Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office takes steps in response to COVID-19 pandemic

Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office takes steps in response to COVID-19 pandemic

  (ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – March 18, 2020) The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office has taken steps in conjunction with elected officials and department heads as we continue to respond to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. As citizens of Rockwall County, be assured that we are in close communication on a daily basis with all levels of […]

City of Royse City: Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency

City of Royse City: Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency

(ROYSE CITY, TX – March 17, 2020) WHEREAS, beginning in December 2019, a novel coronavirus, now designated COVID-19, has spread through the world and has now been declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization; WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is closely monitoring the growing number of cases that have spread into […]

Coronavirus (COVID-19) UPDATE from Rockwall County Judge David Sweet

Coronavirus (COVID-19) UPDATE from Rockwall County Judge David Sweet

Judge Sweet issues disaster declaration for Rockwall County to enhance preparedness and response to COVID-19 outbreak In a special meeting on Monday, March 16, Rockwall County Judge David Sweet issued the following declaration of a state of disaster in public health for Rockwall County regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), to go into effect Tuesday, March […]

City of Heath Mayor Kelson Elam declares local state of emergency disaster

City of Heath Mayor Kelson Elam declares local state of emergency disaster

City of Heath Update on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Tuesday, March 17, 2020 ____________________________________________________________________ “If you are sick, stay home. Testing is far less important at this point than isolating yourself or family member from the general population unless there is respiratory distress.” Dr. Gary A. Bonaquisti, Rockwall County Physician ________________________________________________________________________________ (HEATH, TX – March […]

Important message to the community from our Blue Ribbon News team

Important message to the community from our Blue Ribbon News team

(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – March 17, 2020) Our Blue Ribbon News partners and advertisers are facing unprecedented challenges, as you know. Thank you for supporting locally-owned small businesses, and stepping up to help the nonprofits that serve this community. It’s amazing to see Rockwall County come together, even when physically we have to distance ourselves. Please follow Blue Ribbon […]

Rockwall County Judge David Sweet: Coronavirus (COVID-19) UPDATE

Rockwall County Judge David Sweet: Coronavirus (COVID-19) UPDATE

  Rockwall County taking proactive approach to keep communities safe (ROCKWALL COUNTY – March 13, 2020) Rockwall County has been actively monitoring the situation regarding an outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). This is a rapidly changing situation, and Rockwall County is taking a proactive approach to ensure that the County is prepared for […]

Royse City ISD extends Spring Break to help prevent spread of Coronavirus

Royse City ISD extends Spring Break to help prevent spread of Coronavirus

Royse City ISD sent the following message to RCISD families today: (ROYSE CITY, TX – March 12, 2020) Out of an abundance of caution, Royse City ISD will extend Spring Break one extra week to minimize the potential spread of COVID-19. Beginning Friday, March 13, no extracurricular or UIL activities will take place until further notice. […]

Royse City Chamber’s March 17 luncheon with RCISD Superintendent Worthy still on

Royse City Chamber’s March 17 luncheon with RCISD Superintendent Worthy still on

(ROYSE CITY, TX – March 12, 2019) Royse City Chamber of Commerce is closely monitoring the reports of COVID-19 in the area and taking appropriate precautions for all social and networking gatherings scheduled. The risk to the general public in Royse City remains very low. With practical steps of eliminating handshakes as well as regular […]

First responders, community leaders to join in ‘March for Meals’

First responders, community leaders to join in ‘March for Meals’

 Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County participates in month-long, nationwide ‘March for Meals’ Support will help to fight senior hunger and isolation in Rockwall County (ROCKWALL, TX) Meals on Wheel Senior Services of Rockwall County announced today that it will participate in the 18th annual March for Meals – a month-long, nationwide celebration of Meal […]

Texas Health Hospital Rockwall laboratory receives accreditation

Texas Health Hospital Rockwall laboratory receives accreditation

(ROCKWALL, TX) – The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to the Texas Health Hospital Rockwall laboratory based on results of a recent on-site inspection as part of the CAP’s Accreditation Programs. “The CAP accreditation is the gold standard in laboratory accreditation,” said Clinnis Adams, MBA MT, Laboratory Director. […]