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Rockwall mother asks County Library to change “outdated” policy

Rockwall mother asks County Library to change “outdated” policy

ROCKWALL – LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear County Commissioners: Good afternoon.  I am writing you to ask you to revise an outdated policy at the Rockwall County Library.  My husband has had a library card for years, but I did not request one until a month ago.  When I went in, I was told I [...]

September 28 2011 | Posted in Community, Opinions | Read More »

Outgoing Mayor Cecil, Council members Farris, Scott deserve our thanks

Outgoing Mayor Cecil, Council members Farris, Scott deserve our thanks

ROCKWALL – Outgoing Rockwall Mayor Bill Cecil (above and left) and Council members Glen Farris (center) and Matt Scott were rightly honored at last week’s City Council meeting when each was presented with a proclamation by the City stating that May 16, 2011 was Mayor William R. Cecil Day, Glen Farris Day and Matthew R. [...]

May 25 2011 | Posted in Featured, Government, Opinions | Read More »

Attorney says Aqua Texas fleecing Lake Rockwall Estates residents 5x too much for water

Attorney says Aqua Texas fleecing Lake Rockwall Estates residents 5x too much for water

(Letter to the Editor) ROCKWALL – I would like to give high marks to the Rockwall Mayor and City Council for their efforts to provide municipal services to the recently annexed Lake Rockwall Estates (LRE). They have demonstrated true commitment and compassion for the residents of LRE, particularly in the fight to provide affordable utilities. [...]

May 5 2011 | Posted in Community, Opinions | Read More »

Million-dollar boat docks at The Harbor a bad idea during tough economic times

Million-dollar boat docks at The Harbor a bad idea during tough economic times

Editorial Opinion by J.J. Smith. I’ve heard a lot of talk around town between people questioning the Rockwall City Council’s 6-0 decision Oct. 19 to invest nearly $1 million dollars into increasing the number of boat docks at The Harbor from the current nine to 35-40. Construction is expected to be completed during the summer of 2010. [...]

November 24 2009 | Posted in Featured, Government, Opinions | Read More »