ROWLETT, TX (July 2, 2026) — The Rowlett Lions Club is celebrating another year of service, announcing a total of $45,920 in charitable donations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The funds benefited a variety of organizations and initiatives that serve the Rowlett community and beyond, including the Texas Lions Camp for Children […]
TEXAS (July 2, 2026) — Exhibitors from the American Junior Shorthorn Association (AJSA) gathered in Abilene, Texas, June 20–27 for the 2026 National Junior Shorthorn Show & Youth Conference. In addition to competing with their cattle, participants showcased their talents in a variety of individual, state, and team contests that highlighted creativity, leadership, communication, and […]
Pictured here, left to right, Jan Self, Tina Millican, Marilyn King, and Mayor Tim McCallum at the City Council meeting on September 15, 2025 for the Constitution Week Proclamation. ROCKWALL, TX (July 2, 2026) – The City of Rockwall is proud to announce longtime community volunteer and patriot Marilyn King as the Grand Marshal of […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 22, 2026) — The Rockwall County Library will host a powerful and moving art exhibit this fall featuring the work of Holocaust survivor and artist Sofia Davidson. On display from Aug. 13 through Oct. 14, 2026, the exhibit offers visitors a unique visual journey through life before, during, and after the Holocaust. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 2, 2026) — The Bucket Ministry, a non-profit organization sharing God’s love through the gift of clean, safe, drinking water, today announced Chris Muckleroy will step into the role of CEO as current Founder and Chief Storyteller. Christopher Beth assumes the responsibility of President. Together, Muckleroy and Beth will work to strengthen the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 2, 2026) — Rockwall ISD is proud to announce the exceptional performance of its middle school artists at the 2026 Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) Junior Visual Art Scholastic Event (VASE). This prestigious competition brings together the most talented young artists in the region to demonstrate their technical skill, creative vision, and […]
Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Monday, June 1 at Lakepointe Church, Rockwall Campus (701 E. Interstate 30, Rockwall, TX 75087) In lieu of flowers, the family suggests honoring Claudette’s generous spirit with a donation to one of her favorite charities or a cause that is meaningful to you. They believe she would have preferred […]
ROYSE CITY, TX (May 11, 2026) — Local student Marlo Keller, a senior at Royse City High School, has advanced to the semi-finals in the nationwide America’s Favorite Student competition, a campaign that raises funds and awareness for The Planetary Society. Keller is one of the remaining students competing for a place in the finals, and the current round ends on Thursday, May 14. To […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 11, 2026) — The Rockwall Community Playhouse invites audiences to step back in time with its moving production of A Piece of My Heart, a powerful true drama honoring the women who served during the Vietnam War. Directed by Darlene Singleton, the production follows the stories of six women who traveled to […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 8, 2026) — Blue Ribbon News recently received the following Letter to the Editor from Rachel Gilmore, a student in the Texas Tech K-12 program, who was encouraged to write about a charitable cause and share it with a local news source. We are pleased to publish her thoughtful message encouraging the […]