There’s still time to make it to the Texas State Fair, so here are some tips to help you make healthier choices! (October 14, 2013) When we think of the Texas State Fair, the last thing that comes to mind is healthy eating. With mounds of funnel cake and fried goodies galore it can be […]
(ROCKWALL – October 14, 2013) The Rockwall County Special Olympic Swim Team recently competed at the State Special Olympic swim meet held in College Station. These athletes advanced to the State meet after qualifying at the Area meet in Frisco this summer. They brought home 7 gold, 9 silver, and 5 bronze medals; and two […]
(ROCKWALL – October 14, 2013) When things aren’t going quite right, you just need a little Hope in your life. Especially when this Hope is so gorgeous. She’s also extremely friendly and playful. But Hope doesn’t mind some chill-out time. She’s content to quietly love you during most of the day. Hope is part of the […]
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP NOW! (ROCKWALL – October 13, 2013) Registration is underway for the Christian Corneau “Go the Distance” Memorial Run, set for 8 a.m. Saturday, November 16 at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, 1210 N. Goliad St. The sixth annual event honors the memory of Christian Corneau, son of Max and Michelle […]
PRINT & BRING YOUR BLUE RIBBON NEWS AD TO RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ON A SINGLE PURCHASE UP TO $50! (ROCKWALL – October 11, 2013) Rockwall’s Original Pumpkin Patch is celebrating its 25th year! The Patch is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. It is located at the Ridge Road Shopping […]
1. Get your mammogram. Studies have shown that your chances of surviving breast cancer are greater if you have regular screenings. Yearly mammograms are recommended after the age of 40 and earlier if you have certain risk factors, such as family history, obesity, and dense breast tissue. Unfortunately, dense breast tissue can also make mammograms […]
(ROCKWALL – October 10, 2013) The Aspasians recently inducted four new members: Leslie Bird, Kim Craddock, Holly Pullen and Kelly Webb. The Aspasians wish to thank everyone who shopped at the Fall Arts & Crafts fair. The generous support of loyal shoppers enables the Aspasians to donate more than $40,000 in scholarships each year to […]
(ROCKWALL – Oct. 10, 2013) Meals on Wheels Senior Services Rockwall will sponsor the 3rd Annual Caregiver Conference on Friday, October 18, 2013 at Rockwall County Library, 1215 E. Yellowjacket Lane. Guest speakers include Andy B. Crocker, M.S. Extension Program Specialist Gerontology and Health, Texas AgriLife Extension; Doni Green, North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging; Neal […]
(ROCKWALL – October 9, 2013) Superkatz, a local special needs cheer team, will be serving up dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21st at Joe Willy’s, 2006 S. Goliad St. in Rockwall. Joe Willy’s has teamed up with Superkatz for this fundraising event, which will help these athletes with travel expenses and various […]
(ROCKWALL – October 9, 2013) For the second consecutive year, Rockwall will celebrate International Observe the Moon Night at the Rockwall County Library. Rockwall is participating in this global event on Saturday, Oct. 12th, in conjunction with hundreds of other host sites on every continent. International Observe the Moon Night is an annual event dedicated […]