Kirk Aldridge appointed as Royse City Police Chief

Kirk Aldridge appointed as Royse City Police Chief

(ROYSE CITY, TX) In early January we began the process to find the next Royse City Police Chief. Applications were received from a diverse variety of police executives from throughout the state, each possessing a unique set of professional experiences and skills. The top five candidates were interviewed on February 19, 2020 by a panel […]

Amy Parks Heath Elementary breaks ground on Outdoor Learning Center

Amy Parks Heath Elementary breaks ground on Outdoor Learning Center

(ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX) Amy Parks-Heath Elementary School PTO officially broke ground this morning on the APHE Outdoor Learning Center, which Blue Ribbon News initially told you about here. Construction starts next week! The Outdoor Learning Center would not be possible without the generosity of sponsors, donors, teachers, parents, volunteers, planners, and board members who believe in […]

Rep. John Ratcliffe introduces bills to honor Ralph Hall and Audie Murphy through post office renamings

Rep. John Ratcliffe introduces bills to honor Ralph Hall and Audie Murphy through post office renamings

WASHINGTON – Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) introduced a pair of bills today to honor the legacies of two distinguished constituents from the 4th District of Texas. The bills will rename two local post offices in honor of former Rep. Ralph Hall and decorated war hero, Audie Murphy. “From beginning to end, Ralph Hall lived one […]

Dobbs Elementary student named Rockwall Rotary Student of Honor

Dobbs Elementary student named Rockwall Rotary Student of Honor

The Rockwall Rotary Club recognized its Student of Honor this week from Dobbs Elementary School – Tyler Conklin! During today’s lunch program, Lori Bailey, Assistant Principal of Dobbs Elementary, described Tyler as a “spectacular student” who excels in all of her academic endeavors.  She explained that Tyler hops on a every day to go Utley […]

John P. Brandt announces candidacy for Fate City Council

John P. Brandt announces candidacy for Fate City Council

Woodcreek Citizen Pledges to Represent Homeowners and Residents (FATE, TX Feb. 26, 2020) John P. Brandt, Woodcreek resident, proudly announces his candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 2. The election is to take place on May 02, 2020. John’s goal is to carry the voice of the community to the Council. He looks forward to […]

Free Job Connection workshops, networking underway at Lake Pointe Church Rockwall

Free Job Connection workshops, networking underway at Lake Pointe Church Rockwall

(ROCKWALL, TX) Looking for a job in today’s market can be frustrating, uncertain and lonely. Job Connection, a Ministry of Lake Pointe Church in Rockwall, is a program that combines classroom-style training with networking/discussion-style meetings for people who are struggling in their job search. The training and workshops are free, open to everyone, and underway now […]

‘It’s Not A Bucket List!’

‘It’s Not A Bucket List!’

  On February 13, 1989, my father died.  He had lived 61 years, 2 months and 22 days on the day of his death. On November 18, 2016, I had lived 61 years, 2 months and 22 days – that was the day of my awakening. Reaching the same age as my father when he […]