Ericka Ledferd elected new Rockwall County Democratic Chair 

Ericka Ledferd elected new Rockwall County Democratic Chair 

Rockwall, Texas – July 23, 2020 – Ericka Ledferd was elected Rockwall County Democratic Chair. She succeeded Judith Matherne, who has been leading the Rockwall County Democrats since 2013. Ledferd most recently served as Rockwall County LULAC President. Prior to that, Ledferd served as an educator for Royse City ISD. Earlier in her career, Ledferd […]

Rockwall area families invited to participate in Virtual Cooking Show

Rockwall area families invited to participate in Virtual Cooking Show

UPDATE on 7/28/2020:  Ingredients List: French Bread Pizza:   Bolillo Rolls Pizza Sauce dried Italian herbs pepperoni (or whatever protein you like, but cooked) Mozzarella cheese (grated) Cool Ranch Hummus with Crudites: 2 cans unsalted chickpeas Apple Cider Vinegar Olive Oil Garlic Powder Salt (baby carrots, small cucumber (my favorite is English Cucumber), celery stalks, […]

Official COVID-19 Update from Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management (7/22/2020)

Official COVID-19 Update from Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management (7/22/2020)

ROCKWALL, TX – July 22, 2020 – Latest official COVID-19 update from Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management: Our print edition is delivered free to ~15,500 homes in Rockwall and Heath, TX. To share your good news and events, email editor@BlueRibbonNews.com. Subscribe to our email newsletter here. Advertising: 214-342-8000 or advertising@BlueRibbonNews.com.  

Children’s Lighthouse in Rockwall offers Virtual Learning Assistance

Children’s Lighthouse in Rockwall offers Virtual Learning Assistance

ROCKWALL, TX – July 22, 2020 – Not sure about public school this year? Children’s Lighthouse, located at 3009 N. Goliad, offers Virtual Learning Assistance. Full-time and part-time programs are available, and small class sizes.   More than just a daycare, Children’s Lighthouse is a family-focused, premium early learning school with a focus on developing […]

Rockwall police execute search warrant, seize stolen handguns, cocaine, other drugs

Rockwall police execute search warrant, seize stolen handguns, cocaine, other drugs

ROCKWALL, TX – July 22, 2020 – Yesterday afternoon, Rockwall Police Department Narcotics Detectives obtained and executed a search warrant in the 800 block of Nash St. Detectives seized approximately 28 grams of cocaine, 32 THC carts, 6 ounces of marijuana, and 2 handguns – one of which was found to have been previously stolen here […]

Online education expanded as anglers take to the water across Texas

Online education expanded as anglers take to the water across Texas

AUSTIN – With more Texans heading to the water during quarantine to recreate and physical distance naturally, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has seen an uptick in fishing license purchases compared to this time last year. Recognizing this, TPWD has expanded its outdoor education curriculum to include online classes open to new anglers wanting […]

Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management answers Frequently Asked Questions

Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management answers Frequently Asked Questions

ROCKWALL, TX – July 22, 2020 – Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management posted answers on their facebook page today to a few frequently asked questions regarding COVID-19 and testing. Where can I go to be tested? You can use this link to view all of the test sites in the State. https://txdps.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html… When is […]

Tri-Rock Triathlon goes virtual to benefit Rockwall Kiwanis

Tri-Rock Triathlon goes virtual to benefit Rockwall Kiwanis

Don’t touch your face, just race ROCKWALL, TX – July 22, 2020 – Due to the current COVID-19 crisis, the annual TriRock Triathlon, which is held annually at the JER Chilton YMCA to benefit Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County, has decided to go virtual. T-shirts and finisher medals will be mailed to participants after the […]