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Kaufman Commissioners Approve Committee For New Juvenile Detention Center
KAUFMAN—The Kaufman County Commissioners Court approved the formation of a committee to build a new Juvenile Detention Center. Officials stated that the county should own and operate this new facility. As Kaufman County continues to see record growth, local officials state that a Juvenile Detention Center is necessary to...
Federal aid granted to county governments in North Texas following major storms
15 counties have been added to the state's long list for help due to the severe weather and flooding that began April 26. Bosque, Cooke, Fannin, Hamilton Henderson, Kaufman, Rockwall, and Van Zandt counties are included in the latest round of federal disaster assistance. The announcement was made Tuesday morning...
New FEMA disaster recovery center opens in Dallas County
A disaster recovery center operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency opened at the Dallas College Eastfield Campus in Mesquite on July 2. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Dallas County residents have a new way and an extended deadline to seek aid following severe weather that tore through the region between April...
VFW Post 8785 supports the Mesquite community in variety of events
Since the 1960s, the Mesquite Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 8785 has served the community, offering a space for veterans to gather. Whether supporting students through scholarships or spotlighting students’ art in their post, the VFW 8785 aims to support Mesquite schools. Additionally, the organization helps Mesquite’s senior citizens centers and local business owners through two annual food drives to support those in need. Through events like Memorial Day and Veterans Day celebrations or Wreaths Across America, VFW Post 8785 also honors veterans throughout Texas.
Welcome to the 21st Century
Rockwall, TX-June 30, 2024 – Just because the people’s business is done in the “Historic” County Courthouse, doesn’t mean we should operate in a time warp. “Transparency is irrelevant if the citizens can’t see or hear you,” quips County Judge Frank New.
Economic Development Forum, Part 2
You’re invited to our Economic Development Forum, Part 2, scheduled for July 16, 2024, at Liberty Hall at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellowjacket Ln, from 5 to 7 pm. The forum will revisit a range of topics including county demographics, population projections in different areas, current and...
Rockwall County Democrats extend gratitude for CASA kids birthday contributions
Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2024) — The Rockwall County Democrats would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the CASA Kids Birthday Gift Bags initiative for the month of June. Your generous donations have brought joy and hope to many children under the care of Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates).
Rockwall Noon Rotary concludes record-setting year
Rockwall, TX (July 2, 2024) – Rockwall Noon Rotary held a celebratory year-end luncheon with awards, recognitions, and the passing of the gavel to the incoming board. Outgoing club president, Lorne Liechty provided a year in review detailing seven successful service projects including those with Food for Kids, North Texas Food Bank, Rockwall County Meals on Wheels, and Helping Hands. Through regular service Rotarians have distributed meals, helped prepare food baskets for local school students, made stuffed animals for Christmas toy drives, and helped provide much needed supplies to those who suffered from the wildfires in West Texas.
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