Rockwall County Library Invites Community to Participate in “Unearth a Story” Mini Art Exhibition

Rockwall County Library Invites Community to Participate in “Unearth a Story” Mini Art Exhibition

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 21, 2026) – The Rockwall County Library is inviting the community to get creative this May with its annual Mini Art Exhibition, themed “Unearth a Story.” Open to teens, adults, and children ages 8 and up, the program welcomes artists of all experience levels to participate. Beginning May 1, community members […]

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Holds Team of Eight Training, Discusses District Outlook

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Holds Team of Eight Training, Discusses District Outlook

ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees recently participated in its annual Team of Eight training. The session, required by the Texas Education Code, focused on key topics shaping the district’s future. Below is a summary of the discussion and updates shared. Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Team of Eight […]

Mobile Community Pantry Returns to Rockwall with Upcoming Distribution Dates

Mobile Community Pantry Returns to Rockwall with Upcoming Distribution Dates

ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — Catholic Charities Dallas, in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, will bring its Mobile Community Pantry to Rockwall, providing free fresh food to individuals and families in need. The pantry will be hosted at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1305 Damascus Rd., with multiple distribution dates […]

Kentucky Derby Watch Party at McRae’s Featuring $10 Derby Cocktails, Best Hat & Style Contests

Kentucky Derby Watch Party at McRae’s Featuring $10 Derby Cocktails, Best Hat & Style Contests

EAST DALLAS, TX (April 16, 2026) — McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails invites guests to step into the charm and tradition of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 2 with a lively patio watch party from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Set on its award-winning patio, the experience blends Southern elegance with McRae’s signature eclectic style—covered, spacious, […]

The Man Behind the Mail Route: Community Invited to Send Encouragement to Rockwall Mail Carrier

The Man Behind the Mail Route: Community Invited to Send Encouragement to Rockwall Mail Carrier

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 […]

31,000 Pounds of Food Donated by Church to Support Local Food Pantries

31,000 Pounds of Food Donated by Church to Support Local Food Pantries

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 […]

“Making Sense of the Unimaginable”: Rockwall County Library To Host Holocaust Program with Texas State Commission

“Making Sense of the Unimaginable”: Rockwall County Library To Host Holocaust Program with Texas State Commission

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 Police Department to host ‘Cops and Bobbers’ kids fishing event April 18

Royse City Police Department to host ‘Cops and Bobbers’ kids fishing event April 18

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 ISD Board of Trustees board meeting summary from Monday, March 26, 2026

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees board meeting summary from Monday, March 26, 2026

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! […]