Rider, public comments become basis for STAR Transit service expansions

Rider, public comments become basis for STAR Transit service expansions

ROCKWALL, TX – December 1, 2020 — The findings of a major survey of transit and non-transit riders in STAR Transit’s service area is the foundation on which the agency is building out its short- and long-term development plan, according to Executive Director Tommy Henricks. “Over time, STAR Transit will evaluate changes in user needs […]

Rockwall High School Fishing Team cast off to strong start

Rockwall High School Fishing Team cast off to strong start

ROCKWALL, TX – December 1, 2020 — The Rockwall High School Fishing Team has started the season strong, coming out on top in their first two tournaments. The team finished in first place in the tourneys at Lake Tawakoni and at Richland Chambers. The two wins have the team currently sitting at the top of […]

Rockwall High School Student Council, Robotics, AVID and PALS hosting food drive to benefit Helping Hands

Rockwall High School Student Council, Robotics, AVID and PALS hosting food drive to benefit Helping Hands

ROCKWALL, TX – November 30, 2020 — Rockwall High School Robotics is teaming up with RHS StuCo, AVID, and PALS to host a food drive  benefiting the Rockwall County Helping Hands Food Pantry. The community is invited to drop off items at the Robotics trailer in front of Rockwall High School from 8 to 8:40 […]

Amy Parks-Heath Elementary School unveils new Outdoor Learning Center

Amy Parks-Heath Elementary School unveils new Outdoor Learning Center

ROCKWALL, TX – November 30, 2020 — This fall, Amy Parks-Heath Elementary School celebrated the official unveiling of its new Outdoor Learning Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The center creates all kinds of outdoor learning opportunities for students. With an outdoor classroom, kids can help seed, water, observe, record and harvest the garden beds […]

Comprehensive Guide to All Things Christmas In & Around Rockwall County

Comprehensive Guide to All Things Christmas In & Around Rockwall County

  ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Nov. 27, 2020 – With COVID-19 concerns top of mind, many families are foregoing travel plans, limiting group gatherings, and seeking new and creative ways to celebrate the season in an effort to stay safe. From virtual tree lightings and Reindeer Runs to live nativity scenes, our local calendar is […]

Pay it forward and Shop Small® this holiday season

Pay it forward and Shop Small® this holiday season

ROCKWALL, TX – November 25, 2020 — During a pandemic, there’s no better way to support your community than by shopping local this holiday season! When your dollars are spent in local shops and retail, that money goes back into the community in many ways. It helps boost community improvement projects, creates jobs within the […]

Rockwall YMCA, Meals on Wheels bring Thanksgiving to homebound seniors in need

Rockwall YMCA, Meals on Wheels bring Thanksgiving to homebound seniors in need

ROCKWALL, TX – November 24, 2020 — The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall and Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County (MOWSS) provided groceries for local homebound seniors in need to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal this week. The Rockwall Y partnered with MOWSS to identify elderly clients in the area who might not otherwise […]

Blue Ribbon News Holiday 2020 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

Blue Ribbon News Holiday 2020 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

ROCKWALL, TX – October 5, 2020 — Below is a digital look at our Holiday 2020 print edition. Our print publication delivers 8x/year to more than 15,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall and Heath. Extra copies are usually available for pick up at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the JER Chilton YMCA, the Rockwall […]

Early Voting for Fate runoff election Dec. 2-15, Election Day Dec. 19

Early Voting for Fate runoff election Dec. 2-15, Election Day Dec. 19

ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 18, 2020 — Early Voting for the Fate runoff election for places 2 and 3 on the city council will begin on Wednesday, Dec. 2 and run through Tuesday, Dec. 15. Election Day will be on Saturday, Dec. 19 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The polling location for Early Voting […]

State Rep. Justin Holland honors memory of longtime Rockwall Sheriff’s Posse horse

State Rep. Justin Holland honors memory of longtime Rockwall Sheriff’s Posse horse

ROCKWALL, TX – November 16, 2020 — The horse of Rockwall County Sheriff’s Posse member Dr. Jim Wardlaw recently passed away after nearly two decades of service. State Rep. Justin Holland, a fellow member of the Rockwall Posse, presented Wardlaw with a certificate honoring the memory of his horse – Cherokee Lady – during a […]