HEATH, TX (Sept. 24, 2021) The City of Heath has been awarded the Gold Level Scenic City Certification by Scenic Texas. The Scenic City program supports and recognizes cities for commitment to high-quality scenic standards for public roadways and public spaces. Only 85 Texas municipalities have achieved this certification, which the City of Heath has […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 23, 2021) Stella Tabola, a resident of Highland Meadows Health and Rehab in Rockwall, enjoyed a very special birthday celebration today, surrounded by family and friends. Stella was born on Sept. 23, 1916, making her 105 years old! Blue Ribbon News shared Stella’s story earlier this week, but in case you missed it: […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Sept. 22, 2021) The cities of Rockwall, Heath, Fate, and Royse City joined cities across the nation in celebrating their rich diversity during Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 – Oct. 15. Above, President of Rockwall LULAC, Alma Ramirez, accepts the Proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15) from City of […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 20, 2021) Want to help your community in times of need? EastTex Regional CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is looking for new members who want to make a difference and help their community in a times of need. CERT is an organization through FEMA to help train and organize communities at the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 21, 2021) With National Centenarian’s Day set for Sept. 22, it’s only fitting that we celebrate the eldest residents of Rockwall County – like Mrs. Stella Tabola, who’s turning 105 on Sept. 23! Stella is a long term resident of Highland Meadows Health and Rehab, located at 1870 S. John King Blvd. […]
FATE, TX (Sept. 19, 2021) – The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) has announced the recipients of its annual Community Economic Development Awards (CEDA). The City of Fate, Texas entry was the winner in the category of communities 5,001 to 15,000 in population. Winners were recognized at an awards luncheon held in their honor Monday, […]
FATE, TX (Sept. 19, 2021) Finalists for the 2021 President’s Awards Program were recently announced in Austin. For over 30 years the awards program, sponsored by the Texas Downtown Association (TDA), has recognized outstanding projects, places, and people of Texas downtowns. Fate’s commitment to economic revitalization has been incrementally realized through the erection of The […]
GREENVILLE, TX (Sept. 14, 2021) Veterans Outpost will host a ribbon cutting/flag raising ceremony in Greenville from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, to signify the groundbreaking of a Veteran Retreat Facility to accommodate PTSD therapy needs to Veterans and First Responders. In attendance will be City of Greenville Mayor Pro-Tem Al Atkins, Hunt […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 10, 2021) Rockwall County 4-H will host a Kick Off event for the new 4-H year from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, September 11. This year’s event will be held on Courthouse Plaza – on the east side of the Historic Rockwall County Courthouse located at 101 East Rusk Street. Rockwall County 4-H […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 9, 2021) The Aspasians are proud to announce their Fall Marketplace that will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 23 at Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium. Over 200 vendors will be at our marketplace, rain or shine, to showcase unique products and experiences to Rockwall and surrounding communities. All […]