Hero Huddle closes out first nine weeks at Rockwall’s Hamm Elementary

Hero Huddle closes out first nine weeks at Rockwall’s Hamm Elementary

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 12, 2020 – Hamm Elementary family recently celebrated all of the amazing things accomplished throughout the first term by hosting their first Virtual Hero Huddle. From celebrating the PTO fundraiser surpassing their goal and raising $16,255, to watching some of their favorite teachers get pied in the face, to honoring students […]

Former elementary student sends Rockwall teachers on shopping spree

Former elementary student sends Rockwall teachers on shopping spree

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 12, 2020 – Nebbie Williams Elementary School teachers were recently surprised with a school supply shopping spree, courtesy of a former Nebbie Williams student, Lance Carter. Lance is currently a junior at Rockwall High School, and was concerned when he heard about the extra expenses that were being incurred in an […]

Rockwall ISD announces National Merit Commended, Hispanic Scholars, and Achievement Scholars

Rockwall ISD announces National Merit Commended, Hispanic Scholars, and Achievement Scholars

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 12, 2020 – Rockwall ISD is proud to announce seven National Merit Commended, four National Hispanic Scholars and two National Achievement Scholars. The seven National Merit Commended students are among the top 5% throughout the nation recognized for their exceptional academic promise. The National Hispanic Recognition Program, established in 1983, is […]

Free Shredding Day for Rockwall residents Nov. 21

Free Shredding Day for Rockwall residents Nov. 21

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 11, 2020 – The City of Rockwall will host a FREE Shred Day from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 21 in the parking lot of City Hall, 385 S. Goliad Street. Residents with household papers that need shredding are welcome to bring them for shredding! Blue Ribbon News staff report.  […]

TRU by Hilton Rockwall Dallas celebrates grand opening today

TRU by Hilton Rockwall Dallas celebrates grand opening today

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 12, 2020 – The TRU by Hilton in Rockwall-Dallas today celebrated its official Grand Opening. The co-owners of the new hotel, Bill Margaritis and McNeill Hotel Company, announced that the McNeill Hotel Company will oversee all management and operations of the new hotel. Rockwall is a fast growing suburb along the […]

Rockwall County District Attorney to participate in leadership development program

Rockwall County District Attorney to participate in leadership development program

County Official Selected for Leadership 254 AUSTIN, TX – Nov. 10, 2020 – The Texas Association of Counties has selected Rockwall County District Attorney Kenda Culpepper to receive a scholarship and participate in Leadership 254, its leadership development program for county officials. The program is designed to advance the leadership skills of county officials to […]

USDA Forest Service grants veterans, Gold Star families free access to national forests, grasslands

USDA Forest Service grants veterans, Gold Star families free access to national forests, grasslands

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2020 – Without those brave men and women that served our country and uniform, and without the support of their families, our nation would not be what it is today. To show our gratitude for their selfless service, the USDA Forest Service today announced it will offer U.S. military veterans and Gold […]

Veterans eat free at Dodie’s Rockwall on Veteran’s Day

Veterans eat free at Dodie’s Rockwall on Veteran’s Day

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 10, 2020 – Veterans eat free on Veteran’s Day at Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor in Rockwall.  Veterans may choose from Dodie’s special Veterans Day Menu. The offer is dine-in only on Nov. 11, 2020, and cannot be combined with any other offers; show military ID.  Dodie’s Rockwall is a […]