NCTCOG to Discuss Bicycle Connections, Transit in September

NCTCOG to Discuss Bicycle Connections, Transit in September

(DALLAS, TX — September 6, 2018) Residents can learn more about a proposal to improve bicycle-pedestrian access through the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth area and various other transportation-focused efforts during public meetings in September. The North Central Texas Council of Governments will host a public meeting series beginning at 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 10 […]

WWI Centennial: 3 Ways to Commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the end of WWI

WWI Centennial: 3 Ways to Commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the end of WWI

(ROCKWALL, TX – August 27, 2018) One hundred years ago in August through November of 1918, thousands of Texans dedicated themselves to serving our country during World War I. Around 200,000 Texans served in uniform during the Great War. Over 5,000 of them made the ultimate sacrifice, laying down their lives to protect the freedoms […]

Criminal Interdiction Unit combats drug smuggling, human trafficking on North Texas roadways

Criminal Interdiction Unit combats drug smuggling, human trafficking on North Texas roadways

(ROCKWALL, TX — June 27, 2018) The team of deputies making up the North Texas Criminal Interdiction Unit are showing they’re a force to be reckoned with for those smuggling drugs and human cargo across the region’s major highways. In December 2017, Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner, Grayson County Sheriff Tom Watt, Hunt County Sheriff […]

Blue Ribbon News July 2018 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

Blue Ribbon News July 2018 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

ROCKWALL/HEATH/FATE, TX (June 25, 2018) Here’s a digital look at our July print edition. Our print publication delivers monthly to more than 20,000 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 local […]

TxDOT hears public input on proposed IH-30 frontage roads project

TxDOT hears public input on proposed IH-30 frontage roads project

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 4, 2018) TxDOT recently held an Open House and public hearing for its proposed IH-30 Frontage Roads Improvement Project at Hella Shrine in Rowlett. TxDOT representatives were on hand to answer questions during the Open House as folks viewed the design schematic for the project, followed by a presentation of the […]

STAR Transit offers free rides to voters

STAR Transit offers free rides to voters

(ROCKWALL, TX — May 8, 2018) STAR Transit is offering free round-trip rides to local polling places so you can cast your vote. Free round-trip service will be offered Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 6:00 am – 6:00 pm. These complimentary trips apply to all fixed routes operated by STAR Transit as well as the […]

Public hearing: I-30 Frontage Road Improvements from Bass Pro Drive to Dalrock Road

THURSDAY, MAY 31, 2018 in the TERRACE ROOM at HELLAH SHRINE 2121 Rowlett Rd Garland, Texas 75043 Open House: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Formal Hearing: beginning at 7:00 p.m. (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – May 5, 2018) The Texas Department of Transportation is proposing improvements to IH-30 Frontage Roads from Bass Pro Drive in Dallas County to […]

Crawfish Fest returns to Rockwall Harbor April 15

Crawfish Fest returns to Rockwall Harbor April 15

Tickets selling fast at DodiesCrawfishFest.com (ROCKWALL, TX – March 10, 2018) Mudbug season is in full swing and that can only mean one thing – time for the All-You-Can-Eat Crawfish Fest at the Rockwall Harbor, benefiting J.E.R. Chilton YMCA’s Angel Camp for children with special needs. The annual fundraising event, presented by Dodie’s Cajun Diner, […]

Diner en Blanc hosts 2,500 at Dallas Arboretum

Diner en Blanc hosts 2,500 at Dallas Arboretum

(DALLAS, TX — October 10, 2017) The third edition of Le Dîner en Blanc Dallas attracted over 2,500 cultural enthusiasts last night at its top-secret location, the iconic Dallas Arboretum. Guests watched the sun set over White Rock Lake from the lush gardens while string music played. The epicurean event has become world-famous for the […]

Dallas skyline shines turquoise for millions living with Dysautonomia

Dallas skyline shines turquoise for millions living with Dysautonomia

(DALLAS, TX — October 5, 2017) The Bank of America Building, a landmark in the Dallas skyline, will light up turquoise on Saturday, Oct. 28 in support of Dysautonomia Awareness Month. Dysautonomia International is hosting a fundraiser at nearby Enchilada’s Restaurant from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., where guests will enjoy spectacular views of the […]

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