Meet Me Under The Stars: 8th Annual ‘For the Love of Lacie’ backyard benefit returns June 7 with Wade Bowen

Meet Me Under The Stars: 8th Annual ‘For the Love of Lacie’ backyard benefit returns June 7 with Wade Bowen

ROCKWALL, TX (April 16, 2026) — A cherished Rockwall tradition returns this summer as the 8th Annual For the Love of Lacie Backyard Benefit invites guests to “Meet Me Under the Stars” for an unforgettable evening of music, remembrance, and community impact. Set for Sunday, June 7, 2026, this intimate private backyard concert will once […]

Rockwall Community Unites to Support Foster Teens Through GLOBE Impact Drive

Rockwall Community Unites to Support Foster Teens Through GLOBE Impact Drive

GLOBE Cohort members deliver donated items to local foster partners. ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 15, 2026) The Rockwall County 4-H GLOBE Cohort, led by Rockwall-Heath High School students Jeet Sodhi and Jind Sodhi, extends its sincere gratitude to the community for the overwhelming support of the Foster Teen Impact Drive. What began as a student-led […]

Third Annual Republican Women’s Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament Exceeds Expectations, Strengthens Community Impact

Third Annual Republican Women’s Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament Exceeds Expectations, Strengthens Community Impact

HEATH, TX (April 13, 2025) — The Third Annual Republican Women’s Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament was a resounding success, bringing together community leaders, sponsors, donors, and players for an unforgettable day of purpose and connection at Buffalo Creek Golf Club. With an incredible turnout and overwhelming support, this year’s tournament surpassed fundraising goals, continuing a powerful […]

Crawfish for a Cause: Southern Junction and Wildflower Wigs Team Up

Crawfish for a Cause: Southern Junction and Wildflower Wigs Team Up

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 10, 2026) Two local favorites—Southern Junction and Wildflower Wigs (inside Rockwall Salons)—are teaming up for a heartfelt event that promises great food, fun, and meaningful impact. This special partnership will bring the community together for an evening of fellowship and philanthropy, with all proceeds benefiting local first responder families by helping […]

Rockwall Education Foundation Bowling Classic: A Night of Strikes and Impact

Rockwall Education Foundation Bowling Classic: A Night of Strikes and Impact

ROCKWALL, TX (April 9, 2026) — The Rockwall Education Foundation (REF) is proud to announce the tremendous success of its annual Bowling Classic, an event that once again brought the community together in support of innovation in education across Rockwall ISD. Held this spring, the Bowling Classic welcomed enthusiastic teams, sponsors and supporters for an […]

New Arrivals at In-Sync Exotics: 17 Animals Settle Into Their Forever Home

New Arrivals at In-Sync Exotics: 17 Animals Settle Into Their Forever Home

WYLIE, Texas (April 6, 2026) —In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Educational Center (3430 Skyview Drive, Wylie, TX 75098) has welcomed 17 new animals — three tigers, four lions, and ten lemurs — who are settling into their new forever home at the sanctuary. The animals arrived at In-Sync Exotics at the end of March following […]

Republican Women Scholarship Fund to Host Third Annual Golf Tournament Friday, April 10

Heath, TX (April 9, 2026) – The Republican Women Scholarship Fund (RWSF), a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2023, will host its Third Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, April 10, at Buffalo Creek Golf Club. The community is invited to attend and show their support for local students and future leaders. RWSF was founded to provide educational and […]

Local congregations celebrate Easter through service to children in need

Local congregations celebrate Easter through service to children in need

ROCKWALL, TX (April 2, 2026)— Local members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are marking the Easter season through acts of service, seeking to follow the example of Jesus Christ by loving and serving others. Congregations partnered with two local nonprofits for projects to support children and families in need, providing both […]

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 […]