(ROCKWALL, TX – March 31, 2020) The Rockwall ISD released the following message today: Today Governor Greg Abbott ordered all Texas schools to remain closed through Friday, May 1. As a result, Rockwall ISD will extend our school closure through Friday, May 1, aligning with the Governor’s orders. The earliest possible return date for students […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – March 16, 2020) Hello Rockwall ISD Families, Understandably, this is a challenging and unprecedented time for our Rockwall ISD community of staff, students, and parents as we adjust our lives to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. We have communicated with all Rockwall ISD staff our important role, and that role is to […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 23, 2019) Some questions have arisen lately about a blue-green algae (or cyanobacteria) bloom in ponds, lakes and streams. The questions stem from a recent incident in Austin, as well as other cities across the country, where pets died after ingesting lake water affected by the blue-green algae. We consulted with […]
Response comes following questions about chlorine used in treatment process (WYLIE, tx – March 15, 2018) The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) officials assure the public that the processes used to treat and maintain the safety and quality of the district’s drinking meet federal and state standards. NTMWD is conducting a temporary 30-day proactive […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Sept. 7, 2017) Have you ever noticed water spots on your wine glasses before a dinner party? Or found your freshly washed clothes looking dingy? Do you drink bottled water to avoid the chemicals and hardness in your tap water? When water is disinfected by treatment plants before it enters your plumbing, […]
FATE, TX. (June 29, 2015) The City of Fate Department of Public Safety Chief Brian Griffith’s message reminds everyone of the dangers of Driving While Intoxicated. The Fate Department of Public Safety will focus enforcement efforts from 6/25 through 7/7 2015 with a goal of sober roadways in and around Fate. Drunk and drugged driving […]
ROCKWALL,TX. (August 19, 2014) As a new program to promote safer walking trails to local schools sweeps across the nation, Heath Mayor Lorne Liechty is not hesitating to include Heath’s schools in the initiative. The new Safe Routes to Schools program means Heath will see construction for a little while, but Liechty said it will […]
Atmos Energy Advises: Prepare for Winter DALLAS (October 30, 2013) – With winter on the horizon, Atmos Energy Corporation, one of the nation’s largest natural gas-only utilities, is reminding customers to sign up for service online before the winter rush. “We recently updgraded our online Account Center to help customers establish natural gas service, pay […]
October 17, 2012 – Halloween is a holiday that’s enjoyed much more by people than by pets, who don’t know that the miniature monsters and ghoulish goblins ringing the doorbell all night long aren’t real. “Dogs and cats can easily become frightened or agitated by the unaccustomed sights and sounds of trick-or-treaters and holiday festivities,” […]