Patriot PAWS Service Dogs receives $15,000 grant from Texas Bar Foundation

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs receives $15,000 grant from Texas Bar Foundation

Rockwall, TX (November 25, 2024) – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs received a $15,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to support the organization’s life-changing partnership with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Founded in 2006, Patriot PAWS Service Dogs trains and provides Service Dogs of the highest quality to disabled American Veterans, and others, living […]

Mason Sevier named Grand Marshal of annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade

Mason Sevier named Grand Marshal of annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 25, 2024)  — The Rockwall County Kiwanis Club is excited to announce Mason Sevier as the Grand Marshal for this year’s Annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade. Mason has been a devoted player in the Kiwanis-sponsored Angel Baseball Program for 25 years, since its founding in 1999. His father, Cliff, has been a longtime […]

Meet Snickers, our Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Rockwall, TX (November 25, 2024) – Meet Snickers! This precious 4-year-old Chihuahua-mix is a shining example of love and loyalty. She is always by her foster’s side and enjoys showering her people with affection. Though Snickers may initially be hesitant around new people, her desire for affection will quickly overcome her shyness. She weighs about […]

Holiday happenings hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News December issue

Holiday happenings hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News December issue

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 24, 2024) — Our December issue is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes this week, but you can preview a digital version of our latest print edition right now by clicking the cover image below. For 13 years, we’ve been direct mailing our full color print edition FREE to […]

Rockwall County man sentenced to 38 years for possession, intent to deliver methamphetamine

Rockwall County man sentenced to 38 years for possession, intent to deliver methamphetamine

Book-in photo of Michael Dobbin ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 24, 2024) On November 20, 2024, a Rockwall County jury convicted Rockwall County resident, Michael Dobbin, 45, of the offense of Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine in an amount of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams.  A little over an hour after retiring […]

A roaring good Thanksgiving at In-Sync Exotics Fowl Fling

A roaring good Thanksgiving at In-Sync Exotics Fowl Fling

Wylie, TX (November 22, 2024) – In-Sync Exotics has something truly special lined up for you and your family on November 30! Watch as the majestic big cats at our wildlife rescue and education center indulge in a Thanksgiving feast fit for royalty, featuring mouthwatering Cornish Game Hens. The Fowl Fling festivities kick off at […]

Rockwall County invites community to Christmas tree lighting

Rockwall County invites community to Christmas tree lighting

Rockwall, TX (November 22, 2024) – The community is invited to join the Rockwall County Commissioners Court on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 6 p.m. for the lighting of the Christmas tree at the Rockwall County Courthouse, located at 1111 E. Yellow Jacket Lane. Cornerstone Church will provide cookies and hot cocoa. The First Baptist […]

Rockwall County Library presents: Sugar Plum Fairy and Tin Soldier Ball

Rockwall County Library presents: Sugar Plum Fairy and Tin Soldier Ball

Rockwall County (November 22, 2024) – Every holiday season, The Rockwall County Library presents a special event for our wonderful community and this year is no exception! So, get ready to have a ball at the library. The Rockwall County Library 2024 holiday program is a literal Ball! The Sugar Plum Fairy and Tin Soldier Ball, to […]

Rockwall County Justice of the Peace Mark Russo to participate in leadership development program

AUSTIN, TX (November 22, 2024) – The Texas Association of Counties (TAC) has selected Rockwall County Justice of the Peace Mark Russo to receive a scholarship and participate in Leadership 254, its leadership development program for county officials. The program is designed to advance the leadership skills of county officials to help them meet the […]

Garland ISD opens Security Training Center to enhance school safety with first responder training

Garland ISD opens Security Training Center to enhance school safety with first responder training

Garland, TX (November 22, 2024) – In a significant step toward strengthening safety in Garland ISD schools, the district proudly announces the launch of the GISD Security Training Center. Housed in a former elementary school, this facility is designed to better prepare law enforcement and emergency responders for real-world school safety challenges. The center provides […]