ROWLETT, TX (March 27, 2014) Gunnar is one big, powerful boy, but don’t let his size intimidate you because he is just a big lover boy who loves to give hugs. He is an energetic pup that will require an active family to help him burn off all of that energy. But you won’t regret […]
ROWLETT, TX (March 22, 2014) Girl Scout Anna Rigodanzo presented copies of her “Field Guide of the Birds of Lake Ray Hubbard” to the Rowlett Public Library on March 11, 2014. Accompanying Anna in the presentation were her father, John Rigodanzo, and Dave Holl, project sponsor. A lifetime camping and nature enthusiast, as well as […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 22, 2014) Yep, Double. I’ll post 5 ideas this week and in the next “Good News for Business” article, I’ll post the next 6. First a caution. When a very small business is trying to grow (sometimes even a larger one), the temptation is to market in large amounts to mass numbers, […]
ROCKWALL (February 23, 2014) Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor will host a fundraising event for Ladies in Full Effect, or L.I.F.E., from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, February 24th. Fifteen percent of all food purchases made during this time will be donated to L.I.F.E. L.I.F.E. is passionate about mentoring other ladies. Founded by […]
(February 18, 2014) Hawaiian Falls is holding Job Fairs beginning March 1 to hire more than 1,000 seasonal workers for its North Texas water parks at the following locations: Hawaiian Falls Garland – Fivestone Church, 1600 W. Campbell, Garland 75044 March 1, Saturday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. March 3, Monday, 4 p.m. – 8 […]
Heath resident brings sweet treat to Texas HEATH (February 2, 2014) If you live inTexas, or dine out at any local TexMex restaurant, you’ve probably enjoyed beef, chicken or pork surrounded in cornmeal dough, wrapped in a corn husk and steamed. Savory or spicy, there’s nothing quite like the goodness of a traditional tamale. But […]
ROCKWALL (February 10, 2014) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce will host it’s 8th Annual Awards and Appreciation Dinner, open to all members and guests, on February 18, 2014 at the Southern Junction Steakhouse, 5574 Highway 276 (at FM 551) in Royse City. Southern Junction will be closed to the public to allow the Chamber […]
WINNER EVERY FRIDAY (February 7, 2014) Congratulations to JENNIFER JEFFUS (75032) who signed up to receive our e-edition newsletter and just won TWO FREE TICKETS to Dodie’s Annual All-You-Can Eat Crawfish Festival coming April 27th to The Harbor in Rockwall. Tickets will be held at will-call. Contact with any questions! HERE’S HOW YOU CAN BE NEXT: […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article introduces a new series by Blue Ribbon News special contributor Rhonda Wright of Rockwall, who will be shining the spotlight on local employees who go the extra mile. If you know a hard-working individual who deserves recognition for a job well done, nominate them by emailing editor@BlueRibbonNews.com. They may be featured here and/or […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY (January 29, 2014) When was the last time you participated in a team building event that was unique, fun and positively impacted the lives of kids? The Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County is busy planning its 2nd Annual Iron Chef Challenge – a fundraising event that tests one’s culinary skills and […]