ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (July 31, 2024) – When older Rockwall County residents need help at home, they may consult with their doctors, seek advice from friends or family, or go it alone. Karen Kiser of Fate, appointed by County Judge Frank New, represents Rockwall County on the Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 30, 2024) – Rockwall Art League will present its 24th Anual Juried Art Show & Sale Sept. 27-29 at Cavender Nissan of Rockwall, 1700 I-30 Frontage Road. This is one of RAL’s signature events of the year, celebrating contemporary art in a variety of mediums. Expanded from a regional show, the event […]
Rockwall, TX (July 30, 2024) – NOTE: Board meeting summaries highlight different agenda items. Board meeting videos are available for viewing within 24-hours of the meeting at www.rockwallisd.com. Discussion of Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE), Tax Rate Implications, and Priorities, Including Providing Competitive Compensation for Teachers and Staff, Staffing for Student Growth, and Funding […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 29, 2024) Join Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 for a FREE conference offering essential education, resources, and support specifically tailored for family caregivers, professionals, and community members. This event is designed to help the sandwich generation balance their caregiving responsibilities […]
Garland, TX (July 29, 2024) – Garland Independent School District announced its policy for serving meals to children served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2024-2025 school year. Fifty-five sites (listed below) qualify to operate the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2024-2025 school year. CEP allows for all […]
Rockwall, TX (July 29, 2024) – On June 19th, 2024, the Center for Missing and Exploited Children sent a tip to the Rockwall Police Department regarding multiple pictures and videos of possible child pornography being sent from an IP address in the City of Rockwall. Detectives investigated the tip and found probable cause to believe […]
Rockwall, TX (July 29, 2024) – Meet Apollo Creed! This 4-month old puppy has the most adorable ears! He is very sweet and plays well with other dogs and people of all sizes. Apollo Creed is crate-trained and walks well on a leash. He’s only had a couple of short walks since his leg amputation […]
Heath, TX (July 29, 2024) – The City of Heath boil notice has been lifted AND watering restrictions have returned to the Conservation Schedule, allowing watering 2x per week per the posted schedule: https://www.heathtx.com/water-wise/ Submitted by Suzanne Brooke, City of Heath. Edited for publication in Blue Ribbon News. Courtesy graphic.
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (July 26, 2024) – The Rockwall County Detention Center is leaping forward in inmate wellness by introducing OverWatch™, an advanced biometric monitoring solution developed and implemented by 4Sight Labs, a provider of technology solutions for correctional facilities. This addition to the Sheriff’s Office underscores the center’s commitment to improving its inmates’ safety, […]
From left: Chief Kenneth Cullins, Driver Engineer Erick Sotelo, Driver Engineer Michael Sauder and Assistant Chief Brett Merritt. Rockwall, TX (July 26, 2024) – On July 19, 2024 The City of Rockwall Fire Department celebrated the promotion of Driver Engineers Michael Sauder and Erick Sotelo to their new roles. We offer our sincerest congratulations to both […]