Rockwall, TX (September 29, 2014) In an ongoing effort to enhance state roadways and address congestion, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) approved a contract award for the reconstruction of the interchange at FM 3549 (Stodghill Road) and I-30 in Rockwall. The contract for $30 million was awarded to Tradeco Infraestructura, Inc. “Like all of Texas, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 29, 2014) To date, local businesses have donated more than $400 in door prizes for the Rockwall Art League’s 14th Annual Fine Art Show, which returns October 3-5 to the Rockwall Rotary Building, 408 S. Goliad. “The community has always been supportive, but this level of participation by our local businesses and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 25, 2014) Rockwall High School 2014 Homecoming Parade photos by Blue Ribbon News reporter Austin Wells. Jacket Fight Never Dies!
ROCKWALL, TX (September 25, 2014) Jenae Glanton, Cain Middle School Theater Director and Fine Arts Department Chair, was awarded the Texas Educational Theater Association’s K-8 Educator of the Year on Tuesday, September 23. This award is given to Texas Educators who have shown excellence in Theater education and who have shown great support of Theater education […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 25, 2014) The City of Rockwall held a ceremony this week dedicating Dickson Lane in honor of former City Council member Ken Dickson. Mayor Pro Tem Jim Pruitt, Councilmembers Dennis Lewis, Scott Milder, David White, Mayor David Sweet, and Ken Dickson. Dickson Lane is west of SH 205 North and intersects with […]
ROCKWALL,TX. (September 24, 2014) On Friday, September 19th, Nebbie Williams Elementary welcomed Rowdy, the Dallas Cowboys’ mascot. Rowdy and his handlers presented an anti-bullying program to all students. This program was organized by Nebbie Counselor, Taylor Bell and supported by the PTA. Submitted by Karen Woodliff, Nebbie Williams PTA. To share your good news and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 24, 2014) Shop indoors and outdoors – enjoy lots of vendors plus a Bake Sale by the Disciples of Women group during the third annual Mistletoe & Holly Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, October 18 at First Christian Church, 3375 Ridge Road in Rockwall. For more information, call […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 23, 2014) Hello, my name is Caleb Davis and I am a Life Scout in Troop 83 here in Rockwall. Today, I will tell you about our latest adventures, such as Summer Camp at Scout Camp Buck Toms in Tennessee; NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training); our troop elections; and our annual Canoeing Campout […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 23, 2014) International performers Larry and Linda Petty will bring their unique sounds to Rockwall when they entertain Friends of the Rockwall County Library members and guests on Tuesday, October 14th at the Rockwall County Library. Linda’s bio says she started singing at age three and has yet to stop. She grew […]
ROCKWALL, TX (September 23, 2014) The Rockwall County Historical Foundation will host a “Blast to the Past” Trivia Contest at 6 p.m. Thursday, November 20 at the Rockwall High School Cafeteria. The RCHF Fall FUNdraising event is sponsored by American National Bank, Chick-Fil-A and Chilton Industries. Trivia topics include Agrarian Heritage, Municipal Progress and Lake Lore. […]