ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2026) — The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas hosted its 140th Annual Celebration on Thursday, April 16 at the Hilton Anatole, recognizing volunteers whose dedication supports the Y’s mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This year, 21 individuals across North Texas were honored with top awards for their service […]
A treasured memory shared by longtime Rockwall resident and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Max Corneau with his own son, Justin, 3, when they visited the Flasher conning tower in Groton, CT shortly before she became the centerpiece of the national submarine memorial. (April 21, 2026) On Saturday, June 20, 2026 the National Museum of the […]
WYLIE, TX (April 21, 2026) — In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue & Educational Center invites the community to experience the wild in a whole new way during its upcoming “Lions and Tigers and Tents — Oh My!” overnight campout on Saturday, May 23. This one-of-a-kind Visitor Camp Out offers guests the rare opportunity to spend a […]
EAST DALLAS, TX (April 16, 2026) — McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails invites guests to step into the charm and tradition of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 2 with a lively patio watch party from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Set on its award-winning patio, the experience blends Southern elegance with McRae’s signature eclectic style—covered, spacious, […]
(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 […]
HEATH, TX (April 3, 2026) There are places you go… and then there are places you’re invited into. Spaces designed not for the rush of everyday life, but for those rare moments when time slows, conversation deepens, and every detail feels intentionally refined. Recently, our Blue Ribbon News team experienced just that during an exclusive […]
The Y must raise additional funds in community support to unlock funds. ROCKWALL, TX (March 30, 2026) — The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall is moving forward with a strategic fundraising initiative to replace and expand the natatorium’s roof. To accelerate its $5.2M capital campaign, the Y has been offered a $500K challenge grant from […]
DALLAS – March 16, 2026 – Big Tex is ready to announce which design he will be sporting on his Lucchese Bootmaker boots at the State Fair of Texas this fall. The winner of the 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest is Aaliyah McNeal, a proud Texas native who grew up around the corner from […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 11, 2026) Rockwall-based Poiema Foundation, a human trafficking prevention and resource center, will host its fifth annual Comedy for a Cause event featuring comedian Mike Goodwin at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 24 at Bent Tree Bible Fellowship, 4141 International Parkway in Carrollton. Tickets are $40 until March 27; $50 after that, available […]
We’ve sprung forward—and now it’s time to open the doors. Dodie’s Cajun Kitchen officially debuts at 11 a.m. Monday, March 9 with bold Cajun flavors, fresh seafood, and good times. GREENVILLE, TX (March 8, 2026) — After much anticipation, Dodie’s Cajun Kitchen is proud to officially open its doors in Downtown Greenville at 11 a.m. […]
