Mentors needed at Springer Elementary

(Rockwall ISD) Do you want to make a difference in a child’s life? Be a Springer Elementary mentor. Sherri Clark has been Fabio Zichittella’s mentor for three years.  Sherri tells that when she enters Fabio’s classroom, he jumps up and runs to give her a hug.  His other Springer classmates ask when will they have a […]

Lake Pointe names governing board members, medical staff officers

(Rowlett) Feb. 1, 2012 – Lake Pointe Medical Center recently announced the members of its governing board and medical staff officers for 2012. The governing board consists of corporate representatives, physicians on the hospital’s medical staff and representatives from the community. The board is responsible for the oversight of the medical staff, quality of the […]

Donuts for Dads at Dobbs Elementary

(Rockwall ISD) Dobbs Elementary parent Mark Homs joins his two daughters Rachel (on left) and Kate at the Dobbs PTA’s annual “Donuts for Dads” event. Each year, Dobbs dads are invited to join their children at the school for a donut snack before the school day starts. Submitted by Norma Terrell, Dobbs Elementary. To submit […]

‘Go Red’ with Friends of the Rockwall Library

Join Friends of the Library for a “Go Red” luncheon presented by the American Heart Association. The lunch, catered by Zach, will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the Rockwall County Library, 1215 E. Yellowjacket Lane. The cost is $15 at the door. Reservations are required by Tuesday, Feb. 7 by calling 972-771-8976 […]

Rockwall retired teachers to meet, Feb. 13

The Rockwall Area Retired Teachers Association will meet at 1:15 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13 at the Rockwall ISD Administration Building. The program will be “Texas Shorty” presented by Jim Chancellor. All school retirees and their guests are invited. Submitted by Leigh Plagens, RARTA; edited for publication by Blue Ribbon News.  To submit your news and […]

Memories and Markers: Rockwall’s historic people, places

Did you know that Rockwall County has 17 historical markers, one property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and one historic courthouse listing? The Rockwall County Historical Foundation will present, “Memories and Markers: A Look at Rockwall’s Historic People and Places” at noon Friday, Feb. 10 at the Historic Courthouse. The program is free […]

Meet Uggs, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Uggs, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

This handsome boy is the curious type. Uggs can keep himself occupied for hours checking out every smell in the yard. He’s very friendly and trusting, and he wouldn’t mind a bit of playtime every now and then. Give Uggs something to do, then invite him inside to snuggle with you in the evening. He’s […]

Mayoral proclamation recognizes Rockwall Rotary Mentoring, names National Mentoring Day

Mayoral proclamation recognizes Rockwall Rotary Mentoring, names National Mentoring Day

‘First a Reader, then a Leader’ In a recent meeting of the Rockwall Rotary Club, Mayor David Sweet presented Barbara Allan, Chairman of Rockwall Rotary Mentoring, with a proclamation declaring Jan. 26 “National Mentoring Day.” The proclamation encouraged all citizens to applaud Rockwall Rotarians, the Rockwall ISD and community-wide mentors who graciously give of their […]

Lake Pointe Breast Center nationally recognized for excellence

Lake Pointe Breast Center recognized as a Certified Quality Breast Center of ExcellenceTM in the National Quality Measures for Breast Centers Program by the National Consortium of Breast Centers. This distinguished honor represents a commitment by the LPBC to provide the highest level of quality breast health care to patients and our community. LPBC is only […]