Honoring first responders, military veterans lost to suicide Rockwall, TX (October 21, 2024) – A crowd of more than 300 people, including first responders from across the state, gathered Sept. 21 for an unveiling ceremony of Heroes Memorial Park, located 1120 W. Rusk St. (66 Boat Ramp). The ceremony was a heartfelt tribute honoring the […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Oct. 18, 2024) — Our November issue is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes, but you can preview a digital version of our latest print edition right now by clicking the cover image below. For 13 years, we’ve been direct mailing our full color print edition FREE to about 17,500 […]
ROCKWALL, TX (October 18, 2024) – On Thursday, October 17th, 2024, just after 1:00am, Rockwall Police responded to a 911 call regarding an unresponsive male in the parking lot of a business in the 2100 block of Summer Lee Drive. Officers and Emergency Medical Services arrived and discovered a male subject who had been shot […]
GATESVILLE, TEXAS (October 17, 2024) – On Monday, October 7th, four United States Veterans from Florida and Texas embarked on a transformative journey as they began the two-week process of receiving Service Dogs from Patriot PAWS. The first week took place at the Lane Murray Unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), where […]
Rockwall, TX (October 11, 2024) – Twice a year a group of community members devoted to helping people and organizations in the county gather for an hour of inspiration. The group, Lakeside Leaders, with Lacy Deckard and Russ Porter spearheading the mission, are working to help nonprofits raise money and spread awareness. “Lakeside Leaders is […]
1st Place 2024 – Bob Minbiole – Carved Human/Animal/Caricatures Rockwall, TX (October 9, 2024) – Growing up in New Orleans, Bob Minbiole’s father introduced him to the art of woodcarving at the age of fifteen. With an Audubon book of birds in hand, they would work together creating the intricate works of art. But as […]
Rockwall, TX (October 8, 2024) – The 12th Annual Pink Party, hosted by Willis Fine Jewelry and Helping Hands, was an evening to remember, filled with community spirit, generosity, and heartfelt tributes. The event, held on October 3rd, saw an incredible turnout, all in support of women’s health services in Rockwall County. Guests enjoyed a […]
Rockwall, TX (October 7, 2024) – Please join Rockwall Art League on Wednesday, October 23, for the monthly meeting and demo featuring Michael O’Keefe. Michael will conduct a Live Model Life Drawing Class. If you would like to participate, please bring your own 11” x 14” or larger sketch pad and pencils and be ready […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) October 6, 2024 – Get into the holiday spirit at Rockwall’s Hometown Christmas event, happening all day Saturday, December 7, 2024. This festive celebration, presented by the City of Rockwall, promises a day packed with joyful activities for the entire family. The day begins at 9 AM with the beloved Kiwanis Christmas Parade, where […]
Lone Star CASA advocate Doug Pritchard and his wife Cynthia Pritchard ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 4, 2024) — This past September, Doug Pritchard marked an incredible 15 years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) with Lone Star CASA. Appointed by judges, CASA volunteers are critical in advocating for the safety and stability of children who […]