Generous $1.29M challenge grant from Mabee Foundation paves way for new Senior Life Center in Rockwall

Generous $1.29M challenge grant from Mabee Foundation paves way for new Senior Life Center in Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 19. 2023) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County is proud to announce a $1.29 million challenge grant from the J.E. & L.E. Mabee Foundation of Midland, TX, providing significant momentum and support for the construction of a Senior Life Center. The grant will provide a significant portion of the funds […]

Cadet Colonel Noah Shepson receives Civil Air Patrol highest cadet honor

Cadet Colonel Noah Shepson receives Civil Air Patrol highest cadet honor

Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2023) – On August 29, 2023, Cadet Colonel Noah Shepson became the 2,461st cadet to receive Civil Air Patrol’s highest cadet honor, the General Carl A. Spaatz Award. Cadets qualify for this prestigious award after devoting an average of four years to progress through sixteen achievements in the CAP Cadet Program. The final step a […]

Rockwall Dance Academy presents holiday favorite, The Nutcracker

Rockwall Dance Academy presents holiday favorite, The Nutcracker

Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2023) – Rockwall Dance Academy is so excited for the upcoming performance of their seventh annual Nutcracker Ballet production in Rockwall!  The show will be held December 16th at 11:00 and 4:00 located at the Rockwall Heath High School Performing Arts Center. Ticket sales begin November 20 and can be purchased […]

Heath Cheer and Drill teams to perform at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Heath Cheer and Drill teams to perform at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Rockwall, TX (November 17, 2023) – There is exciting news coming out of Heath High School where both the Cheer and Drill teams are preparing to travel to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade in New York City! The holiday tradition features exciting performances, exquisite floats, high flying balloons, and talented groups from across the nation […]

Hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News Holiday Print Edition

Hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News Holiday Print Edition

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 17, 2023) — Our latest print edition is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes next week, but you can preview a digital version of our holiday issue right now by clicking the cover image below. The print edition delivers to about 17,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County, highlighing […]

Rush Creek Yacht Club ‘sail-abrates’ success of Chocopalooza Regatta

Rush Creek Yacht Club ‘sail-abrates’ success of Chocopalooza Regatta

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Nov. 17, 2023) Nearly 150 sailors traveled from all over the country to compete in Rush Creek Yacht Club’s Chocopalooza Regatta on Lake Ray Hubbard Nov. 4-5. “Our beloved sailing club shined like she’s never shined before,” an RCYC representative said of the smashingly successful event, adding that “with sunshine, warm breezes, and […]

Local home bakers make a sweet name for themselves!

Local home bakers make a sweet name for themselves!

Rockwall, TX (November 17, 2023) – How do three local home bakers come together to win a Food Network competition? It is a sweet story! To appreciate the story, you have to venture back a few years. Amanda Walker of It’s a Cakewalk, a home-based bakery in Farmersville specializing in truly unique cake creations, was […]

State Representative Justin Holland tapped as Chair of Sunset Advisory Commission

State Representative Justin Holland tapped as Chair of Sunset Advisory Commission

AUSTIN, TX (Nov. 17, 2023) State Representative Justin Holland (R-Heath) has been appointed by Speaker Dade Phelan to serve as the Chair of the Sunset Advisory Commission. The Sunset Advisory Commission plays a pivotal role in reviewing state agencies, making recommendations on their continuance or abolition, and proposing legislative changes to enhance their efficiency and […]

Rockwall County to celebrate 150th anniversary with time capsule burial

Rockwall County to celebrate 150th anniversary with time capsule burial

Donations being accepted to fill commemorative capsule  ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 17, 2023) As Rockwall County celebrates its 150th anniversary, a time capsule filled with donated memorabilia will be buried  in the “connector section” between the Rockwall County Library and Rockwall County Courthouse on Saturday, Dec. 16. Community members are invited to a welcome introduction, […]

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Update: Highlights from meeting of November 13, 2023

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Update: Highlights from meeting of November 13, 2023

Rockwall, TX (November 14, 2023) – NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com. Superintendent’s Report During the Superintendent’s Report of upcoming events and accolades, Dr. Villarreal mentioned a recent JROTC site visit by an official representing the Marines, who visited […]