Meet ‘Hero Dog’ candidate at Patriot Paws fundraising event (VIDEO)

Meet ‘Hero Dog’ candidate at Patriot Paws fundraising event (VIDEO)

Video by DFW Reporting. Support Patriot Paws Service Dogs by attending a fundraising event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 12 at Culver’s Restaurant on Ridge Road in Rockwall. The American Humane Association, sponsored by Betty White, is currently running a Hero Dog Awards contest. Richard and his service dog, Wendy, is the […]

American Idol watch party for Hollie Cavanagh on May 9

UPDATE – click here for latest news: McKinney hosts homecoming celebration, parade for American Idol finalist Hollie Cavanagh this weekend Town Square Buzz and MPAC to host celebration to support Hollie Cavanagh (McKinney) May 7, 2012 – The McKinney Performing Arts Center and Town Square Buzz are once again hosting a watch party as local resident Hollie […]

Harbor Lights maiden voyage benefits Helping Hands

Harbor Lights maiden voyage benefits Helping Hands

(Lake Ray Hubbard) May 7, 2012 – Harbor Lights, the newest venture of Scott and Jan Self, was filled with supporters and friends of Rockwall County Helping Hands Saturday night. Guests enjoyed a spectacular sunset on Lake Ray Hubbard and even more beautiful moon rise during a three hour cruise on the eastern shore of […]

After surviving one of life’s greatest trials, Frisco mom Joy Cruse spreads message of hope

After surviving one of life’s greatest trials, Frisco mom Joy Cruse spreads message of hope

Joy Cruse pens “Hope Transformed” to help raise awareness of the dire need for childhood cancer research funding Joy Cruse is a mom with a mission. She is determined that her son Connor’s death from cancer is not in vain. And she’s committed to keeping her vow to Connor that she’d do everything she could […]

AstroDad educates, entertains Nebbie Williams students

(Rockwall ISD) May 7, 2012 – Nebbie Williams Elementary recently hosted Max Corneau, a NASA Solar System Ambassador. Corneau shared his enthusiasm for space with all students and allowed for students to look through his solar telescope. Corneau, aka AstroDad, is also a Blue Ribbon News special contributor. Read some of his latest columns here: […]

Sunshine, signatures at Chic Fest

Sunshine, signatures at Chic Fest

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Blue Ribbon News booth during Chic Fest at The Harbor on Saturday, May 5. We enjoyed meeting so many Blue Ribbon News fans face-to-face and making new friends, too. We are drawing names of several prize winners today from among those who dropped their business cards in the […]

Royse City recognizes May’s Yard of the Month

(Royse City) May 5, 2012 – Congratulations to Wanda Nelson at 1116 Walnut Street in Royse City for being chosen as the Royse City Chamber of Commerce Yard of the Month winner. The purpose of the program is to recognize Royse City’s citizens who demonstrate above-average efforts in maintaining their property, thereby contributing to the […]

In unity on National Day of Prayer

On Thursday, May 3rd, I drove over to Rockwall City Hall. I’d read about a noon-time gathering planned for the National Day of Prayer (NDP). Sure enough, I saw red, white and blue balloons and people in non-business attire making their way toward the front of the tall building. Attending a NDP gathering seems a […]

Adoption events at Camp Diggy Bones, Wylie Pet Smart

(Wylie) May 4, 2012 – Rockwall Animal Rescue will host an adoption event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 12 at Camp Diggy Bones, located on Highway 78 in Lavon. They will also be at the at the Wylie PetSmart on Saturday, May 19. Stop by and help save a life by adopting of one of their […]