Rockwall County Commissioner, Dana Macalik, elected to the Board of Directors for the Texas Conference of Urban Counties

Rockwall County Commissioner, Dana Macalik, elected to the Board of Directors for the Texas Conference of Urban Counties

Rockwall, TX (November 26, 2024) – Rockwall County Commissioner Dana Macalik has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Texas Conference of Urban Counties (CUC). Commissioner Macalik will serve on the CUC Board of Directors, which is responsible for directing the business of the Association and will play a meaningful role in providing […]

Rockwall County employee Wellness Palooza deemed a success

Rockwall County employee Wellness Palooza deemed a success

Rockwall, TX (November 26, 2024) – The Rockwall County Commissioners Court awarded a Certificate of Achievement to Human Resources Assistant Katy Ruff for initiating the county’s first Wellness Month. As the Wellness Coordinator, Katy organized Wellness Palooza in October, which provided county employees with opportunities to receive flu shots, physical exams, biometric screenings, breast exams, […]

Supporting Our Community: The Impact of Shopping Local This Holiday Season

Supporting Our Community:  The Impact of Shopping Local This Holiday Season

Rockwall, TX (November 25, 2024) – As the holiday season approaches, there’s one thing we can all do to make a big difference in our community: shop local. This time of year, our local businesses are working tirelessly to bring festive joy to the Rockwall area, offering unique products, special deals, and personalized service that’s […]

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs receives $15,000 grant from Texas Bar Foundation

Patriot PAWS Service Dogs receives $15,000 grant from Texas Bar Foundation

Rockwall, TX (November 25, 2024) – Patriot PAWS Service Dogs received a $15,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to support the organization’s life-changing partnership with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Founded in 2006, Patriot PAWS Service Dogs trains and provides Service Dogs of the highest quality to disabled American Veterans, and others, living […]

Mason Sevier named Grand Marshal of annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade

Mason Sevier named Grand Marshal of annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade

ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 25, 2024)  — The Rockwall County Kiwanis Club is excited to announce Mason Sevier as the Grand Marshal for this year’s Annual Kiwanis Christmas Parade. Mason has been a devoted player in the Kiwanis-sponsored Angel Baseball Program for 25 years, since its founding in 1999. His father, Cliff, has been a longtime […]

Meet Snickers, our Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Rockwall, TX (November 25, 2024) – Meet Snickers! This precious 4-year-old Chihuahua-mix is a shining example of love and loyalty. She is always by her foster’s side and enjoys showering her people with affection. Though Snickers may initially be hesitant around new people, her desire for affection will quickly overcome her shyness. She weighs about […]

Holiday happenings hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News December issue

Holiday happenings hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News December issue

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 24, 2024) — Our December issue is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes this week, but you can preview a digital version of our latest print edition right now by clicking the cover image below. For 13 years, we’ve been direct mailing our full color print edition FREE to […]

Rockwall County man sentenced to 38 years for possession, intent to deliver methamphetamine

Rockwall County man sentenced to 38 years for possession, intent to deliver methamphetamine

Book-in photo of Michael Dobbin ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 24, 2024) On November 20, 2024, a Rockwall County jury convicted Rockwall County resident, Michael Dobbin, 45, of the offense of Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine in an amount of 4 grams or more but less than 200 grams.  A little over an hour after retiring […]

A roaring good Thanksgiving at In-Sync Exotics Fowl Fling

A roaring good Thanksgiving at In-Sync Exotics Fowl Fling

Wylie, TX (November 22, 2024) – In-Sync Exotics has something truly special lined up for you and your family on November 30! Watch as the majestic big cats at our wildlife rescue and education center indulge in a Thanksgiving feast fit for royalty, featuring mouthwatering Cornish Game Hens. The Fowl Fling festivities kick off at […]

Rockwall County invites community to Christmas tree lighting

Rockwall County invites community to Christmas tree lighting

Rockwall, TX (November 22, 2024) – The community is invited to join the Rockwall County Commissioners Court on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 6 p.m. for the lighting of the Christmas tree at the Rockwall County Courthouse, located at 1111 E. Yellow Jacket Lane. Cornerstone Church will provide cookies and hot cocoa. The First Baptist […]