ROCKWALL, TX (April 2, 2026) First Christian Church Rockwall’s Outreach project for March was collecting items to make snack bags for The Stewpot in downtown Dallas. They packed 82 bags to be delivered. Every month the church has a different “Meet the Need”. The previoius month they supported the Souper Bowl of Caring, donating […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 2, 2026) Spring is in full swing, and for our Blue Ribbon News crew that means we’re busy accepting submissions for our 2026 Summer Camp Spotlight. Each year this helfpul online guide at blueribbonnews.com features local (Rockwall County area) summer camp programs, Vacation Bible Schools, sports and skills camps, recreational activities […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 30, 2026) — The Rockwall County Library will host a special educational program on the Holocaust on Thursday, April 30, featuring a guest speaker from the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Anti-Semitism Advisory Commission in Austin. The presentation, titled “Making Sense of the Unimaginable: How Antisemitic Lies Fanned the Flame of Hate […]
Star-studded line-up returns to Tate Farms July 18 ROCKWALL, TX (March 11, 2026) Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County is turning up the volume for a good cause with its 3rd Annual Gone Country Music Fest, set for Saturday, July 18 at Tate Farms, 12992 FM 548. One of the county’s most anticipated […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 19, 2026)— Fresh off being named the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Award winner for Community Involvement and Impact, HomeBank Texas continues its commitment to protecting and empowering the community. The locally owned bank, with locations in Rockwall, Seagoville, and Dallas, has partnered with the Texas Bankers Association to present a […]
Local PetSmart stores will host adoptable pets March 23-29 as part of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week Rowlett, TX (March 21, 2026) – Thanks to a grant from PetSmart Charities, Friends of Rescue Animals (FRAS) will help more cats in the North Texas area get healthy, adoption-ready, and into loving homes. The $50,000 grant will […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 20, 2026) — Rockwall County has partnered with Freese and Nichols, Inc., an engineering and planning firm, to update its Thoroughfare Plan in preparation for continued growth and evolving transportation needs across the region. This long-range plan will help guide future roadway connections, preserve key corridors, and support safe and efficient […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 19, 2026) — Lone Star CASA is proud to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month this April by raising awareness about the importance of protecting children and supporting families across Rockwall and Kaufman counties. Throughout the month, the organization will join community partners, volunteers, and local leaders to highlight the critical role […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 16, 2026) Celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd birthday as the city commemorates Founders Day on Saturday, May 16. The free festival takes place both in downtown Rockwall and at Harry Myers Park, with a robust lineup of family programming that begins at 8 a.m. downtown and culminates that evening in the park with high-energy […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 12, 2026) Join the Rockwall Soroptimist for their 7th annual Brunch & Bunco fundraiser from 10-2PM June 13 at Springhill Suites in Rockwall. Guests will enjoy a mimosa, brunch, prizes, $1000 gift card tree raffle, music, cash bar, fun and friends. Purchase tickets now for $75 at https://tinyurl.com/ycxavapw or EventBrite.com in support of their […]