Rockwall, TX (June 25, 2025) – For Brett Packer, the YMCA has always been more than a place to play—it’s been a second home, a leadership incubator, and a place where generations of his family have found connection, purpose, and belonging. His story began in 1970, as a boy running drills on the football fields […]
Rockwall, TX (June 25, 2025) – On a warm Texas evening, beneath a canopy of old pecan trees and the golden glow of string lights, a country-fair-themed fundraiser springs to life. The scent of sizzling Bootsburgers fills the air, mingling with the sound of country music. A backdrop of blue ribbons and botanical charm sets […]
Contributed by Bourn Avenue–Southside Coalition ROCKWALL, TX (June 14, 2025) – Under clear skies and a strong sense of unity, the Southside community of Rockwall came together Saturday, June 21, to celebrate Juneteenth at Gloria Williams Park. The park was alive with music, reflection, laughter, and fellowship during a day-long celebration that honored both heritage […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 24, 2025) – The City of Rockwall is inviting residents to share their voice and vision for the future of parks, trails, and recreational spaces at a community-wide Parks & Open Space Town Hall and Visioning Workshop. The event will be held on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at 6:00 PM at The […]
FARM TO MARKET ROAD (FM) 2755 From State Highway (SH) 78 to County Road (CR) 541 CSJs: 2745-01-011, 0281-06-007 Collin County, Texas (June 23, 2025) The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Dallas District is proposing to widen and improve FM 2755 from SH 78 to CR 541, in the City of Lavon, in Collin County, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 23, 2025) Rockwall ISD will host an auxiliary job fair on Thursday, July 10, 2025, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the Rockwall ISD Administration & Education Building located at 1050 Williams Street in Rockwall. The District is looking for dedicated individuals to join the team and make a difference in the […]
Former NFL player Vernon Edwards of Rockwall welcomes editor Dawn Redig to an evening of whiskey and Wagyu. EDITOR’S NOTE From the football field to the farm My husband Richard and I recently had the honor of attending a private dining experience in a new downtown Dallas venue, hosted by 95 Farms American Wagyu and […]
From left, diver Chris Golden, diver Jason Harris, District Executive Director Harold Young of JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, dive team leader Mike Hamilton, diver Kerry Krueger, and diver Bobby Gladu. Rockwall, TX (June 25, 2025) – Raised on the salty shores of Corpus Christi, Bobby Gladu began scuba diving at age 13 and has […]
Rockwall, TX (June 22, 2025) – A little rain didn’t put the brakes on the recent Blue Tie Guy Family Fun Fest at Dallas Karting Complex! Despite puddles on the track, the race to support the Children’s Advocacy Center never slowed down. Whether you revved with Team Debbie or rooted for Team Bobby, this high-octane […]
Rockwall, TX (June 24, 2025) – This past Father’s Day, Blue Ribbon News invited the community to help us honor all kinds of fatherly love—including the kind that comes with tail wags and belly rubs! Here’s a round of a-paws to all the guys who throw tennis balls, share snacks under the table, and never […]