Patti Richter, On Faith: Night and Day of the Zombies

ROCKWALL, TX – October 8, 2020 — We sat on the floor hugging our knees to our chest for protection, wide-eyed at the scene before us. Several people with the same ghastly appearance stumbled forward— not in living color but in half-dead black and white. That was my first encounter with zombies, when Mom allowed […]

Autumn at the Dallas Arboretum 

Autumn at the Dallas Arboretum 

ROCKWALL, TX – October 8, 2020 — With so many 2020 events canceled due to Covid, it warmed my heart like a cup of hot cocoa to learn that Autumn at the Arboretum would still be welcoming visitors this year. To celebrate their 15th anniversary creating elaborate pumpkin villages, The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden […]

Rockwall County Fall Festivities Guide

Rockwall County Fall Festivities Guide

Fall-themed fun for the family in Rockwall County and beyond Events are subject to change; Check their respective websites for info on social distancing measures.   Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch – Prayer Lavender Garden What: Fun fall-themed activities for the whole family including a pumpkin patch and pumpkin decorating; fall treats, games and prizes; […]

Rockwall-Heath High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Lexi Childs

Rockwall-Heath High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Lexi Childs

HEATH, TX – October 6, 2020 — Lexi began sideline cheering in first grade for HHCA and has continued through her senior year. She has been a member of the varsity competitive squad since her freshman year and has won two NCA national titles, and is hoping to accomplish a third for her senior year. […]

Rockwall Rib, Rub, Run & Roll 2020 a sizzling success

Rockwall Rib, Rub, Run & Roll 2020 a sizzling success

ROCKWALL, TX – October 6, 2020 — Folks at this past weekend’s Rib, Rub, Run & Roll event in downtown Rockwall welcomed beautiful fall weather, some sweet-looking wheels at the car show, and of course some smokin’ hot BBQ. Taking home the title of Grand Champion in this year’s IBCA-sanctioned BBQ competition is Cody Malin […]

Rockwall High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Keviah Ealy

Rockwall High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Keviah Ealy

ROCKWALL, TX – October 6, 2020 — Keviah is a very diligent, hard worker and leaves nothing to chance with her dedication to her schoolwork and otherwise. As a student, she goes the extra mile to learn and often tutors her peers. She is dedicated to being the best cheerleader possible and can be seen […]

Celebrating pumpkin season at the Blase Family Farm in Rockwall

Celebrating pumpkin season at the Blase Family Farm in Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX – October 6, 2020 — If you’re looking for some fall fun for the whole family, take a trip down to the Blase Family Farm in Rockwall! This is by far one of my favorite pumpkin patches in the area. It has so much to offer, and the whole farm is set on […]

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

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

ROCKWALL, TX – October 5, 2020 — Below is a digital look at our October 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 […]

Rockwall County Historical Foundation to host 2nd Annual Kids Day in the Park Oct. 17th

Rockwall County Historical Foundation to host 2nd Annual Kids Day in the Park Oct. 17th

ROCKWALL, TX – September 30, 2020 — The Rockwall County Historical Foundation is proud to host the 2nd Annual Kids Day in the Park on Saturday, October 17th from 10am – 2pm., at Harry Myers Park. This year’s event will feature wildlife experts from Window to the Wild and Wildlife on the Move. RCHF will […]

Rockwall High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Hannah Jungels

Rockwall High School Cheerleader Spotlight: Hannah Jungels

ROCKWALL, TX – September 30, 2020 — Hannah Jungels is a Varsity Senior cheerleader at Rockwall High School. She is currently the JV instructor and a four-time All American cheerleader.  During her time with Rockwall Cheer she has earned many awards including MVP, Leadership Award and three-time Highest GPA. Outside of cheerleading, Hannah is a […]