The Rockwall County Republication Party will conduct a Candidate Forum at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at Rockwall County Courthouse, Liberty Hall, 1111 E. Yellowjacket in Rockwall, moderated by Rockwall County District Attorney Kenda Culpepper. The forum will feature School Board, City Council, and Mayor races taking place in various precincts […]