Soroptimist Rockwall honors Claudette Johnson with Ruby Award

Soroptimist Rockwall honors Claudette Johnson with Ruby Award

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 10, 2022) Cindy Lindley and Sue Reeves presented Claudette Johnson the Soroptimist International of Rockwall’s 2022 Ruby Award today in honor of her 45+ years of volunteer service in the Rockwall community. Because of Claudette Johnson, Rockwall County is a better place for so many; and Soroptimist International of Rockwall wanted to […]

State Fair of Texas announces its 2022 Big Tex Awards Finalists

State Fair of Texas announces its 2022 Big Tex Awards Finalists

DALLAS, TX (Aug. 10, 2022) The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. THE STATE FAIR OF TEXAS IS PROUD TO PRESENT THE 18TH ANNUAL BIG TEX® CHOICE AWARDS FINALISTS. On Sunday, August 28, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “BEST TASTE – SAVORY,” […]

Rockwall lowers city flags in honor of former Mayor

Rockwall lowers city flags in honor of former Mayor

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 10, 2022) The City of Rockwall flag at Rockwall City Hall has been lowered to half-staff today as a sign of respect for the recent passing of former Mayor Dr. Frank Miller. He moved to Rockwall in 1965 and began his orthodontic practice in the heart of downtown. In addition to his […]

NEWS SPLASH! Rubber Duck Regatta returns to Rockwall Harbor

NEWS SPLASH! Rubber Duck Regatta returns to Rockwall Harbor

  ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 9, 2022) The most spec”quack”ular event of the season is back and bigger than ever! The 10th annual Rockwall Rubber Duck Regatta will occur Saturday, September 17 at the Rockwall Harbor! Benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas and the Rockwall Grace Clinic, the event is a great time […]

Rotary Event Center opens in Rockwall

Rotary Event Center opens in Rockwall

Rockwall Rotary celebrates renovation ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 9, 2022) The newly renovated Event Center at Rockwall Rotary Hall is on its way to becoming one of Rockwall’s top event venues. From corporate meetings and private parties to wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners, its open concept and impressive interior makes it suitable for a large range […]

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Three types of citizens

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: Three types of citizens

*This article was originally published several years ago and is being republished with some updated data at the request of several readers. ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Aug. 8, 2022) My observations are that people can be categorized into three distinct groups: The Workers, The Lookers, and the Shirkers. In the case of Workers, these are the people […]

Public welcome as Rockwall Art League hosts demo workshop with printmaker Matt Bagley

Public welcome as Rockwall Art League hosts demo workshop with printmaker Matt Bagley

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 8, 2022) The Rockwall Art League is honored to host artist Matt Bagley as their feature artist for August. Matt trained as a printmaker from the University of North Texas, and he currently uses woodblock prints (often on handmade paper) as his preferred method of making his vision a reality. In this […]

Rockwall YMCA celebrates Angel Campers with annual end-of-summer bash

Rockwall YMCA celebrates Angel Campers with annual end-of-summer bash

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 8, 2022) JER Chilton YMCA staff and campers celebrated another successful season of Angel Camp at their annual End of Summer Party on July 29. This summer marked the 14thnd year of Angel Camp. Angel Camp provides an opportunity for children with special needs to enjoy traditional day camp activities like horseback […]

Blue Ribbon News Aug/Sept print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall County

Blue Ribbon News Aug/Sept print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall County

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – August 8, 2022 — Below is a digital version of our August/September 2022 print edition. Our print publication is being delivered this week to about 17,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County. Extra copies will be available for pick up (while supplies last) at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the […]

Rockwall County Open Space Alliance partners with HundredX Causes on fundraising project 

Rockwall County Open Space Alliance partners with HundredX Causes on fundraising project 

ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 8, 2022) Want to support Open Space without spending a penny?  Here’s your chance!  Complete short consumer surveys right from your phone to generate donations.  To get started, go to: https://hundredx.com/impactwithfeedback The Rockwall County Open Space Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit formed to support its mission to Save Open Spaces in Rockwall […]