Cooking with Ease: No Bake Eclair Cake

Cooking with Ease: No Bake Eclair Cake

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 8, 2019) Every month I am blown away by how “magically” these recipes and stories come together. I rarely have a plan of what I am going to write about. Then, I will make a dish or I will open a cookbook or someone will say something and, instantly, I know, […]

Commissioners Discuss Judge Selection Process for County Court at Law No. 2

Commissioners Discuss Judge Selection Process for County Court at Law No. 2

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 3, 2019) During its regular meeting last week, the Rockwall County Commissioners Court discussed the process of selecting an individual for the office of judge in the new County Court at Law No. 2. Following the 86th Texas Legislative Session, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 891 effectively creating a […]

Local Teen Alternative Band to Perform at Sideways July 5

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 2, 2019) Come out to Sideways at The Harbor on Friday, July 5, at 8 p.m. to catch a live performance from a group of highly talented local teen musicians and their band, 3 Blocks Away. Joining the band will be special guest Matthew Fiock, a phenomenal ukelele musician bringing a […]

A Truly American Experience

A Truly American Experience

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 1, 2019) I fought off disappointment and my feet ached, but a simple campfire somehow made it better, primitive TV in a sense. I didn’t need its warmth, but I definitely welcomed its comfort. After hiking eight miles and seeing no elk, I definitely needed some form of encouragement. So far, […]

Michael Conway of Rockwall Celebrates 50 Years as CPA

Michael Conway of Rockwall Celebrates 50 Years as CPA

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 1, 2019) As a professional accountant, Michael Conway has worked with some highly important numbers over the course of his long career. But earlier this spring, Conway was honored for one particularly significant number. During a ceremony in Austin, the State Board of Public Accountancy presented Conway with a certificate recognizing […]

Rockwall Noon Rotary Inducts New Officers, Honors Rotarian of the Year

Rockwall Noon Rotary Inducts New Officers, Honors Rotarian of the Year

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 28, 2019) The Rockwall Noon Rotary installed its new officers, directors and president for the 2019-2020 Rotary year during its meeting on June 27. Congratulations to the following Rotarians who were inducted into their new roles during the meeting: President – Leslie Buie President Elect – Dana Macalik Immediate Past President […]

Fly a Flag, Support the Scouts

Fly a Flag, Support the Scouts

‘Flags Over Rockwall’ Fundraiser Supports Local Scouts Troop (ROCKWALL, TX — June 26, 2019) This Independence Day, Boy Scouts Troop 83 of Rockwall invites residents to show their patriotic pride and fly a flag through their Flags Over Rockwall fundraising program. Six times a year, the Troop 83 scouts plant large U.S. flags in the […]

Blue Ribbon News July 2019 Print Edition Hits Mailboxes Throughout Rockwall, Heath

Blue Ribbon News July 2019 Print Edition Hits Mailboxes Throughout Rockwall, Heath

ROCKWALL/HEATH/FATE, TX (June 24, 2019) Here’s a digital look at our July 2019 print edition. Our print publication delivers monthly to more than 22,000 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall and Heath. Extra copies are available for pick up at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the JER Chilton YMCA, the Rockwall County Library, and various […]

Community Joins Hands Across SH 66 Bridge in Support of Veterans, First Responders

Community Joins Hands Across SH 66 Bridge in Support of Veterans, First Responders

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 24, 2019) On June 22, community members joined hands on the State Highway 66 bridge to raise awareness on suicides committed among our country’s military veterans and first responders. In Oct. 2018, Third Watch LE Motorcycle Club started a Walk Across the Bridge movement to raise awareness and combat suicides among […]

Buc-ee’s Holds Grand Opening for New Royse City Location

Buc-ee’s Holds Grand Opening for New Royse City Location

(ROYSE CITY, TX — June 17, 2019) After more than two years of planning and construction, the highly-anticipated Buc-ee’s officially opened the doors to its huge travel center in Royse City this morning. Located at 5005 E. Interstate 30 near the Royse City High School, the new Buc-ee’s travel center marks the 36th location for […]