(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) The City of Rockwall celebrated its 161st birthday in 2015. It’s a wonderful feeling knowing that our citizens have preserved our history while continuing to invest in the future. When I became Mayor in December 2014, my goal was to continue attracting high quality residential development; improving roadways, parks and […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) In the wake of this past weekend’s severe weather, the Dallas Builders Association offers guidance aimed at preventing storm victims from incurring further damage from unscrupulous contractors. “Losses due to fraud are one of the untold costs associated with disasters,” said Dallas BA Executive Officer Phil Crone. “It is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) This past weekend, our eyes have been opened to just how vulnerable our homes and businesses can be. The disaster had substantial impacts on our surrounding communities, affecting family and friends; neighbors and co-workers. During our deployment to Rowlett, we heard many stories of neighbor helping neighbor, which is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) On December 23, 2015, Andrew Hawkes’ campaign for Rockwall County Sheriff received the endorsement of Ben Ferguson, a nationally syndicated Republican conservative talk show host of the Ben Ferguson Show, heard locally on WBAP 820. Mr. Ferguson is also a news contributor to Fox News and CNN. Mr. Ferguson […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 18, 2015) The Dallas Builders Association and Mishler Builders invite the community to a “Notes of Love” Home Signing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15 at the future home of U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jerry Holcomb and his family, 2555 Wincrest Drive in High Point Lake Estates, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 23, 2015) City of Rockwall residents are invited to drop off their live Christmas trees at the Tuttle Sports Complex parking lot, located at 1550 Airport Road, beginning Saturday, December 26 until Monday, January 11. No drop off from commercial operations. Residents are asked to remove all ornaments, lights and stands before […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 23, 2015) Dear Neighbors, I want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and happiness in the coming New Year. We are blessed each and every day to live in this country and community. We have had an exciting year in Rockwall and accomplished many of the goals […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 22, 2015) Christmas is upon us. It is a time to be merry and jolly! Yet for many, the Christmas season can be very stressful. My kids are now grown. But when they were young, I taught them the “12 Days of Christmas” song. By the twelfth day, we had a […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 21, 2015) Texas is excited to welcome Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and Antique Archeology to the area. The team will film episodes of their hit series AMERICAN PICKERS throughout Texas. Filming is scheduled for February 2016. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique ‘picking’ on History. […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 21, 2015) Congratulations to the Hartman Robotics Team. They earned first place at the First Lego League North Texas Qualifier on Saturday, December 12. They will move to the next level of competition, Regionals, in February. The team is coached by parents and teacher-sponsor Lisa Gear. The team earned a perfect […]