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 safety campaign marks National Work Zone Awareness Week by reminding Texans of a simple but critical message: slow down, stay alert, and drive safely through […]
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 from 123 countries and 50 states gave it their all at the 2026 Boston Marathon. Proudly representing Rockwall in the 26.2 mile race were seven […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 22, 2026) Meals on Wheels Senior Services is preparing for the Older Americans Day Celebration. This year’s theme is “Champion Your Health.” Each May, Rockwall County organizations, the five city mayors, city government, and individuals nominate several outstanding seniors (or those who serve them) to receive an award for making a […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2026) This summer you can ‘Unearth A Story’ at the Rockwall County Library. There are summer reading club programs for all ages (children, teens, and adults)! The Summer Reading Club begins on Monday, June 1. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and a Kick-Off event with dinosaur-themed games and crafts for children […]
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, CT shortly before she became the centerpiece of the national submarine memorial. (April 21, 2026) On Saturday, June 20, 2026 the National Museum of the […]
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 are eligible to ride free. The service area includes Kaufman County, Rockwall County, Seagoville, Balch Springs, Mesquite, DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Duncanville, Hutchins, Lancaster and Wilmer. […]
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. The forum, hosted by the City of Rockwall on April 9, features candidates for the contested Rockwall City Council seats and is available for viewing […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 20, 2026) Everyone is welcome to attend the Rockwall County Mayors’ Prayer Breakfast on National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 7, 2026 at The Center (108 E. Washington, Rockwall). Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and the program will run from 8 to 9.
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 20, 2026) During the Friends of the Rockwall County Library’s sold-out April meeting, the slate for the FOL Board was approved by unanimous vote. New officers will be installed at the May meeting. The 2026-2027 Friends of the Library Board will include: President – Kelli Delozier President Elect – Leigh Wilcoxson 1st […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 20, 2026) This past Saturday, April 18, New Citizen Certificates were presented to members of our community who recently became U.S. citizens. Rockwall County Judge Frank New administered the Naturalization Oath of Allegiance to the United States of America. Patriotic Singers Gail Lasky, Barbara Matthews, Jamie Rubush, and Debbie Weigant opened […]