Blue Ribbon News does not necessarily endorse any particular political candidate or position, but provides a forum for related news and information to be shared. We welcome all candidates, political action groups and citizens to submit political announcements and comments. To submit your news and events, email . (February 3, 2013) Justin A. Holland has officially filed for a […]
A personal message from Michelle Smith (ROCKWALL-January 31, 2013) It has been an honor and a privilege to serve the citizens of Rockwall for the past two years. With much prayer, I have made a decision not to seek a second term. My heart and my passion are to serve in the public policy arena. […]
(ROWLETT-January 30, 2013) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Eddie’s Napoli’s Bistro with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, January 29. The chefs at Napoli’s pan cook every sauce for every plate. Marinara is prepared fresh every morning, and bread rolls are made fresh throughout every day. Whether you like pasta, pizza, sandwiches, seafood, […]
Restaurateur Shannon Wynne to open Bird Cafe in Sundance Square’s new Plaza this fall (January 30, 2013) Longtime Sundance Square restaurateur Shannon Wynne will open Bird Café in Sundance Square this October with more than 6,400 square feet of indoor space and 2,300 feet of patio space in the new Plaza. “We couldn’t be happier […]
‘Josephine’s Mountain’ T-shirt designs raise awareness, funds for environmental conservation (January 29, 2013) When Josie Miller of Rockwall visited the pine forests of Oregon on a family vacation, the eight-year-old became alarmed when they drove by a sudden clearing in the woods, where hundreds of trees had been cut down for timber. “It was dramatic,” […]
(ROCKWALL-January 28, 2013) Today marked one more time that the Rockwall community stepped up to take care of one of its own. The Rockwall Neighborhood Walmart made a generous donation to injured firefighter Devon Colbert and his family. The Rockwall and Garland Fire Department were present to receive the donation on behalf of the Colberts. […]
(ROCKWALL-January 28, 2013) Breastfeeding is one of the most effective preventive health measures for infants and mothers. Despite the many benefits of breastfeeding, only 13.7 percent of Texas mothers exclusively breastfeed for six months. To help reverse this trend, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall embarked on a program to emphasize the importance of breastfeeding to […]
(ROWLETT-January 28, 2013) It is with great pleasure the Rowlett Chamber of Commerce recognizes Kneggs Investment Properties as its’ January 2013 Business of the Month. Ray Kneggs and his businesses have been a part of the Rowlett business community for many years. Kneggs Investment Properties has been a part of Rowlett Chamber of Commerce for […]
(January 28, 2013) I feel like shouting it from the rooftops – 2013 is going to be a great year for the City of Rockwall! I’m very excited about our improved local economy. We welcome 2013 with a residential tax value of $2.2 billion and a commercial tax value of $948 million. We anticipate growth […]
(ROCKWALL-January 25, 2013) The Rockwall Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for The Branch Law Firm on Tuesday, January 22. Attorney, Betsy Branch, is a Board Certified Family Law Specialist and a 2012 Texas Super Lawyer—an honor bestowed on only 5% of Texas lawyers. Betsy has been practicing law for 23 years. Her office […]