Highland Meadows: Character, Integrity and Exemplary Care ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 21, 2020) From car parades and window welcomes to phone calls and video chats, residents of Highland Meadows Health and Rehab have experienced just about every form of virtual visit possible under COVID-19 regulations. Strict adherence to safety protocols and a committed staff have helped […]
ROCKWALL, TX – October 20, 2020 — Sixteen years ago, Rowlett resident Shannon Weishuhn donated her bone marrow to 19-year-old Johnathan Dodson of Pennsylvania who was battling leukemia. In late September on an episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! supported by Baileys, Shannon got to meet the man whose life she saved for the very first […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 20, 2020) The Rockwall Police Department welcomed Officer Mitchell Attaway with a swearing-in ceremony. Officer Attaway will begin his 17 week Field Training Program. Our print edition is delivered free to ~15,500 homes in Rockwall and Heath, TX. To share your good news and events, email editor@BlueRibbonNews.com. Subscribe to our email newsletter here. […]
Immersive Movie Experience pays Tribute to Black Aviators, Oct. 28-Nov. 1 TERRELL, TX Oct. 18, 2020 – The story and legacy of World War II’s famed Tuskegee Airmen – America’s first Black, military pilots and their support personnel – is vividly told in “Rise Above: Red Tail Triumph Over Adversity ”. The Commemorative Air Force’s […]
A Playground Focused on Inclusion HEATH, TX (Oct. 19, 2020) Despite pandemic challenges, many good works continue. That includes the tireless efforts by Heath residents, Ginny Jackson and Gini Seely, to bring an inclusive haven where children can play and caregivers can rest to Terry Park. In August 2019, the Heath City Council dedicated a […]
ROCKWALL, TX – October 14, 2020 — On Oct. 23, Rockwall resident Angel Poe will officially open the doors to her Hug It Out Dallas home offering a safe place for LGBTQ+ teens to learn, connect, build relationships and feel empowered to reach their true potential. Hug It Out Dallas (824 Exposition Ave Ste. 1 […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 13, 2020) Rockwall County, the smallest county in Texas, is also the 10th most densely populated. Currently at just over 100,000 population, it is projected to reach 350,000 by 2040. In the next 20 years, residential and commercial development will turn most of undeveloped land into more pavement and roof tops, replacing much […]
ROCKWALL, TX – October 12, 2020 — Students of Heritage Christian Academy’s secondary campus spent time sharing songs, fellowship and goodies with the senior residents at Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living on Oct. 9. The students remained socially distant while bringing joy to the residents with gospel songs, snacks, candy, soda, stuffed animals, puzzles, games […]
World War II veteran celebrates a century ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 1, 2020) Sunday will be a monumental day for World War II veteran William Louis Patterson of Rockwall, who turns 100 years old on Oct. 4. Since friends and family cannot gather for a traditional birthday celebration due to the pandemic, a drive-by caravan party […]
ROCKWALL, TX – September 30, 2020 — Meet Artisan Zachary Wincent. Zach is part of a new movement of adults furloughed from jobs and using creative methods to stay engaged, develop a needed product and receive income from the venture. Unable to work or attend his day program (secondary to medical restrictions around COVID risk), […]