Country artist, nightclub welcome visually impaired ‘Back to the Honky Tonks’

ROCKWALL, TX (October 7, 2014) Dallas-born singer/songwriter Deryl Dodd is best known for country hits like “Tony Lama Boots,” “Friends Don’t Drive Friends,” and “Back to the Honky Tonks.” But Dodd is more than a popular musician; he is an advocate for people with disabilities. Dodd has performed benefit concerts for children with Eagle-Barrett syndrome, […]

Lone Star CASA Superhero 5k flies in Nov 1

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (October 4, 2014) Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) will host its annual SUPERHERO 5K Race and Fun Run Saturday, November 1 at Wilkerson-Sanders Memorial Stadium in Rockwall.  The annual race benefits neglected and abused children in Rockwall and Kaufman Counties. Race day features a children’s fun run; a certified 5K […]

State Fair butter sculptor spreads artistic message

A ‘Fair-ly’ Unusual Occupation September 30, 2014 – From chicken fried baked potatoes to funnel cakes and corn dogs, there’s no doubt that food is a main attraction at the State Fair of Texas. But for those who prefer to steer clear of artery-clogging entrees, this year’s wild Mustang sculpture is a healthy way to enjoy […]

Rockwall Historical Foundation to host Night at the Museum

Rockwall Historical Foundation to host Night at the Museum

Historical Foundation welcomes new curator  ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (September 6, 2014) Have you ever wanted to tour a museum after hours like in the movies?  Here is your chance to see what happens after dark. As the sun goes down Thursday, September 18, the Rockwall County Historical Foundation will open the doors of The Museum […]

Rockwall-based ministry addresses human trafficking in North Texas

Rockwall-based ministry addresses human trafficking in North Texas

ROCKWALL, TX (August 20, 2014) The sex traffic industry might seem a distant scourge, like something happening only in troubled third-world regions. It’s hard to fathom that modern-day slavery could exist in America, much less Texas. But one area woman knows it does. Rebecca Jowers reaches out to women like Rachel, who ran away from […]

Blue Ribbon News accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge (VIDEO)

Blue Ribbon News accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge (VIDEO)

ROCKWALL, TX (August 19, 2014) A challenge by Dan Keils, General Manager at Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor, resulted in Richard Redig of Blue Ribbon News dumping a bucket full of ice over his head not once – but THREE times this afternoon. (Let’s just say that Richard is usually the one behind the […]

Craig Stoddart Republican nominee to replace Justice Jim Moseley

(August 6, 2014) The Republican County Chairmen of Collin County, Dallas County, Grayson County, Hunt County, Kaufman County, and Rockwall County are proud to announce that Craig Stoddart has been selected to be the Republican Nominee in the November election to replace Justice Jim Moseley on the Fifth District Court of Appeals. Last month, Justice […]

Craig Stoddart Republican nominee to replace Justice Jim Moseley

(July 31, 2014) The Republican County Chairmen of Collin County, Dallas County, Grayson County, Hunt County, Kaufman County, and Rockwall County are proud to announce that Craig Stoddart has been selected to be the Republican Nominee in the November election to replace Justice Jim Moseley on the Fifth District Court of Appeals. Last month, Justice […]

DFW Restaurant Week unveils participating restaurants

Participating Restaurants Unveiled & Reservations Open for August Dining New First Course Kick-Off Party to Give Exclusive First Taste with Festive Cirque-Themed Event DALLAS, TX (July 16, 2014) The countdown is on for the start of the summer’s hottest dining event, the 17th annual DFW Restaurant Week presented by Central Market.  The official list of participating restaurants […]

Children, families with special needs get exclusive access to Hawaiian Falls

Children, families with special needs get exclusive access to Hawaiian Falls

Champions Day benefits Special Olympics, MDA, and Easter Seals (July 28, 2014) Hawaiian Falls and Tom Thumb have joined forces for Champions Day on Saturday, August 9 at all five North Texas Hawaiian Falls waterparks, benefiting Easter Seals, MDA, and Special Olympics. Children with special needs and their families will have exclusive use of the […]