(MCLENDON-CHISHOLM, TX – Oct. 8, 2019) The City of McLendon-Chisholm will host a 50th anniversary celebration from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct 19 at City Hall, 1371 W. 550. Everyone is invited to enjoy cake and ice cream, family games, bounce houses, a vintage tractor display, hay rides, DJ, Christmas tree planting and more at […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 8, 2019) On Tuesday October 8, 2019, a Rockwall County jury convicted Houston resident Richard Dick Joles, 61, of the third degree felony offense of Exploitation of an Elderly Individual. After the same jury heard additional punishment evidence, they sentenced the defendant to seven (7) years in prison. Jurors heard testimony that […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 7, 2019) Kailei is the daughter of Anh and Robert Ozuna. She currently holds the position of Head Junior Varsity Instructor for the Stingerettes and also served as a Junior JVI her Junior year. Kailei was also named Miss Perfect Beautiful! She serves the Rockwall community through Girls 4 God and […]
Visit Tractor Supply in Royse City to participate in ‘Clover Campaign’ (ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 7, 2019) Millions of youth, parents, volunteers and alumni across the country are celebrating everything 4-H during National 4-H Week, October 6-12, 2019. 4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization that cultivates confident kids who tackle the issues that matter […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Sept. 18, 2019) Following a sold-out Harvest Moon Walking Tour this past Friday the 13th, history buff and longtime Rockwall resident Gina Pickett looks forward to leading more Rockwall Ghost Walks (also known as the Rockwall Legends Walk) beginning Saturday, Oct. 5. Blue Ribbon News ventured out on a summer ghost walk […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Sept. 23, 2019) The Friday Study Club, recognized as Rockwall’s oldest women’s club, celebrated its 100th Anniversary Tea on Sept. 20 at the Liberty Hall in the Rockwall County Courthouse. The lovely Tea was well appointed with formal white tablecloths, flower bouquets, silver, a catered luncheon, professional photographer, and harpist. The event was […]
Festival of Trees Gala set for Nov. 23 (ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 6, 2019) The fall season may be in full swing, but Helping Hands of Rockwall is already gearing up for its biggest fundraiser and one of the most exciting holiday events of the year – the Festival of Trees! The 10th annual event spans […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 3, 2019) The Crave Café at the Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy recently had their first open night for the 2019-2020 school year. More than 150 people showed up in the three hours it was open. The goal of the Crave Café is teaching students how to operate a successful […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 3, 2019) Rockwall Parks and Recreation Department took 1st Place in this year’s TRAPS North Region Maintenance Rodeo! They also hosted the event after winning it last year. Teams and competitors that place qualify to compete in the State Parks Maintenance Rodeo in Feb in Galveston. Our very own Parks Superintendent Brian […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX – Oct. 4, 2019) Amy Parks-Heath Elementary celebrated “Texas Week” with their traditional Bluebonnet Stomp! Students wore their school shirts with western wear and gathered to sing songs about Texas and “stomp” bluebonnet seeds into the ground. The older students even provided fun entertainment by performing traditional line dancing. The main goal of the […]