Local teacher unveils sculpture to honor 9/11 first responders

Local teacher unveils sculpture to honor 9/11 first responders

ROWLETT, TX (Sept. 11, 2023) Jon Millet, a Rowlett resident and teacher at Trinity Christian Academy (TCA) in Addison, unveiled his sculpture honoring first responders who served on September 11, 2001. In partnership with the Rowlett Arts & Humanities Commission, Millet was selected to design and build a one-of-a-kind sculpture commemorating the bravery of first […]

Rockwall ISD 6th grader donates contest winnings to local animal shelter

Rockwall ISD 6th grader donates contest winnings to local animal shelter

HEATH, TX (Sept. 9, 2023) In an inspiring turn of events at a back-to-school lock-in party for 6th graders, Rockwall ISD student Rachel Gilmore emerged as the winner of a “heads or tails” contest, converting her prize into a meaningful donation. Rachel was awarded a $100 prize, which she enthusiastically chose to donate to the […]

First Baptist Church Heath to host Fall-O-Ween Jesus trunk-or-treat event

First Baptist Church Heath to host Fall-O-Ween Jesus trunk-or-treat event

HEATH, TX (Sept. 8, 2023) Are you Fall-O-Ween Jesus? First Baptist Church of Heath, located at 224 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032, invites the community to their annual Fall Festival, 4:30 to 7 p.m Sunday, Oct. 29. The event promises fun for the whole family with activities including hayrides, bounce houses, games, cake walk, trunk-or-treat, […]

Local husband and wife open neighborhood pet store to put a playful twist on pet product shopping

Local husband and wife open neighborhood pet store to put a playful twist on pet product shopping

Pet Supplies Plus of Fate to Offer Array of Natural Foods, Toys, Goods & Hassle-Free Services  FATE, TX (Sept. 7, 2023) – Pet Supplies Plus opened a location on August 18th at 5000 East I-30, Suite 140 in Fate and is offering local pet parents a hassle-free way to find better products for their pets, […]

Holy Trinity to host Blessing of the Animals service with Patriot PAWS meet-and-greet

Holy Trinity to host Blessing of the Animals service with Patriot PAWS meet-and-greet

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Sept. 7, 2023) Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church invites you to St. Francis of Assisi Blessing of the Animals Service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at 1524 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032. Bring your leashed or crated pet friends for a blessing! All are welcome to attend and your loved one […]

Visit Rockwall Art League’s 23rd Annual Juried Fine Art Show & Sale, Sept. 22-30

Visit Rockwall Art League’s 23rd Annual Juried Fine Art Show & Sale, Sept. 22-30

ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 6, 2023) Rockwall Art League (RAL) is proud to present the 23rd Annual Juried Fine Art Show & Sale, September 22nd – September 30th at Cavender Nissan of Rockwall. This is the RAL signature event of the year. We’re excited to announce the move to a beautiful new venue that provides more space and […]

Gonzalez family of Rockwall garners big wins at State Fair of Texas

Gonzalez family of Rockwall garners big wins at State Fair of Texas

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 29, 2023) The Gonzalez family of Rockwall loves their family craft time, and it shows! Together they’ve garnered several wins and honorable mentions at the State Fair of Texas creative arts competition. Emme Journey, a first grader at Amy Parks-Heath Elementary, placed third in ceramics and handpainted, China; honorable mention in painted […]

As Labor Day nears, Rockwall County Constable Randy Parks, Pct. 4, urges drivers to exercise caution

As Labor Day nears, Rockwall County Constable Randy Parks, Pct. 4, urges drivers to exercise caution

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 29, 2023) As we approach Labor Day and the upcoming holiday season, the Rockwall County Constable’s Office, Precinct 4, is urging Texas travelers to always celebrate responsibly and to always make safe driving habits a priority, and especially during heavily traveled periods. “As Texans travel to be with friends and family this […]

Tour times announced for Rockwall Haunted History/Ghost Walks

Tour times announced for Rockwall Haunted History/Ghost Walks

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 28, 2023)  History buff and longtime Rockwall resident Gina Pickett looks forward to leading more Rockwall Ghost Walks through Downtown Rockwall this October. Tours will be held every Friday and Saturday throughout Halloween month. Blue Ribbon News ventured out on a ghost walk with Gina a couple year back.  We enjoyed dinner […]

Big Tex Choice Awards winners announced

Big Tex Choice Awards winners announced

DALLAS, TX (Aug. 28, 2023) The tastiest time of the year is here! The culmination of hard work, sweat, and oil in creating the most appetizing Fair foods. The 19th Annual Big Tex® Choice Awards was one to be remembered. After tasting all 10 foods and evaluating each time, the all-star panel of judges tallied […]