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Texas Pearl National Charity League Celebrates Seniors 2026

Texas Pearl National Charity League Celebrates Seniors 2026

Front Row (from left): Madison Smith, Hannah Radebaugh, Ava Northcutt, Emma Fishman, Camille Barkley, Makayla Schulte, Parker Brott, Blythe Barkley, Lexi Samples, Ella Canaday, Kaitlyn Perez, Campbell Cilio. Back Row…

TxDOT’s Cone Cowboy Says ‘Slow Down in Work Zones’

TxDOT’s Cone Cowboy Says ‘Slow Down in Work Zones’

SAN ANGELO (April 23, 2026) — There’s a monster cowboy in San Angelo and he’s tipping his hat to safe drivers. Every year, TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart” work zone…

Hometown Strong: Rockwall Women Go the Distance at Boston Marathon

Hometown Strong: Rockwall Women Go the Distance at Boston Marathon

Friends and family traveled to Boston to cheer on seven Rockwall runners who competed in the 130th annual Boston Marathon.   ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2026)  More than 30,000 elite runners…

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Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Kate Axum

Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Kate Axum

HEATH, TX (April 24, 2026) For Rockwall-Heath High School senior Kate Axum, dance has been a journey built on determination and hard work. The daughter of Debra and Marc Axum,…

Plan ahead for Rockwall Founders Day

Plan ahead for Rockwall Founders Day

Let’s Celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd Birthday! Saturday, May 16 from 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Downtown Rockwall and Harry Myers Park Rockwall is throwing one big birthday bash and you’re invited!…

J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall Names Ronny Pewitt Volunteer of the Year at YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas 140th Annual Celebration with Fellow Honorees

J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall Names Ronny Pewitt Volunteer of the Year at YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas 140th Annual Celebration with Fellow Honorees

ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2026) — The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas hosted its 140th Annual Celebration on Thursday, April 16 at the Hilton Anatole, recognizing volunteers whose dedication supports the…

Rockwall Son Honors WWII Submarine Legacy at Nimitz Museum

Rockwall Son Honors WWII Submarine Legacy at Nimitz Museum

A treasured memory shared by longtime Rockwall resident and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Max Corneau with his own son, Justin, 3, when they visited the Flasher conning tower in Groton,…

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Ride Free to Vote with STAR Transit

Ride Free to Vote with STAR Transit

TERRELL, TX — 4/20/2026 — STAR Transit is offering free, round-trip rides to local polling places during the upcoming local elections.  All registered voters within the STAR Transit service area…

Rockwall Candidate Forum Livestream Reshared as Early Voting Begins

Rockwall Candidate Forum Livestream Reshared as Early Voting Begins

ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — As early voting gets underway, Blue Ribbon News is resharing its Facebook livestream of the recent City Council Candidate Forum, following multiple community requests.…

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In-Sync Exotics to Host Overnight Campout Experience

In-Sync Exotics to Host Overnight Campout Experience

WYLIE, TX (April 21, 2026) — In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Educational Center invites the community to experience the wild in a whole new way during its upcoming “Lions and…

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Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Adriana Marquez

Heath Highstepper Senior Spotlight: Adriana Marquez

HEATH, TX (April 20, 2026) Adriana Marquez, a senior at Rockwall-Heath High School and the daughter of Chastity and Pablo Marquez, serves as Council President of the Heath…

Rockwall High School Celebrates Class of 2026 Top 10 Students

Rockwall High School Celebrates Class of 2026 Top 10 Students

ROCKWALL, TX (April 19, 2026)  The Rockwall High School Top 10 students and their families were celebrated during a luncheon hosted by Principal Dane Steinberger, high school administration,…

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