Rockwall County’s Property Fraud Alert Service is focus of YMCA’s next Lunch & Learn event

Rockwall County’s Property Fraud Alert Service is focus of YMCA’s next Lunch & Learn event

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 29, 2021) Rockwall County Clerk Jennifer Fogg will present valuable information about Rockwall County’s new Property Fraud Alert Service during a free Lunch & Learn event from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15 at the JER Chilton YMCA, 1210 N. Goliad in Rockwall. All community members are welcome and lunch will […]

Cooking with Ease by Melissa Tate: How-To Charcuterie Boards

Cooking with Ease by Melissa Tate: How-To Charcuterie Boards

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 29, 2021) What is a charcuterie board? Well, the word “charcuterie” means prepared meat. We, the people, have turned charcuterie boards into what they are today. Meat, cheese, fruits, nuts, crackers, breads, desserts – all the things. I am totally fine with this but also, if your “charcuterie board” doesn’t have meat on […]

Making Spirits Bright: Community gives back at 12th Annual Festival of Trees event benefiting Rockwall County Helping Hands

Making Spirits Bright: Community gives back at 12th Annual Festival of Trees event benefiting Rockwall County Helping Hands

ROCKWALL, TX – November 24, 2021 — All was merry and bright at this year’s Festival of Trees Gala as the community celebrated Rockwall County Helping Hands amongst beautifully decorated Christmas trees and a candlelight dinner at the Hilton Dallas / Rockwall Lakefront.   The 12th annual event and the biggest fundraiser of the year […]

Seven community members sworn in as CASA volunteers with Lone Star CASA

Seven community members sworn in as CASA volunteers with Lone Star CASA

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 24, 2021)  Last Friday afternoon at the Rockwall County Courthouse, the Honorable Judge Brett Hall officially swore in seven new CASA volunteers. Also known as Court Appointed Special Advocates, these amazing volunteers will work with Lone Star CASA to advocate for children and families involved in the foster care system in Rockwall […]

Joy Full: Seniors in need to enjoy Thanksgiving feast thanks to Rockwall YMCA members

Joy Full: Seniors in need to enjoy Thanksgiving feast thanks to Rockwall YMCA members

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 23, 2021) Yesterday, several senior clients of Meals on Wheels were delighted to receive Thanksgiving turkeys and all the ingredients needed to prepare delicious side dishes, thanks to food donations collected by members of the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall. As part of the their annual community food drive, the YMCA reached […]

Coming to life: Update on Rockwall’s Discovery Statue

Coming to life: Update on Rockwall’s Discovery Statue

Rockwall, Texas – November 22, 2021 – Have you been wondering about the status of the statue commemorating the discovery of the rock wall for which our city was named? Since the last update, there have been a lot of efforts behind the scenes, including computer digitizing and prep work at the foundry. Now the […]

Blue Ribbon News Holiday 2021 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

Blue Ribbon News Holiday 2021 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

ROCKWALL, TX – November 22, 2021 — Below is a digital look at our Holiday 2021 print edition. Our print publication delivers to more than 15,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County. Extra copies are available for pick up (while supplies last) at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the JER Chilton YMCA, the Rockwall […]

Rockwall ISD art teacher’s ornament to represent District 33 on Texas Capitol Christmas tree

Rockwall ISD art teacher’s ornament to represent District 33 on Texas Capitol Christmas tree

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Nov. 16, 2021) Each year, members of the Texas House of Representatives are invited to select a constituent to create an ornament as a visual representation of what makes each Texas House District special.  The ornaments are hung on a Texas-grown Christmas Tree that stands in the House Chamber of the Texas Capitol […]

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Meeting Highlights: Recognitions, Approvals, and New Principal

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Meeting Highlights: Recognitions, Approvals, and New Principal

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 16, 2021) The following is a Rockwall ISD press release summarizing last night’s RISD Board of Trustees meeting. NOTE: For information on every agenda item presented, please view the Board meeting videos available at  www.rockwallisd.com. Board of Trustees Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized outstanding individuals and groups for the following accomplishments: Rockwall […]

Soroptimist Rockwall shares holiday blessings with Reese Manor senior residents

Soroptimist Rockwall shares holiday blessings with Reese Manor senior residents

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 15, 2021) Each year, dedicated volunteers with Soroptimist Rockwall prepare holiday feasts and treats for residents at Reese Manor – a senior housing complex located at 100 Lake Meadows Drive.  Their generous efforts are part of the Soroptimist S.T.A.R.S. (Soroptimist Toasting Area Retired Seniors) project that began over 17 years ago. As […]