(Rockwall) Melanie, Mia and Angel were fortunate to have heartworm problems this month. If the three chihuahua mixes had been tested as heartworm positive a couple of years ago in Rockwall, they wouldn’t be alive. It’s a new day for sick and injured pets in Rockwall, since the community achieved a 97% live outcome rate […]
(Irving) Residents are encouraged to provide input on the vision for the Heritage Crossing development from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 at Irving City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd. Input also can be submitted at cityofirving.org/publicinput. For more information, call 972-721-2320. To submit your news and events, email editor@BlueRibbonNews.com.
(Irving) The Irving Fire Department is offering free Vial of L.I.F.E. (Lifesaving Information For Emergencies) kits to residents age 60 and older. Kits are a place for residents to store important medical information that emergency medical personnel, such as firefighters, paramedics and hospital staff, need during a time of crisis. The kits are available at […]
Throughout October, Calloway’s Nursery will host its annual Autumn Harvest, an annual celebration that includes a Pumpkin Patch, Farmer’s Market, Scarecrow Village, and many opportunities for fun, seasonal photos. Festivities kick off on Kid’s Day, Saturday, Oct. 1 with free family activities all day. Children will receive a free pie pumpkin to decorate. There will […]
(Richardson) Dylan (Deuce #2, center) Redig exits the ice after the Bantam Dallas Oilers, coached by Dan Hurtubise, grabs an 8-0 victory over the Oklahoma Oil Kings during the Oilers’ second game of the Texas Shootout Tournament at the Ice Training Center in Richardson Sunday. The Bantam Oilers also won their first game of this […]
(Irving) More than 1,000 pink and blue balloons will be released as Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death, or MEND, hosts its 15th annual Walk to Remember at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at Calvary Church, 4401 N. Highway 161 (Walnut Hill and Highway 161) in Irving. The event is open to any family that has lost […]
(Wylie) Enjoy a demo and sample “Sweet ‘n Savory” foods that show off chocolate’s versatility, as the Plano Central Market Cooking School presents a special tasting event at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 at Rita & Truett Smith Public Library. Registration is required. Sign up in advance at the Adult Services Desk at the library, […]
(Lewisville) An online application form is available at lewisvillewesterndays.com for anyone wanting to volunteer for the 2011 Western Days festival on Friday, Sept. 23, and Saturday, Sept. 24. Volunteers are needed for the festival for a wide range of tasks, including festival load-in, Information Booth, festival activities, and greeters. Volunteer positions are available during the […]
(Lewisville/ Flower Mound) Teen Court will host a volunteer training session from 8:30 a.m. to about 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, at the Lewisville Municipal Annex, 1197 W. Main St. Lunch will be provided along with door prizes for attendance and participation. Youth also can earn community service hours for attending the training. Youth ages 13-17 […]
(Lewisville) Lewisville Emergency Management Division will host a free Boy Scout Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge course from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 at Lewisville Central Fire Station, 188 N. Valley Parkway. Scouts will complete the majority of the Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge requirements during this session. Some “at-home” work such as family disaster plans, […]