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Posted on: October 2, 2023

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Rockwall County is participating in the 20th Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Founded in 2004, Cybersecurity Awareness Month, held each October, is the world’s foremost initiative aimed at promoting cybersecurity awareness and best practices. Cybersecurity ...

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Posted on: September 26, 2023

National 4-H Week

National 4 H Week

September 26, 2023 - At the request of County Extension Agents, Todd Williams and Aimee Sandifeer, the Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court declare October 1-7, 2023 as “National 4-H Week.”

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Posted on: September 26, 2023

D-Day for V-Day

D Day for V Day

September 26, 2023 - As a result of a requested proclamation by Lorna Kipphut with the Terry Fisher American Legion Post #117, the Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court declare November 10, 2023 as “D-Day for V-Day” i...

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Posted on: September 12, 2023

Courthouse Lights Out

courthouse at night

You may notice the County Courthouse is darker than usual.  To support local bird migration, the Rockwall County Commissioner's Court voted to turn off all non-essential overnight lights starting today and going through October 29th from...

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Posted on: September 6, 2023

Rockwall County Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey

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Calling all Rockwall County residents.  We need your help in filling out a survey for our Hazard Mitigation Plan.  The Survey should take about 10 minutes to complete. Please click here to take the survey.

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Posted on: August 8, 2023

Rockwall County Burn Ban

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Burn fan in effect.

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Posted on: August 23, 2023

Recognition of Royse City Police Officers

Royse City Officers

Recognition of Royse City Police Officers

August 22, 2023 - The Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court passed resolutions honoring Royse City Police Officers Michael Baley, Johnie Clark and John Bivins for their bravery and outstanding execution of...

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Posted on: July 26, 2023

Employee of the Quarter – 2nd Quarter 2023

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Employee of the Quarter – 2nd Quarter 2023

July 25, 2023 – Congratulations to Veronica Martinez of the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 office for being selected as the Rockwall County Employee of the Quarter!

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Posted on: July 26, 2023

Law Enforcement Employee of the Quarter – 2nd Quarter 2023

Briar Butner

Law Enforcement Employee of the Quarter – 2nd Quarter 2023

July 25, 2023 – Congratulations to Communications Officer, Briar Butner, of the Sheriff’s Office for being selected as the Rockwall County Law Enforcement Employee of ...

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Posted on: July 13, 2023

Terry Fisher American Legion Post 117

Boys Girls State Participants

Terry Fisher American Legion Post 117 – 2023 Boys/Girls State participants
July 11, 2023 - During this week’s Commissioners’ Court meeting, the Court recognized the Terry Fisher American Legion Post 117 - 2023 Boys/Gi...
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Posted on: July 13, 2023

Recognition of Honorable Mark Russo

Mark Russo

July 11, 2023– Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court recognized the Honorable Mark Russo and his Justice of the Peace Court Precinct 3, for being honored as one of the first to be recognized by the Texas Judicial Council as a J...

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Posted on: May 10, 2023

Older Americans Month

Older Americans Month

May 9, 2023 – Older Americans Month 2023 was recognized by the Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court through a resolution. (Image by Age Safe America)

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Posted on: May 10, 2023

Rockwall County Library Advisory Board

Library Advisory Board Resolution

May 9, 2023 - The Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court approved a resolution at the request of Janice P. Carson, Ph.D., Chair, concerning the Rockwall County Library Advisory Board, honoring Lynn Fate for her service in providing books to the ho...

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Posted on: May 10, 2023

National Police Week

National Police Week

May 9, 2023 - National Police Week was recognized by the Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court and celebrated with local law enforcement.

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

County Agent Presentation

Ellee

April 25, 2023 - The Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court and County Extension Agent, Todd Williams, recognized Ellee Spearman in court yesterday. Ellee has participated in the County’s 4-H program for 10 years. Mr. Williams d...

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

Employee of the Quarter – 1st Quarter 2023

Diana Sanchez EOQ

April 25, 2023 -  Congratulations to Diana Sanchez of the Tax Assessor’s Office for being selected as the Rockwall County Employee of the Quarter!

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Posted on: April 26, 2023

Law Enforcement Employee of the Quarter – 1st Quarter 2023

Manning EOQ

April 25, 2023 – Congratulations to Sergeant Michael Manning of the Sheriff’s Office for being selected as the Rockwall County Law Enforcement Employee of the Quarter!

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Posted on: April 20, 2023

I-30 Expansion Groundbreaking Ceremony

Groundbreaking

April 13, 2023 – The Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court celebrated the I-30 expansion project by participating in the groundbreaking ceremony.

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Posted on: April 20, 2023

Discovery Statue Dedication

Discovery Statue

April 13, 2023 – The Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court celebrated the dedication of the Discovery Statue. Rockwall City Council commissioned the project, which was directed by local artist, Jim Bryant. The Discovery Statue can be enjoyed on the Southea...

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Posted on: March 29, 2023

Resolution

150 YR Recog_Sheriffs Office

March 28, 2023 – The Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court approved a Resolution honoring the Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office on the occasion of its 150th Anniversary.

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Posted on: March 29, 2023

Service Recognition

Lorne Liechty

March 28, 2023 – The Rockwall County Commissioners’ Court honored Lorne Liechty for his years of service and leadership to Rockwall County as the Chairman of the Historic Commission.

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Posted on: December 13, 2022

Law Enforcement Employee of the Year – 2022

Susan EOQ with Court

December 8, 2022 – Congratulations to Susan Hemphill of the Sheriff’s Office for being selected as the Rockwall County Law Enforcement Employee of the Year!

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Posted on: December 13, 2022

Employee of the Year – 2022

Colter EOY

December 8, 2022 – Congratulations to Colter Burns of the Information Technology department for being selected as the Rockwall County Employee of the Year!

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Posted on: November 18, 2022

Rockwall County Outer Loop

outer loop

Rockwall County, in coordination with the Texas Department of Transportation Dallas District, is currently developing two studies for the Rockwall County Outer Loop. An alternative analysis and feasibility study is being conducted from FM 1138 near the Ro...

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