165-lb therapy dog paddles Lake Ray Hubbard for a cure

165-lb therapy dog paddles Lake Ray Hubbard for a cure

Quinn has already raised more than $10,000 for Swim Across America  (Lake Ray Hubbard) May 29, 2013 – It’s not easy transporting a 165-pound dog around town, let alone one that is sopping wet from taking a dip in nearby White Rock Lake. But for Peggy Walker, the owner and handler of Quinn, a 5-year-old leonberger […]

New face at the Rockwall Chamber of Commerce

New face at the Rockwall Chamber of Commerce

(Rockwall) May 28, 2013 – The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Laura Singleton Tate as the newest member of the Chamber staff. A graduate of Texas A&M University and a 5th generation Rockwall-ite, Laura will be responsible for the newly created Administrative Assistance role within the Chamber.  This position will support the Chamber’s membership database, […]

STAR Players return to stage for ‘Grease’

(Rockwall) May 27, 2013 – Every summer the Rockwall Community Playhouse holds two youth-oriented productions – one for children ages 6-12 and one for teens. But last August the RCP board decided to add an acting camp for adults aged 16 and up with special needs, and so STAR (Special Theatre At Rockwall) was born. […]

Memorial Splash Day at Wet Zone in Rowlett

(ROWLETT) May 27, 2013 – Enjoy Memorial Day with the family at Wet Zone Family Waterpark in Rowlett. There will be music and non-stop games and contests from 1 to 4 p.m. for the whole family to participate. There is no additional chare for participating in the events, and there are plenty of prizes for […]

Summer Camp Guide – MORE UPDATED LISTINGS!

Summer Camp Guide – MORE UPDATED LISTINGS!

(Summer 2013) Can’t decide which summer camp option is right for your child? Blue Ribbon News is spotlighting some of our area’s best and most popular summer camps and programs. Mary DeMuth, author of14 books, including 150 Quick Questions to Get Your Kids Talking, has some great advice on how to discover your child’s unique gifts […]

Dads get in FREE on Father’s Day at Wet Zone

(ROWLETT) May 27, 2013 – Dads get in FREE with one paid child’s ticket on Father’s Day, June 16, at Wet Zone Family Waterpark in Rowlett. There will be games, contests and fun activities for dads and their children. (No coupons or other discounts will apply). For tickets, hours of operation and other park information, […]

Dallas Race Week sets sail on Dad’s Day

Dallas Race Week sets sail on Dad’s Day

Chance to win a Royal Caribbean Cruise for Two (LAKE RAY HUBBARD-May 27, 2013) For hundreds of sailors and spectators, a long-standing Father’s Day tradition will continue when Dallas Race Week launches Sunday, June 16 on Lake Ray Hubbard in Rockwall. Six days of racing action, beautiful sunsets, and pre- and post-race parties will be topped […]

Poker Ride to benefit Throwaway Ponies June 8

Poker Ride to benefit Throwaway Ponies June 8

(May 25, 2013) Join the “All In” Poker Ride Saturday, June 8 at Brockdale Trail, Lake Lavon, supporting Throwaway Ponies Horse Rescue and Therapy Riding in Rockwall. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $25 per hand, with a first place prize of a new Endurance Saddle, valuded at $400. […]