ROCKWALL, TX (July 6, 2014) Rockwall donned the red, white and blue for the hometown parade this Saturday. Click on the images below to enlarge. Share your Fourth of July photos and we’ll share them at Blue Ribbon News!
WYLIE, TX. (July 5, 2014) Monday, June 30th, the Wylie In-Sync Exotics received a call from someone searching for a new home for a five-year old female white tiger. The tiger belonged to a breeder who was not getting the “results” he had hoped for, and the man wanted to get rid of her. Coming to […]
ROCKWALL, TX. (July 5, 2014) 4th grader at Nebbie Williams, Lake Bennett, came back from 5 strokes down to win the Taylormade Junior Championship, sponsored by PGA Superstores of America. The tournament took place at TPC Craig Ranch on June 23 & 24. This was a two day 36 hole event with over 150 competitors in age groups […]
UPDATE (August 5, 2014) LOCATION CHANGE! We just word that the Conference on Water Solutions described below has been moved to the County Extension Office, 915 Whitmore Ste. B, Rockwall, TX 75087. A conference on water solutions ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX. (July 3, 2014) On Saturday August 9 from 10 – 1 pm the Rockwall County Master […]
ROCKWALL (July 7, 2014) Celebrate Recovery at Eastridge Church of Christ is a ministry for people to work on their relationship with God and others. At Celebrate Recovery, you can find healing from any hurt, habit, or hang-up. Friday nights 7pm Eastridge Church of Christ 670 Stodghill Road Rockwall, Texas 75087 celebraterecoveryrockwall.com A ‘Minimony’ “The first time I […]
“9-1-1, What’s your emergency?” Thanks to the North Texas Council of Governments Regional 9-1-1 Program and software developed by Verizon Wireless, Rockwall residents can now text 9-1-1 in an emergency situation. National Emergency Number Association President Christy Williams held an informational meeting at the courthouse Monday to explain the new service to residents and demonstrate […]
COLLIN COUNTY, TX. (July 2, 2014) Give Back Collin County is announcing the launch of a new and interactive social media based website that creates awareness and support for Collin County nonprofit organizations. It works by connecting users with volunteers who want to give back. It’s about creating community awareness and showing exactly what the […]
ROCKWALL,TX. (July 2, 2014) Last week, Rockwall welcomed a new restaurant into its rapidly expanding collection. General Manager Adam Shumaker cut the ribbon on a new Luby’s and Fuddruckers joint concept, and guests rushed inside to get their first taste of the new cuisine. The Luby’s-Fuddruckers combo is the third of its kind, with cousins […]
ROCKWALL,TX. (July 1, 2014) Angel Camp is in full swing at the JER Chilton YMCA. For the sixth year in a row, campers with special needs have the opportunity to participate in all kinds of outdoor activities, such as canoeing, swimming, riflery, archery, horse back riding, and more. Camp Program Coordinator Lauren Atkins said the […]
ROCKWALL, TX. (July 1, 2014) First Christian Church is inviting you to join the Community Picnic benefiting Helping Hands, Saturday July 12 from 4-7 PM on the church lawn. There will be hot dogs and drinks as well as games and fun for all ages! Bring a blanket and some lawn chairs to sit on. […]