(ROCKWALL – October 14, 2013) If you are the parent of a high school junior or senior, or if you’re a student considering a career involving some aspect of space science, then please read this. Every year, tens of thousands of incoming freshmen enter colleges and universities intent on studying some aspect of space or […]
A Rockwall Pumpkin Patch storyteller’s tale As a boy I went to visit my granny and granddaddy in a small town called Pageland in South Carolina. My granny was named Annie and my granddaddy was named Boyd. I was very fortunate to have spent almost every summer in Pageland as I grew up with my […]
There’s still time to make it to the Texas State Fair, so here are some tips to help you make healthier choices! (October 14, 2013) When we think of the Texas State Fair, the last thing that comes to mind is healthy eating. With mounds of funnel cake and fried goodies galore it can be […]
(ROCKWALL – October 14, 2013) The Rockwall County Special Olympic Swim Team recently competed at the State Special Olympic swim meet held in College Station. These athletes advanced to the State meet after qualifying at the Area meet in Frisco this summer. They brought home 7 gold, 9 silver, and 5 bronze medals; and two […]
(ROCKWALL – October 14, 2013) When things aren’t going quite right, you just need a little Hope in your life. Especially when this Hope is so gorgeous. She’s also extremely friendly and playful. But Hope doesn’t mind some chill-out time. She’s content to quietly love you during most of the day. Hope is part of the […]
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP NOW! (ROCKWALL – October 13, 2013) Registration is underway for the Christian Corneau “Go the Distance” Memorial Run, set for 8 a.m. Saturday, November 16 at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, 1210 N. Goliad St. The sixth annual event honors the memory of Christian Corneau, son of Max and Michelle […]
PRINT & BRING YOUR BLUE RIBBON NEWS AD TO RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ON A SINGLE PURCHASE UP TO $50! (ROCKWALL – October 11, 2013) Rockwall’s Original Pumpkin Patch is celebrating its 25th year! The Patch is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily through Oct. 31. It is located at the Ridge Road Shopping […]
(ROCKWALL – October 10, 2013) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony welcoming new member Wright Up Right of Rockwall. Wright Up Right specializes in bookkeeping and payroll outsourcing for small business professionals. Owner Rhonda Wright provides a professional, high quality service with a personal touch at an affordable price. Wright Up Right […]
1. Get your mammogram. Studies have shown that your chances of surviving breast cancer are greater if you have regular screenings. Yearly mammograms are recommended after the age of 40 and earlier if you have certain risk factors, such as family history, obesity, and dense breast tissue. Unfortunately, dense breast tissue can also make mammograms […]
(ROCKWALL – October 10, 2013) The Aspasians recently inducted four new members: Leslie Bird, Kim Craddock, Holly Pullen and Kelly Webb. The Aspasians wish to thank everyone who shopped at the Fall Arts & Crafts fair. The generous support of loyal shoppers enables the Aspasians to donate more than $40,000 in scholarships each year to […]