Just For Kids, this Saturday in downtown Rockwall

(Rockwall) June 10, 2013 – Bring the family to historic downtown Rockwall from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15 for the JUST FOR KIDS event. An extension  Farmers Market, JUST FOR KIDS features interactive activities for the little ones, at San Jacinto Court (between Rusk and First Streets).  There will be crafts, games,  and […]

Helping Hands Community Circle will kick off aboard Harbor Lights

(Rockwall County) June 10, 2013 – Come learn about the new Helping Hands Community Circle and how you can be a part of “engaging the next generation” by attending a membership kickoff event on Saturday, June 22 aboard Harbor Lights on Lake Ray Hubbard. The Helping Hands Little Black Dress event means you can throw on your […]

Introducing Rockwall ISD’s 2013 Valedictorians, Salutatorians

(Rockwall ISD) June 10, 2013 – The Rockwall Independent School District is proud to announce the Class of 2013 valedictorians and salutatorians for Rockwall High School and Rockwall-Heath High School. Jacob Cariker has been named the Valedictorian of Rockwall High School and he plans to attend Hendrix College in the Fall. Rockwall High Salutatorian Katharine Page […]

Amber Carrington takes the stage at Rockwall Harbor

Amber Carrington takes the stage at Rockwall Harbor

Results Party Tuesdsay, June 11 at Allure (Rockwall) June 10, 2013 – Rockwall’s own Amber Carrington of The Voice made a special guest appearance and gave a rockin’ performance during the free Concert by the Lake Series Thursday, June 6 at The Harbor on Lake Ray Hubbard. Rockwall Mayor David Sweet presented Amber with a Proclamation and a key […]

Meet Lulu, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Lulu, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

June 10, 2013 – Lulu, a little three-year-old terrier mix, may look shy and unassuming, but she prefers to speak for herself. “Hey you! Are you lookin’ at me? You’d better be, because I’ve been looking all over the place for you. If you take me home right now, I promise I won’t be any trouble. […]

Junk Prom Flea Market to benefit Helping Hands June 14

Nominate your Prom King and Queen  (Rockwall) June 5, 2013 – Grab your duck tape and throw on your old prom dress. Dust off that baby blue tux hanging in the attic – because it’s time for JUNK PROM! The Helping Hands Junk Prom and Flea Market will be from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, […]

Tossing Small Stones: A Father’s Day Confession

The rod doubled and the reel sang as the shark darted and dove to the deep. After fishing for days on aFloridapier, I had hooked a monster, and my Dad coached and cheered above everyone. I was nine when I carved out this memory with my hero. He’s a mere shell of a man now, […]

Aspasians award scholarships to local seniors

(Rockwall) June 7, 2013 –The Aspasians recently awarded $40,000 in scholarships to four Rockwall ISD students. The 2013 recipients from Rockwall High School include Clint Turner (recipient of the Blake Finnell Memorial Scholarship) and Truc Pham. The Rockwall-Heath High School students include Jacob Anderson (recipient of the Chad Leeuw Memorial Scholarship) and Courtney Munoz. Congratulations […]

Car Wash at Taco Casa to benefit Meals on Wheels

(Rockwall) June 7, 2013 –The Rockwall Friendship Baptist Church Outreach Ministy will host a benefit CAR WASH from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at Taco Casa on 2008 Goliad St. in Rockwall. All proceeds will be donated to Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County. Click here to LIKE Blue Ribbon […]

Chamber welcomes Family Healthcare of Rockwall

(Rockwall) June 7, 2013 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed new member Family Healthcare of Rockwall with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Family Healthcare of Rockwall is a Family Practice serving all ages 2 and up in the North Rockwall community. Your health is important to them and they are dedicated to providing […]