Official update from Rowlett Police: Joshua Parker’s disappearance ‘voluntary’

Official update from Rowlett Police: Joshua Parker’s disappearance ‘voluntary’

  (ROWLETT, TX) The Rowlett Police Department today shared the following update and press release regarding a missing person report for Joshua Parker: “First and foremost, we at the Rowlett Police Department would like to thank all agencies and persons who gave time and resources to assist in this investigation. Every investigation is different and […]

Heath Lady Hawks take the win in second home game

Heath Lady Hawks take the win in second home game

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX) The Heath Lady Hawks Varsity Soccer Team followed up on their second home game of the season with another win, Heath vs. Rockwall on Feb. 4. Heath’s strong offense led by senior Kaylee Swaner led to 4 goals. Kaylee Swaner scored a hattrick and was suitably recognized as Player of the Game. Sophomore Haylee […]

Meet Annette, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Annette, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Annette!  She’s a super-cute, nosey, active, smart, and curious pup. You can pet her, but she’s not much of a snuggler- too much to explore! Annette is current on her vaccinations, microchipped, and spayed.  Her adoption donation is $225 +tax.  For more info, or to arrange a meeting, please contact info@rockwallpets.com. Submitted by Michelle Jones. Our […]

Date announced for 5th Annual Teddy Bear Ride benefiting Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County

Date announced for 5th Annual Teddy Bear Ride benefiting Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX) Mark your calendars for Sunday, Sept. 20 for the 5th Annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride benefiting the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County, hosted by CAC and America’s Guardians Motorcycle Club. Last year, America’s Guardians presented a $31,122 check to the CAC from the 2019 event that drew 225 motorcycles. […]

Kahn and Sheila: A love tale from Wylie’s exotic cat sanctuary

Kahn and Sheila: A love tale from Wylie’s exotic cat sanctuary

(WYLIE, TX) With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, Blue Ribbon News has been sharing reader-submitted love stories in our wildly popular “How I Met My Mate” series. As our friends at In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue pointed out, love can come in all forms, “from romantic to friendship, between friends, acquaintances, groups, and partners” – even animals. […]

District notifies parents of potential for increased law enforcement presence at Rockwall schools Monday

District notifies parents of potential for increased law enforcement presence at Rockwall schools Monday

In an email to parents on Friday, Feb. 7, the Rockwall ISD said, “In an abundance of caution, you may observe additional law enforcement presence on or near campuses on Monday, Feb. 10. The Rockwall Police Department notified us of individuals who may want to protest local law enforcement at government locations, including the possibility […]

Annual water system maintenance planned March 2-30

Annual water system maintenance planned March 2-30

Temporary change in water disinfectant critical for safe drinking water year round WYLIE, TX – Jan. 31, 2020:  The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 2 through March 30, 2020. The annual, routine change is necessary to maintain the regional system and year […]

Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church to host drive, boost blood supply

Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church to host drive, boost blood supply

Carter BloodCare concerned about more frequent blood shortages (ROCKWALL, TX) – Each day, as many as 700 patients require blood transfusions. Critical shortages in the community blood supply in January meant that not all patients requiring a transfusion received it. While blood donors are registering to give in greater numbers now, the local blood provider, […]

Garland ISD home to 13 Dell Scholar semifinalists

(GARLAND ISD/ROWLETT) Thirteen Garland ISD AVID students are vying for a chance to receive $20,000, a laptop, textbook credits and ongoing educational support. The high schoolers were recently named Dell Scholar semifinalists due to their academic rigor, ambition and perseverance. “I am proud to announce that 13 Garland ISD seniors were named Dell Scholar semifinalists,” […]

Rockwall Police Department honors C.O.P. volunteers for service to the city

Rockwall Police Department honors C.O.P. volunteers for service to the city

(ROCKWALL, TX) If you’ve ever seen one of these patrol vehicles around Rockwall and wondered who’s behind the wheel, it’s a member of the Rockwall Police Department’s Citizens on Patrol (C.O.P.) – citizen volunteers who either live or work in the City of Rockwall and have successfully completed the Citizens Police Academy and a C.O.P. […]