Meet Grace, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Grace, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(Rockwall) August 26, 2013 – You’re looking at a very special little dog. Grace is sweetness personified. She’s nine years old and blind, but that doesn’t stop her from having a positive outlook on life. Her aim is to snuggle up close so she can give you all the love she has. We suspect she was […]

Rockwall Chamber hosts ribbon cutting for Texas Health Presbyterian’s new ER

Rockwall Chamber hosts ribbon cutting for Texas Health Presbyterian’s new ER

(Rockwall) August 26, 2013 – Representatives from Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall and the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the hospital’s new Emergency Room in North Rockwall. The emergency room, which provides comprehensive emergency care including onsite imaging and laboratory services as well as an observation unit, is […]

LIVESTRONG at the Y

(Plano) August 26, 2013 – The Plano Family YMCA has partnered with LIVESTRONG to participate in a cancer survivorship collaborative which focuses on the specific wants, needs and interests of cancer survivors. The Y is dedicated to accommodating the needs and improving the quality of life of cancer survivors through the Wellness Enhancement Program and […]

Habitat for Humanity seeks homeowner, volunteer coordinator, construction director

(Rockwall) August 19, 2013 –  Rockwall Area Habitat for Humanity is seeking a homeowner for the next build that will start in late fall of this year. There are many deserving families in Rockwall. If you or someone you know might be qualified, please visit rockwallhabitat.org or inquire at for more information. Each week Habitat […]

Rockwall grad heads to A&M with YMCA scholarship

(Rockwall) August 25, 2013 – Congratulations to 2013 Rockwall High School graduate Olivia Corneau, one of 14 students to receive a Dallas YMCA Phipps Scholarship. Olivia’s scholarship was the largest awarded – $12,000. Applicants submitted essays, letters of recommendation, SAT/ACT scores and financial information. To be considered for the scholarship, they had to demonstrate a […]

Rockwall’s Amber Carrington to perform at Equest fall fundraiser

Rockwall’s Amber Carrington to perform at Equest fall fundraiser

Equest Ridefest to raise funds for care of therapy horses (Rockwall, Wylie) September 8, 2013 – Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship, located at 3800 Troy Road in Wylie, will present Ridefest 2013 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. The annual fall fundraising event is open to the public and will feature circus-themed activities, performances […]

Troop 83 hosts Court of Honor

Scout writes to Blue Ribbon News for Communications Badge (Rockwall) August 25, 2013 – Twelve-year Caleb Davis was among several members of Troop 83 to earn rank advancements, merit badges and awards at the August 5th Court of Honor at First United Methodist Church Rockwall. Caleb advanced to the rank of Star along with Eddie […]

Rockwall County Newcomers to host luncheon

Rockwall County Newcomers to host luncheon

Open to all Rockwall County women ~ RSVP by Sept. 2 (Rockwall) August 25, 2013 – Rockwall County Newcomers and Friends will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, September 12 at at Occasions at Stone River in Royse City.  Reservations are required by Monday, September 2 by calling Marion at 972-722-9896 or De at 972-722-1090. The cost […]

Paint Rowlett: Plein Air Art Competition underway

(Rowlett) August 24, 2013 – There will be a reception and awards presentation for the Paint Rowlett: Plein Air Art Competition at 6:30 p.m.  Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013 at the Rowlett Public Library. Fine artists from Rowlett and surrounding communities will be displaying in 10 different places in Rowlett: The Coyle House, John Samuel & […]