ROYSE CITY, TX (May 11, 2026) — Local student Marlo Keller, a senior at Royse City High School, has advanced to the semi-finals in the nationwide America’s Favorite Student competition, a campaign that raises funds and awareness for The Planetary Society. Keller is one of the remaining students competing for a place in the finals, and the current round ends on Thursday, May 14. To […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 11, 2026) — The Rockwall Community Playhouse invites audiences to step back in time with its moving production of A Piece of My Heart, a powerful true drama honoring the women who served during the Vietnam War. Directed by Darlene Singleton, the production follows the stories of six women who traveled to […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 8, 2026) — Blue Ribbon News recently received the following Letter to the Editor from Rachel Gilmore, a student in the Texas Tech K-12 program, who was encouraged to write about a charitable cause and share it with a local news source. We are pleased to publish her thoughtful message encouraging the […]
DALLAS, TX (May 7, 2026) — On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas and the Government Employees Health Association (G.E.H.A) announced a new partnership aimed at breaking down barriers to water safety education through the launch of the Learn to Swim Program. The joint initiative will provide no-cost swim lessons and water […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 7, 2026) — Rockwall County Justice of the Peace Judge Mark Russo is among 21 county officials who have completed Leadership 254, a 14-month leadership development program offered by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC). Participants were selected through a competitive application process and represent a diverse cross-section of Texas counties […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 7, 2026) — Rockwall ISD proudly announces the 2026 Elementary and Secondary District Teachers of the Year, Jeanette Allison from Dorris A. Jones Elementary and Christopher Bell from Rockwall-Heath High School. Jeanette Allison is a fifth-grade math teacher at Dorris A. Jones Elementary, and has been teaching for 19 years. Eight of […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 7, 2026) — We The People Taproom is redefining the way locals enjoy their afternoons and evenings with the launch of two new daily experiences: Snack Hour and an extended Happy Hour, both designed to give guests more flexibility, more flavor, and more value than traditional offerings in the area. At a […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 7, 2026) — Operation Forward, a community-driven initiative dedicated to supporting veterans in need, is proud to announce its upcoming Veteran Giveaway Celebration taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Rockwall Ford. The event will bring together businesses, community leaders, nonprofits, and residents from […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 5, 2026) — The Rockwall County Commissioners Court is proud to announce the launch of its Strategic Plan Dashboard, an interactive, detailed snapshot of its progress in meeting the county’s strategic objectives. The dashboard is powered by Envisio, a strategy and performance management software for local governments and other publicly accountable […]
GARLAND, TX (May 5, 2026) — Garland Independent School District has earned the distinction of H-E-B Texas District of the Year, receiving one of the state’s highest honors in public education along with $100,000 to support continued innovation and student opportunities. The recognition reflects the collective impact of nearly 50,000 students, staff, families, and community […]