After nearly three decades of pursuing a dream, Porter discovered that what he thought he was building was also building him ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 3, 2026) — What if the dream you’ve spent years pursuing is doing more than leading you toward a destination? What if, along the way, it is shaping the person you […]
Free Nov. 17 webinar helps caregivers simplify the holidays ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 3, 2026) — When you’re caring for a loved one, hosting a holiday meal or keeping up with family traditions can feel like one more thing to manage. Sometimes a small change, like asking someone else to host or making dinner a potluck, […]
Steven Pinell Book-In Photo ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 2, 2026) Last week, Judge Brian Williams of the 503rd Judicial District Court sentenced Steven Randall Pinell, 52, to fifteen years confinement in a Texas prison for the felony offense of Failure to Register as a Sex Offender with a Previous Conviction. The Court heard testimony that, […]
Organization earns national recognition for creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported and empowered Oct. 28, 2026 – Texas Health Resources was named one of the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ by Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine. This marks the organization’s 10th appearance on the list, ranking No. 38 this year […]
Editor’s note: At Blue Ribbon News, we hope the stories we share help our neighbors see the goodness in our community—and feel encouraged to add to it. This reflection submitted to us from Christian writer Douglas Vandergraph touched on that hope, reminding us that many meaningful acts of love and service happen quietly, beyond the […]
Doug Pritchard and wife Cynthia at Lone Star CASA’s Volunteer Appreciation Banquet in 2024 ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 29, 2026) — After 17 years of advocating for children and youth in foster care, longtime Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Doug Pritchard is retiring from Lone Star CASA this September. For nearly two decades, Doug has been […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 27, 2026) Rockwall-area author and U.S. Navy veteran Nicole M. McCoy will meet readers and sign Becoming: Her at St. Jude in Allen on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Nicole is the founder of Manifested Grace. Becoming: Her is a Christian faith-centered book exploring identity, purpose, and […]
Each year in October, we celebrate Texas Chamber of Commerce Week. This is an opportunity to recognize the people who make our Chamber’s work possible. When you attend a luncheon, celebrate a business opening, or participate in a leadership program, you see the finished product. Behind those experiences is a talented team whose preparation, dedication, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 26, 2026) Dr. Christina Bradford, principal of J.W. Williams Middle School in Rockwall ISD, has been named the 2027 Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) State Middle School Principal of the Year. TASSP recognizes outstanding principals and assistant principals representing the association’s 20 regions across Texas. Candidates are nominated and selected […]
Atmos Energy’s Winter Warm-Up Checklist prepares customers for cold weather GARLAND, Texas – Oct. 22, 2026 – Fall is a busy season with students returning to school, leaves beginning to change color, and football in full swing. Before long, Thanksgiving gatherings and holiday decorating will be underway as families and friends come together to celebrate […]