Heart of Heath 5k & 1-Mile Family Run set for Saturday, March 30

Heart of Heath 5k & 1-Mile Family Run set for Saturday, March 30

HEATH, TX (March 21, 2024) The City of Heath invites you to its traditional Easter Saturday celebration featuring the Heart of Heath 5k and 1-Mile Family Run on March 30 at Towne Center Park. The Runner’s Warm up by Camp Gladiator begins at 8 a.m., the Family Run starts at 8:15 a.m., and the 5K […]

PUBLIC NOTICE: Rockwall County awarded federal funds for emergency food, shelter programs

PUBLIC NOTICE: Rockwall County awarded federal funds for emergency food, shelter programs

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 21, 2024) – The Rockwall County Local Regional Emergency Food and Shelter Board #8332-00 HAS BEEN AWARDED FEDERAL FUNDS MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS)/FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY UNDER THE EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER NATIONAL BOARD PROGRAM. Rockwall County has been chosen to receive $ 49,070.00 in Phase 41 funding to […]

HomeBank Texas in Rockwall to treats and photos with the Easter Bunny

HomeBank Texas in Rockwall to treats and photos with the Easter Bunny

ROCKWALL, TX (March 31, 2024) HomeBank Texas, 105 E. Ralph Hall Parkway in Rockwall, will host a community event from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 28. They welcome families to join them for sweet treats, free photo with the Easter bunny, and a live petting zoo. Sponsored content by HomeBank Texas.   

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas bringing swim lessons to Fate

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas bringing swim lessons to Fate

Fate, TX (March 20, 2024) – The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas has announced a new location in Rockwall County to help accomplish their goal of drowning prevention. Beginning in April, swim lessons will be offered at the Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy located in Fate, TX. The ability to swim can be taught early to […]

Rockwall County’s secret mosaic garden set to open again for Mother’s Day

Rockwall County’s secret mosaic garden set to open again for Mother’s Day

Hidden Mosaic offers a unique Mother’s Day experience, 2-6 p.m. Sunday, May 12 ROCKWALL, TX (March 20, 2024) For those who have never visited Hidden Mosaic, home of artist Barbara Dybala in rural Rockwall County, this Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity. Tucked away on sprawling acreage (1075 S. Smith Road, Rockwall 75032), Hidden Mosaic […]

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting of March 18, 2024

Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting of March 18, 2024

Rockwall, TX (March 19, 2024) – NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. For more information on every agenda item presented, click the following link www.rockwallisd.com. Board of Trustees Recognitions The Board of Trustees recognized and congratulated the Communications Department for the following accomplishments: • Each year, the Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA), […]

An epic Easter Egg Hunt happens at In-Sync Exotics

An epic Easter Egg Hunt happens at In-Sync Exotics

Wylie, TX (March 18, 2024) – In-Sync Exotics and their big cats welcome the public to an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 with fun for all! With a backdrop of lions, tigers, leopards, and more big cats, this Easter celebration is a unique way for families to gather, have fun, and even support […]

Now accepting Summer Camp Spotlight submissions

Now accepting Summer Camp Spotlight submissions

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 18, 2024) Spring has sprung, and for our busy Blue Ribbon News crew that means we’re already accepting submissions for our 2024 Summer Camp Spotlight. Each year this helfpul guide features local (Rockwall County area) summer camp programs, Vacation Bible Schools, sports and skills camps, recreational activities and fun, learning opportunities […]

Meet May, our Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet May, our Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Rockwall, TX (March 18, 2024) – Meet May! This 10-month-old is full of life and ready to find her forever home! She’s house-trained and crate-trained, making her an easy fit for any home.May loves to play, but she’s also all about cuddle time, especially after a fun day. She is great with kids and dogs […]

A Broad View by Jerry Hogan: “A Little Tongue-In-Cheek”

Rockwall, TX (March 18, 2024) – Sometimes it makes a little sense to just stop and look around to see what we and our neighbors are subjected to on an almost daily basis. While the column this week is in no way an attempt to compete with Dave Lieber of the Dallas Morning News, its […]