TXDOT awards contract for Interchange at FM 3549 & I-30

Rockwall, TX (September 29, 2014) In an ongoing effort to enhance state roadways and address congestion, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) approved a contract award for the reconstruction of the interchange at FM 3549 (Stodghill Road) and I-30 in Rockwall. The contract for $30 million was awarded to Tradeco Infraestructura, Inc. “Like all of Texas, […]

Mistletoe & Holly Bazaar Oct 18 at First Christian Church Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX (September 24, 2014) Shop indoors and outdoors – enjoy lots of vendors plus a Bake Sale by the Disciples of Women group during the third annual Mistletoe & Holly Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 18 at First Christian Church, 3375 Ridge Road in Rockwall. For more information, call […]

Scout Troop 83 experiences adventures, sells fall flowers and kale

ROCKWALL, TX (September 23, 2014) Hello, my name is Caleb Davis and I am a Life Scout in Troop 83 here in Rockwall. Today, I will tell you about our latest adventures, such as Summer Camp at Scout Camp Buck Toms in Tennessee; NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training); our troop elections; and our annual Canoeing Campout […]

Rockwall City Council adopts budget and tax rate reduction

ROCKWALL, TX (September 23, 2014) The City Council adopted a budget and tax rate for the 2014-2015 on September 15th with a tax rate of 49.55 cents per $100 valuation, a slight decrease from the current rate of 50.25.  Key elements of this year’s budget are the funding of three new full-time Firefighter / Driver […]

Turning up the heat on Rockwall’s Rib Rub & Run

ROCKWALL, TX (September 23, 2014) The sweet smell of smoke and roasting meat will fill the air in Downtown Rockwall Saturday morning, Oct. 4th as the 6th Annual Rib Rub & Run gets underway with an exciting new feature for barbecue lovers.  BBQ Outfitters Alley will showcase vendors that can help turn the dream of a […]

‘Shine a Light on Domestive Violence’ Glow Run Oct 18

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Rockwall Breakfast Rotary to host all you-can-eat breakfast

ROCKWALL,TX. (September 22, 2014) Every year the Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club has provided coats for elementary school children in Rockwall in a partnership with Old Navy. Last year, almost 300 coats were provided for kids that would not have been able to have a coat without this program. Saturday, September 27, from 8:00 am to […]

Rockwall High swimmers sweep competition at Season Opener

ROCKWALL,TX. (September 22, 2014) Rockwall boys and girls swim teams defeated both Heath and McKinney in their first swim meet of the season at McKinney High School on Tuesday, September 16th. Rockwall girls won 6 of the 8 individual events as well as 2 of the 3 relays at the meet. Rockwall boys won 4 […]

Artist Reception at Rockwall KE Cellars

ROCKWALL,TX. (September 22, 2014) On Thursday, October 9th from 6-9 pm KE Cellars will host an Artists’ Reception for Joetta Currie and Doris Vasek in conjunction with Downtown Rockwall’s Monthly Night Owl Experience. The winery is located at 301 North San Jacinto in downtown Rockwall. Artists Joetta Currie and Doris Vasek are the featured artists […]

Rockwall Duck Regatta recognizes winners

ROCKWALL, TX (September 21, 2014) This year’s Corporate Duck Pageant saw several local businesses and organizations take a good quack at the competition, with many elaborately-themed and costumed rubber ducks put on display during the 2014 Rubber Duck Regatta at The Harbor. The following are the winners of the 2014 Corporate Duck Pageant: 1st Place: […]