Run Your Heart Out 5k for McKenzie Young

ROCKWALL (February 20, 2014)The second annual COTA “Run Your Heart Out” 5k and Fun Run benefiting the Children’s Organ Transplant Association and honoring local heroine, McKenzie Hope Young will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, February 22 at Harry Myers Park in Rockwall. Please register through the Rockwall Running Center: 2ndannualrunyourheartout5kandfunrun.itsyourrace.com/register Updates may also be found […]

Rockwall HS Band Swing Dance Spectacular Saturday

ROCKWALL (February 20, 2014) The Rockwall High School Orange Wave Band Booster will host the First Annual Swing Dance Spectacular and Silent Auction with the RHS Jazz Orchestra and Band on Saturday, February 22nd at the RHS Cafetorium. This fundraising event is a semi-formal vintage night of fun and hors d’ oeuvres. There will also […]

Rockwall Rotary names Student of Honor from Shannon Elementary

Rockwall Rotary names Student of Honor from Shannon Elementary

ROCKWALL (February 20, 2014) Ashleigh Brogdin was presented the Rockwall Student of Honor Award at the February 13th lunch meeting. Ashleigh attends Sharon Shannon Elementary School, and was recognized for her outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Principal Carla Bennett at Shannon presented the award. Photo by Greg Caffarel. To share your good news and events, email editor@BlueRibbonNews.com. Please click […]

Rowlett Chamber welcomes Allure Lash Studio

Rowlett Chamber welcomes Allure Lash Studio

ROWLETT (February 19, 2014) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that on Thursday February 12, 2014 they welcomed their newest member, Allure Lash Studio, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Pictured cutting the ribbon is Owner of Allure Lash Studio, Renee Williams. Allure Lash Studio is a professional, upscale, and sophisticated eyelash extension […]

Three Rowlett organizations receive Cultural Arts Grants

ROWLETT (February 19, 2014) The Rowlett Arts and Humanities Commission has presented its 2014 awards to three organizations as part of the Cultural Arts Grants program in the City of Rowlett. Artists ‘Round Texas is receiving $500 in support of their visual artist programs and classes. The Lakeshore Symphonic Winds is receiving $750 to support […]

Rockwall Chamber honors Partners at Awards Banquet

Rockwall Chamber honors Partners at Awards Banquet

ROCKWALL (February 19, 2014) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed more than 375 Chamber Partners to Southern Junction Steakhouse February 18th for the Boots ‘n Business Annual Awards & Partner Appreciation Banquet. In addition to the awards presentation, guests enjoyed a flame-grilled steak and chicken dinner, line dance lessons and live entertainment by Big […]

Rockwall, Royse City Chambers host successful Candidates’ Forum

(February 17, 2014) Rockwall County voters had a chance to pose questions and hear from candidates February 13th during the Candidates’ Forum hosted by the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce and the Royse City Chamber of Commerce. The Chambers’ inaugural forum featured candidates in contested races for offices in Rockwall County, registered in the March […]

Rockwall Art League plans demo, Studio Days

ROCKWALL (February 18, 2014) The Rockwall Art League will host its next  monthly member meeting from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, February 26th 6at Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E. Washington, Rockwall. In addition to the regular meeting, the group will have a demonstration by Marga Rootlieb, who uses textiles, textile hardeners and paint to […]

Rockwall Girls Softball Association registration underway

ROCKWALL (February 17, 2014) Rockwall Girls Softball Association is gearing up for another fun filled, action packed spring season.  Whether you’ve been around the bases for a while or just starting out, RGSA has the team for you.  Come join us and take advantage of our 23 years of experience at providing a quality softball program. Registration ends on […]