Community Emergency Response Team offers training class for new volunteers

Community Emergency Response Team offers training class for new volunteers

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 6, 2023) Want to help your community in times of need?  EastTex Regional CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members who want to make a difference.  CERT is an organization through FEMA to help train and organize communities at the local level to help during disasters. We are sponsored […]

Panthers, Pumas & Pancakes: All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast at In-Sync Exotics

Panthers, Pumas & Pancakes: All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast at In-Sync Exotics

WYLIE, TX (Feb. 6, 2023) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue, 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, will host an all-you-can-eat Valentine’s pancake breakfast and self-guided tour this Saturday, Feb. 11 from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Suggested donation: $25/adult; $15/seniors; $15/kids; under four free. Prepay tickets available at http://weblink.donorperfect.com/ValDayPancakes

Annual water system maintenance planned March 6 – April 3 

Annual water system maintenance planned March 6 – April 3 

Temporary change in water disinfectant is essential for safe drinking water  WYLIE, TX – Feb. 1, 2023:  The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 6 through April 3, 2023. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year-round water […]

Lone Star CASA seeks volunteers, information sessions set

Lone Star CASA seeks volunteers, information sessions set

Every Child Deserves to Feel Loved This Valentine’s Day ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 6, 2023) – For many of us Valentine’s Day is a chance to show our affection for the important people in our lives through cards, flowers, and other gifts. But candy and cards will be the last thing on the minds of many […]

Rockwall County Aggie Moms 2022 award scholarships to returning Texas A&M students

Rockwall County Aggie Moms 2022 award scholarships to returning Texas A&M students

Tickets available for Maroon & White Casino Night ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 17, 2023) At the Rockwall County Aggie Moms January meeting they awarded the annual returning student scholarships for 2022.  To be eligible for this scholarship the applicant must have completed over 60 hours at either Texas A&M-College Station or Texas A&M- Galveston campuses.  Mom […]

Gun Safety Demo and Project ChildSafe Lock giveway at Rockwall County Library

Gun Safety Demo and Project ChildSafe Lock giveway at Rockwall County Library

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 3, 2023) Last year up to 18,000 children and teens were killed or wounded by a gun in the U.S.  Safely storing and locking firearms when not in use is the best way to prevent accidents. Rockwall County Library has collaborated with Project ChildSafe and Rockwall County’s Sheriff Department to help spread […]

When is the right time for someone with dementia to move into a care home?

When is the right time for someone with dementia to move into a care home?

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 3,2023) Do you ever wonder when the time is necessary to move your loved one into a long term care facility? Join Dear Lucy from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 as she discusses when is the right time, how and who should make that decision and the pros and cons […]

Rockwall Women’s League to host 50th Anniversary Celebration  

Rockwall Women’s League to host 50th Anniversary Celebration  

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 1, 2023) With great excitement, Rockwall Women’s League announces our 50th year of service to Rockwall County. Rockwall Women’s League began its mission in 1973, and thanks to the generosity and support of our donors, we continue to thrive. Rockwall Women’s League has distributed several million dollars throughout our philanthropic history. We […]

Women in Need celebrates 40 years with Chocolate Indulgence

Women in Need celebrates 40 years with Chocolate Indulgence

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 1, 2023) Women in Need will present their 11th Annual Chocolate Indulgence fundraiser from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, February 10, 2023 at Hidden Creek in Heath. This will be exceptionally special as they celebrate their 40th year as an organization. Women in Need, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that offers both residential […]

Sneak peek at Blue Ribbon News’ Valentine’s issue, hot off the press

Sneak peek at Blue Ribbon News’ Valentine’s issue, hot off the press

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Feb. 1, 2023 — The print pub is on its way to mailboxes next week (pending any further weather-related delays at the post office!), but you can catch a digital view of our February issue right now by clicking the cover image below. Our special Valentine’s “How I Met My Mate” […]