DAR hosts reception for Rockwall County’s newly inducted US citizens

ROCKWALL, TX (September 15, 2014) The Rock Wall Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently hosted a reception for Rockwall County’s newly inducted U.S. citizens. The citizens were enrolled in the Rockwall County Adult Literacy Program led by Carol Case and Kathy Melston. The new citizens were welcomed and honored by the DAR, […]

Meet Lewis, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL, TX (September 15, 2014) Meet the original scaredy cat. Lewis may be strikingly handsome, but he’s just a big baby. He’s afraid of his own shadow. But if you have lots of patience, just play the waiting game with him. Once you earn his confidence, he’ll be ready to strut his stuff around the […]

Troop 83 enjoys several summer Scouting adventures

ROCKWALL, TX (September 13, 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 […]

Community viewing of ‘Shattered Dreams’ video set for Oct 6

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (September 10, 2014) For many years Rockwall-Heath High School has educated students about the dangers of drinking and driving through the “Shattered Dreams” program. “Shattered Dreams” is a program for high school students conducted every other year to detour students from drinking and driving. The program is usually presented just before Prom, a […]

Rescheduled Blacklands Corridor Transportation public meeting set for Sept 22

Study concluding, public encouraged to stay involved as recommendations move forward September 10, 2014 – The rescheduled public meeting about transportation in the area between Greenville and Garland will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22 at The Rockwall High School Performing Arts Center at The Utley Middle School Campus. Following the presentations, attendees will […]

Gloria Campos speaks to Rockwall Library crowd

ROCKWALL,TEXAS(September 9, 2014) More than 140 people attended Tuesday’s Friends of the Library meeting to hear Gloria Campos speak. Campos retired last spring from local ABC affiliate WFAA Channel 8 after over 30-years as a newscaster. She told the audience that libraries and books have always had a special place in her life.  As a child, […]

In the Pink Luncheon

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Meet Pancho, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL, TX (September 8, 2014) Hi there! My name is Pancho and I’m looking for a family to call my own. I love kids and I’m great with the other dogs and cats in my foster home. I’m a little scared of new environments, but who wouldn’t be? Are you ready to add me to […]

Rockwall Soroptimist join North Texas Giving Day

ROCKWALL, TX. (September 8, 2014) Soroptimist International of Rockwall is participating in North Texas Giving Day on September 18, raising money for their community programs. All donations over $25.00, given between 6:00 A.M. & midnight at www.NorthTexasGivingDay.org, will receive a bonus donation from Communities Foundation of Texas. The group is encouraging supporters to donate that day […]

Two Rockwall swimmers named ‘All American’

ROCKWALL,TX. (September 8, 2014) The National Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association (NISCA) has named Rockwall High School’s William Rapp and Raena Eldridge ‘All Americans’ in swimming in the annual All American list. Rapp earned All American in the 200 Yard Freestyle where he placed 4th at the UIL State 5A Swimming Championships. Eldridge earned her All […]