ROCKWALL, TX (March 31, 2026) — When Rockwall resident and United States Postal Service mail carrier Elizabeth reached out to Blue Ribbon News, it was with a simple but heartfelt goal: to shine a light on someone she calls “an extraordinary individual.” Having met Monty Norvell about 10 years ago through their work—and now calling […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 23, 2026) — Shake Shack is bringing its signature burgers, fries, and shakes to Rockwall with the opening of a new location on Wednesday, April 1 at 10 a.m. The restaurant will be located at 568 E Interstate 30, in the former Taco Cabana space, and marks the brand’s 30th Shack in […]
GREENVILLE, TX (March 30, 2026) — More than 31,000 pounds of food were delivered on March 25 by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to support local North Texas Food Bank partner organizations: Hunt County Shared Ministries (FISH) and Neighbors Nourishing Neighbors. The delivery included pantry staples such as applesauce, peanut butter, spaghetti […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 30, 2026) — The Rockwall County Library will host a special educational program on the Holocaust on Thursday, April 30, featuring a guest speaker from the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Anti-Semitism Advisory Commission in Austin. The presentation, titled “Making Sense of the Unimaginable: How Antisemitic Lies Fanned the Flame of Hate […]
ROYSE CITY, TX (March 25, 2026) — The Royse City Police Department will host its “Cops and Bobbers” Kid Fish event on Saturday, April 18, inviting families out for a morning of fishing, community connection, and support for a meaningful cause. The free event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 24, 2026) — Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Board Monthly Meeting Summary from Monday, March 26, 2026. Board of Trustees Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized and congratulated the following students and staff for their accomplishments: Rockwall High School Art Student — Congratulations to Emma Victoria, along with her teacher, Annie Perdue! […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 24, 2026) — Ursula Rakow Middle School Orchestra Director Zoe Rheus has been selected as the 2026 Texas Orchestra Directors Association (TODA) Young Educator of the Year. This prestigious award is presented each year to a Texas orchestra director with 10 or fewer years of teaching experience who exemplifies excellence in teaching […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (March 24, 2026) — For the fourth time in five years, the Rockwall-Heath High School a cappella group, Infiniti, is heading back to the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) National Competition in New York City. Infiniti earned first place at the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) Southwest […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 20, 2026) — Rockwall County has partnered with Freese and Nichols, Inc., an engineering and planning firm, to update its Thoroughfare Plan in preparation for continued growth and evolving transportation needs across the region. This long-range plan will help guide future roadway connections, preserve key corridors, and support safe and efficient […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 19, 2026) — Lone Star CASA is proud to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month this April by raising awareness about the importance of protecting children and supporting families across Rockwall and Kaufman counties. Throughout the month, the organization will join community partners, volunteers, and local leaders to highlight the critical role […]