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 […]
IKEA Rockwall marks the ninth IKEA store in the Lone Star State. ROCKWALL, TX – May 6, 2026 – IKEA U.S. is happy to announce the grand opening of its newest store, IKEA Rockwall, on May 13, 2026. This marks the fourth IKEA store in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, further expanding access to affordable, well-designed […]
Rockwall County, TX-April 28, 2026 -Last week, county representatives and guests gathered to celebrate a significant milestone: the 6th graduation ceremony of the participants in the Pathways to H.O.P.E. Reentry Program at the Rockwall County Detention Center. The Pathways to H.O.P.E. (Helping Offenders Pursue Excellence) program is a transformative initiative created by One CommunityUSA. It […]
DALLAS, TX (April 27, 2026) — Texas Health Resources is one of 56 companies nationwide honored with the prestigious Business Group on Health Best Employers: Excellence in Health & Well-being award for an exemplary commitment to caring for employees through meaningful, innovative benefits and initiatives. This is the 17th consecutive year that Texas Health has been […]
SAN ANGELO (April 23, 2026) — There’s a monster cowboy in San Angelo and he’s tipping his hat to safe drivers. Every year, TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart” work zone safety campaign marks National Work Zone Awareness Week by reminding Texans of a simple but critical message: slow down, stay alert, and drive safely through […]
TERRELL, TX — 4/20/2026 — STAR Transit is offering free, round-trip rides to local polling places during the upcoming local elections. All registered voters within the STAR Transit service area are eligible to ride free. The service area includes Kaufman County, Rockwall County, Seagoville, Balch Springs, Mesquite, DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Duncanville, Hutchins, Lancaster and Wilmer. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — As early voting gets underway, Blue Ribbon News is resharing its Facebook livestream of the recent City Council Candidate Forum, following multiple community requests. The forum, hosted by the City of Rockwall on April 9, features candidates for the contested Rockwall City Council seats and is available for viewing […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 19, 2026) Early voting in the Uniform Election runs from Monday, April 20, through Tuesday, April 28. There is no voting on Tuesday, April 21, due to San Jacinto Day, a state holiday. Early voting resumes on Wednesday, April 22, at 8 AM. Election Day is Saturday, May 2. Texas law […]
Community Leaders Invited to May 4 KickOff ROKWALL, TX (April 15, 2026) — Ericka Ledferd, candidate for the Texas State Board of Education District 9, will officially launch her campaign with a public kickoff event on May 4 at 6:30 PM at the Harry Myers Community Center in Rockwall. The event will bring together community […]
(April 15, 2026) — HomeBank Texas has been named the 2026 recipient of the Best Practices in Community Involvement & Impact Award by the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce—an honor that reflects the bank’s long-standing commitment to serving communities across North Texas through meaningful relationships, local engagement, and people-first banking. The recognition was presented last […]