Rockwall, TX (September 19, 2023) – The National Merit Scholarship Program has selected four Rockwall ISD students as part of the 1% in the country named National Merit Scholar Semifinalists. Congratulations to Rockwall High School students Kaley C. and James K. and Rockwall-Heath High School students Johnpaul R. and Trevor S. More than 16,000 semifinalists […]
ROCKWALL, TX – September 18, 2023 – At their meeting tonight, Monday September 18, the Rockwall City Council voted to adopt a rate below the no new revenue tax rate (formerly known as the effective rate), which continues a decadelong trend to decrease the tax rate for Rockwall residents. The approved tax rate is once […]
Rockwall, TX (September 19, 2023) – NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com. Recognitions Congratulations to outstanding students and student groups recognized by the Board of Trustees for the following accomplishments: • National Merit Semifinalists – Congratulations to the four […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 15, 2023) Lakeside Leaders, formerly known as 100 Business Leaders of Rockwall, gathered for their first meeting of 2023 and were joined by eight local nonprofits at Standard Service on Thursday, September 14. Lakeside Leader members and local nonprofit representatives met and three of the nonprofits in attendance were randomly selected to […]
Rockwall, Texas – September 14, 2023 – Four new members have been selected for the City of Rockwall’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC) for the new school year. In addition, eight members will return to the leadership organization. YAC helps teach high school-aged students about local government, while providing them with opportunities to hone their leadership skills. The […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 13, 2023) This week, 382nd District Judge Brett Hall sentenced Dallas County resident Keith Bernard Burkins to thirty (30) years in prison for the offenses of Possession with Intent to Deliver Cocaine in an amount of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by […]
HEATH, TX (Sept. 9, 2023) In an inspiring turn of events at a back-to-school lock-in party for 6th graders, Rockwall ISD student Rachel Gilmore emerged as the winner of a “heads or tails” contest, converting her prize into a meaningful donation. Rachel was awarded a $100 prize, which she enthusiastically chose to donate to the […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Sept. 7, 2023) Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church invites you to St. Francis of Assisi Blessing of the Animals Service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at 1524 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032. Bring your leashed or crated pet friends for a blessing! All are welcome to attend and your loved one […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 6, 2023) Rockwall Art League (RAL) is proud to present the 23rd Annual Juried Fine Art Show & Sale, September 22nd – September 30th at Cavender Nissan of Rockwall. This is the RAL signature event of the year. We’re excited to announce the move to a beautiful new venue that provides more space and […]
Rockwall, TX (September 6, 2023) – In an effort to prioritize the safety and well-being of players, staff and attendees, the Rockwall High School vs. Prosper High School varsity football game on Friday, Sept. 8 at the Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium has been delayed by 30 minutes due to extreme high temperatures. Friday’s game coincides with […]