Letter to the Editor from Rockwall resident whose home was destroyed in recent storm

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 9, 2017) My home was one of those destroyed on March 29 in Dalton Ranch.  I cannot find the sufficient words to thank this incredible community for your love, prayers and support during this difficult time. A special thanks goes to Hays Elementary School PTA for their fundraiser of popsickles for […]

Rockwall’s Concert by the Lake Series set to begin May 4

Rockwall’s Concert by the Lake Series set to begin May 4

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 7, 2017) Every summer, thousands gather on Thursdays at 7:30 pm at The Harbor (2059 Summer Lee) to experience Rockwall’s Concert by the Lake Series. This summer will have 13 concerts starting Thursday, May 4th and ending Thursday, July 27th. The concert series is a great FREE opportunity for family and friends to get together […]

Rep. Ratcliffe statement on Syria

Rep. Ratcliffe statement on Syria

(ROCKWALL, TX — April 7, 2017) Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) released the following statement on the U.S. military strikes in Syria: “The Assad regime’s horrific attack on innocent civilians earlier this week was in complete defiance of international law barring the use of chemical weapons. I applaud President Trump for his decision to call for […]

Texas House of Representatives approves fiscally responsible and transparent budget

(AUSTIN, TX – April 7, 2017) Yesterday, the Texas House of Representatives approved the House budget and supplemental budget for the next two years. The House has exercised leadership in crafting a conservative, responsible budget that spends $106.8 billion in available revenue. Despite revenue challenges, and very significant population and inflation growth, the House biennium […]

Rockwall Chamber earns prestigious Four Star Accreditation

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 7, 2017) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a Business After Hours event March 30 to make an important announcement to its members and the entire business community – the Chamber has earned Four Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. This prestigious designation means that Rockwall Chamber has […]

Chamber welcomes RHS a cappella group, motivational speaker at partnership breakfast

Chamber welcomes RHS a cappella group, motivational speaker at partnership breakfast

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 6, 2017) Some groovy tunes performed by the Rockwall High School Walk the Line A Cappella Choir and an engaging talk by master motivational speaker Delatorro McNeal II were the highlights of the Rockwall Chamber Quarterly Partnership Breakfast on Thursday, April 6. Presented by Star Transit, the breakfast event saw folks […]

Rowlett Chamber honors community leaders at annual Awards Banquet

Rowlett Chamber honors community leaders at annual Awards Banquet

(ROWLETT, TX — April 6, 2017) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce held its 38th Annual Community Awards Banquet on Thursday, March 23rd, 2017 at the Hyatt Place Hotel in Garland. The Community Awards Banquet is the premier event that brings the whole of Rowlett Leaders together to celebrate Rowlett. Outgoing Chamber Chairman, Eva Hummel of […]

Residents Waltz Across Texas at Liberty Heights Senior Prom

Residents Waltz Across Texas at Liberty Heights Senior Prom

(ROCKWALL, TX – April 6, 2017) Bill Patterson, 96, and Adelle Luhn, 97, were crowned King and Queen of the Waltz Across Texas-themed Senior Prom held Tuesday at Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living in #Rockwall. Rockwall High students joined the residents to dance and dine as singer Paul Anderson performed classic tunes. Julie Claudio serves as […]

Rockwall ISD Awarded Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting

(ROCKWALL, TX – May 5, 2017) The Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International has awarded Rockwall Independent School District its Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting for having met or exceeded the program’s high standards for financial reporting and accountability. The district was recognized for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year […]