The Inspector General for the Social Security Administration, Gail S. Ennis, is designating Thursday, March 5, 2020 as National “Slam the Scam” Day, to raise public awareness of government imposter telephone scams across the United States. These pervasive scams—in which callers pretend to be government employees to mislead victims into providing personal information or making […]
The Rockwall Breakfast Rotary Club is dedicated to the community of Rockwall and to promoting American patriotism. Through its Stars & Stripes program, the club provides United States flags at residences and businesses for seven holidays each year: President’s Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Patriots Day (Sept 11), and Veteran’s Day. […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) The Rockwall Parks & Recreation Department requests your input as they submit their next Parks Master Plan. Attend one of the following public input sessions to have your voice heard: Blue Ribbon News staff report. Our print edition is delivered free to ~15,500 homes in Rockwall and Heath, TX. To share your good […]
(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX) The Heath Lady Hawks Varsity Soccer Team followed up on their second home game of the season with another win, Heath vs. Rockwall on Feb. 4. Heath’s strong offense led by senior Kaylee Swaner led to 4 goals. Kaylee Swaner scored a hattrick and was suitably recognized as Player of the Game. Sophomore Haylee […]
Meet Annette! She’s a super-cute, nosey, active, smart, and curious pup. You can pet her, but she’s not much of a snuggler- too much to explore! Annette is current on her vaccinations, microchipped, and spayed. Her adoption donation is $225 +tax. For more info, or to arrange a meeting, please contact info@rockwallpets.com. Submitted by Michelle Jones. Our […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX) Mark your calendars for Sunday, Sept. 20 for the 5th Annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride benefiting the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County, hosted by CAC and America’s Guardians Motorcycle Club. Last year, America’s Guardians presented a $31,122 check to the CAC from the 2019 event that drew 225 motorcycles. […]
In an email to parents on Friday, Feb. 7, the Rockwall ISD said, “In an abundance of caution, you may observe additional law enforcement presence on or near campuses on Monday, Feb. 10. The Rockwall Police Department notified us of individuals who may want to protest local law enforcement at government locations, including the possibility […]
Temporary change in water disinfectant critical for safe drinking water year round WYLIE, TX – Jan. 31, 2020: The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 2 through March 30, 2020. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year […]
Carter BloodCare concerned about more frequent blood shortages (ROCKWALL, TX) – Each day, as many as 700 patients require blood transfusions. Critical shortages in the community blood supply in January meant that not all patients requiring a transfusion received it. While blood donors are registering to give in greater numbers now, the local blood provider, […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) If you’ve ever seen one of these patrol vehicles around Rockwall and wondered who’s behind the wheel, it’s a member of the Rockwall Police Department’s Citizens on Patrol (C.O.P.) – citizen volunteers who either live or work in the City of Rockwall and have successfully completed the Citizens Police Academy and a C.O.P. […]