Chamber hosts ribbon cutting for Chad Caudill, Paychex

(Rockwall) July 2, 2013 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Chad Caudill and Paychex with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Chad Caudill, the Rockwall representative from Paychex (the largest payroll provider for small businesses in the U.S.), says he is thrilled to be a part of the Rockwall Chamber of Commerce. He is […]

‘No Refusal’ in effect for Rockwall County July 4th holiday week

(Rockwall County) July 2, 2013 – Law Enforcement agencies from across Rockwall County will conduct a “No Refusal Program” during the July 4th holiday week.   This is a program whereby a warrant will be sought to draw an individual’s blood for analysis if an officer has probable cause to believe that individual has been driving […]

Meet Cricket, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(Rockwall) July 1, 2013 – We always have good news here at Blue Ribbon News, and today’s no exception. We’ve discovered a dog who’s good news for cat lovers. If you’re a dedicated cat person who’s never been sure about introducing a dog to your family, you’ve got to meet Cricket. She’s a Japanese Chin, […]

Heat was on for Rockwall Chamber’s Caddyshack tourney

(Rockwall) July 1, 2013 – Team Tobacco Box may have tried to smoke the competition, but several teams were hot on their trail at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce’s Rockwall Open Caddyshack Golf Tournament. Congratulations to first place finishers Bill Heard, Bo Hartline, Donnie Gray and Harvey Rippy. More than 30 teams competed in […]

Rockwall Chamber recognizes Special Products & Mfg as Partner of the Month

(Rockwall) July 1, 2013 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce celebrates the achievements of local businesses and community organizations by featuring one outstanding business or organization each month. The Partner Spotlight of the Month is awarded to companies who have recognized and can demonstrate the added value of being a Chamber member. The Rockwall Area Chamber […]

Q&A with North Texas photographer Jack Palmer

(Rockwall) June 30, 2013 –Jack Palmer has always loved taking pictures of his surroundings: places, objects and people. At age 9, he began capturing images of the world around him. In 2007, he turned his passion into a profession. From architectural, commercial, event and corporate photography to awe-inspiring landscape shots, many of Jack’s photographs document […]

Blue Ribbon News announces first Sail with Scott winner

DRAWING EVERY FRIDAY (Rockwall) June 29, 2013 – Congratulations to this week’s winner – Holly Randolph Lyons of Rockwall – whose name was just drawn from among our Blue Ribbon News DFW readers to win a FREE shared cruise for two with Sail with Scott aboard Harbor Lights, Seawolf or the new Bucket List. Here’s how you can be next THREE […]

Harbor FreedomFest features fireworks, live music

Harbor FreedomFest features fireworks, live music

(Rockwall Harbor, Lake Ray Hubbard) June 28, 2013 – Celebrate our nation’s independence with fireworks, live music and family festivities from 4 to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 30 at The Harbor in Rockwall, located on the east shore of Lake Ray Hubbard. Please click here to LIKE Blue Ribbon News on Facebook to win prize drawings, […]

Fireworks & live music at Harry Myers Park July 4th

(Rockwall) June 28, 2013 – Amber Carrington is the latest addition to the Independence Day festivities at Harry Myers Park in Rockwall on Thursday, July 4. There will be live music from Treeside beginning at 5 p.m., Random Axis at 7 p.m., and The Voice semi-finalist Amber Carrington at 8:45 p.m. The fireworks display will […]

New location for Rockwall parade

(Rockwall) June 28, 2013 – The 2013 Rockwall 4th of July Parade will be held Thursday, July 4, at 11 am, at a new location – beginning at Wilkerson-Sanders football stadium and ending at Dobbs Elementary School. Presented for the second year by the TheRockwallNews.com, the Parade is co-sponsored by U.S. Rep. Ralph Hall, Sterling One […]