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City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/20 11:41A

Weekly wrap-up of City operations, projects, events, news, and meetings. Great info - all in one place!

Rockwall’s J.E.R. Chilton YMCA invites area educators to the Annual Teachers Prayer Breakfast on...

Blue Ribbon News 6/19 9:22A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (June 19, 2025) The annual J.E.R. Chilton YMCA Teachers Prayer Breakfast, dedicated to the professional educators who serve area schools and districts, is scheduled for Wednesday, July 30 at 6:45a.m. An open invitation is extended to...

Bridge Closure Notice: Liberty Grove Road Bridge

City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/12 9:01A

Two lanes of the Liberty Grove Road Bridge over Cottonwood Creek (between Elm Grove Road and Liberty Grove Road/Stonewall Road) are now closed for emergency repairs as part of a Dallas County project. Closed through June 30, 2025.

Juneteenth Brunch on the Block - Cancelled

City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/12 6:16A

We’re disappointed to share that the Juneteenth Brunch on the Block event scheduled for Saturday, June 14 has been cancelled.

Rockwall County CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) training open to the public

Blue Ribbon News 6/11 8:51A Melanie M

Rockwall County (June 11, 2025) The Rockwall Sheriff’s Office is hosting a CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) training on Saturday June 28th from 9am – 12pm inside Liberty Hall at the Rockwall County Courthouse at 1111 E. Yellow...

Rockwall County Commissioners Court County Court honors Library Friends, Women Veterans, and Boys &...

Blue Ribbon News 6/10 11:48A Editor

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (June 10, 2025)  The Rockwall County Commissioners Court recognized the Friends of the Rockwall County Library for their dedication to supporting the library through their time, funding, and involvement in lifelong learning....

Rockwall County Commissioner John Stacy announces plans to seek second term

Blue Ribbon News 6/10 10:14A Melanie M

Rockwall County (June 10, 2025) Commissioner John Stacy is excited to announce that he will be seeking a second term in office. “I ran on a simple platform of being a full-time commissioner, curtail spending, and being a voice for the people of...

Kids Kingdom Temporarily Closed (Tuesday, June 11 - Saturday, June 14)

City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/10 8:56A

Kids Kingdom playground at Pecan Grove Park will be closed for repairs June 11 - June 14. Work crews will be replacing worn and damaged parts on the main play structure to help keep this beloved playground safe and fun for everyone.

Public Notice: Wastewater Spill Notification

City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/9 6:42A

From Wednesday, June 4 at 7:00am until Friday, June 6 at 11:55pm, approximately 140,000 gallons of wastewater was spilled from the collection system on Liberty Grove between Chiesa and Princeton roads.

June 7, 2025 Runoff Election Results

City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/8 5:23A

All results are unofficial until canvassed.

Emergency repairs complete after sewer main collapse in Rowlett

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 6/5 3:47A Alanna Quillen

After a night of uncertainty and frustration for some Rowlett residents, emergency crews have successfully completed repairs on a collapsed sewer main in the northeast part of the city. The City of Rowlett issued an alert just after 9 p.m....

Mosquitos test positive for the West Nile Virus - ground spraying to occur.

City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/4 12:11P

Mosquitos testing positive for the West Nile Virus were discovered in Zone 2. Dallas County will perform ground spraying in the affected areas Wednesday, June 4 and Thursday, June 5 during the overnight hours.

Fireworks on Main: Friday, July 4 (5pm - 10pm) at Pecan Grove Park

City of Rowlett - News Flash 6/2 8:58A

Celebrate Independence Day with us at Fireworks on Main—Rowlett’s biggest and brightest event of the summer! Featuring the Emerald City Band. Food Trucks, Vendors, Kids Zone, and a Spectacular Fireworks show to close out the night! Admission is...

Rockwall County officially named Marriage Capital of Texas

Blue Ribbon News 5/31 5:56A Editor

ROCKWALL, TX (May 30, 2025)  Rockwall County Clerk Jennifer Fogg is excited to announce that Rockwall County has officially been designated as the Marriage Capital of Texas! This recognition was established through the Senate Concurrent...

Rockwall County Constable Dan Otto retires

Blue Ribbon News 5/29 4:15A Melanie M

Rockwall, TX (May 29, 2025) Dan Otto has called Rockwall County home since 1981 and is proud to be a part of this community. Following graduation from Rockwall High School in 1990, Dan proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Gulf War and was...