UPDATE–May 19, 2013-Lola has been adopted, within just one day of being the featured Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week! Original story: (ROCKWALL-May 18, 2013) Are you watching American Idol? Sure, the new judges are pretty good, but you’re wasting your time. America’s new idol is right here. Lola is our resident beauty queen and superstar. […]
Rockwall Relay set for April 26 at Cain Middle School If I get depressed, my Norwegian Shepherd gets depressed. So I put on music and dance around the house, and my dogs jump around with me.” ~ Linda Bernard (ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) Linda Bernard is smiling as she pulls off her purple cap to reveal […]
(ROCKWALL-May 18, 2013) Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) has announced the annual banquet to honor and recognize the CASA volunteers. The banquet will be held on April 13 at the beautiful Shadow Ridge Farms located at 12198 Shadow Ridge Lane in Terrell. A silent auction will begin at 5 p.m. and features quality items […]
ROCKWALL ISD board candidates to speak (ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) On Monday, April 8, 2013, Rockwall County Republican Women will hold their monthly meeting at Harry Myers Community Center starting at 6:30 pm and a light dinner will be served. The program will be on CSCOPE presented by Jeanine McGregor. RCRW has also invited Rockwall ISD Board […]
(ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) The Past-Presidents of the Lone Star Chapter of National Charity League will host an afternoon Tea at the home of Denise Bennett, on March 24 in honor of the Class of 2013 Senior Mothers. This is the first annual Tea, hosted by the past NCL presidents, in coordination with the Sustainers, also […]
(ROCKWALL-March 18, 2013) James Montgomery has been appointed general manager of the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront on Lake Ray Hubbard. Montgomery most recently served as Regional Director of Operations directing a portfolio of 9 hotel properties for the Gateway Hospitality Group. A 25-year hospitality veteran, Montgomery will continue to serve as Regional Director of Operations for […]
Season opens with 1776, America’s Prize Winning Musical Nonprofit group continues to grow in scope and ambition (ROCKWALL-March 17, 2013) Entering into its third year of producing lavish, popular family musicals, Rockwall Summer Musicals is busy preparing for Summer 2013. In concert with area Independence Day celebrations, RSM will debut its season with 1776, America’s […]
Perhaps not. At least not when it comes to the types of stories we cover. We prefer “good” news. There’s plenty of it to go around; it’s just rare to find those who will report it. At Blue Ribbon News, we shine the spotlight on people, places and events that impact our communities in a positive […]
Members model spring fashions at March gathering (ROCKWALL-March 15, 2013) The Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends were treated to a Spring Fashion Show at their regular monthly meeting on March 14. Brenda Estes, fashion coordinator from Belks, served as moderator. Members of Newcomers modeled the latest in Spring colors and styles. The fashions and accessories were provided […]
(ROCKWALL-March 14, 2013) February has come and gone, but I wanted to share with you what a big fan I am of the second month of the year. How can you not love a month that has a holiday devoted to love?! But Valentine’s Day isn’t the only reason I’m partial to February. It’s when […]