ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 28, 2025) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce wrapped up its 95th year with a celebratory awards banquet and casino night Feb. 27, honoring local leaders and businesses. Presented by Frost Bank, the annual meeting showcased a dazzling display of sequins and sneakers, recognitions and awards at AmeriSports, Rockwall’s indoor multi-sport and event […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 28, 2025) Texas school funding can be complex. With so much misinformation and disinformation about it, we want to break it down. Are you curious about where money is spent in Rockwall ISD? Join us on March 12 for an in-person session with Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal and Senior Chief Financial Officer […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 28, 2025) Trevor Reed of Rockwall, who currently serves as Vice President and Southwest Region Director of Engineering at Volkert, Inc., has been recognized as one of Engineering News-Record (ENR) Texas & Southeast’s Top Young Professionals for 2025. Chosen from a distinguished pool of 129 entries, Reed stands out as one of the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 27, 2025) Each March, Meals on Wheels celebrates the historic day in 1972 when a national nutrition program for seniors was added to the Older Americans Act. This legislation supported the rapid growth of the Meals on Wheels network, which now collectively serves over 2 million seniors each year. Now is a […]
Royse City, TX (February 27, 2025) – New Hope Baptist Church celebrated Black History Month by honoring Rev. Earnestine Reece Scott, a local legend and a beacon of inspiration. Scott, the first African American female valedictorian of Royse City High School’s Class of 1969, was recognized for her remarkable achievements and unwavering commitment to her […]
Rockwall, TX (February 26, 2025) – Catalyst Ministries will host their 3rd annual Golf Tournament on May 1 at Buffalo Creek Golf Club in Heath. The event includes breakfast, lunch, swag, a great round of golf, friendly competition, and awards to follow. Catalyst Ministries is a national Christian organization that raises awareness, & provides restoration […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Feb. 26, 2025) Rockwall County Democratic Chair Susie Stansel has been working tirelessly for our county and for our local democracy. On Monday she attended the Rockwall ISD board meeting, and yesterday, she was present at the Rockwall County Commissioners Court, demonstrating the dedication needed to ensure transparency and accountability in local […]
Rockwall, TX (February 21, 2025) – Mark your calendars for the FFA 4-H Rockwall Youth Fair! The annual spring event is slated for a new location, Tate Farms, beginning Friday, April 4 and continuing through Saturday, April 5. The purpose of the Rockwall Youth Fair is to promote the education, constructive talents and leadership skills […]
Rockwall, TX (February 20, 2025) – Blue Ribbon News is excited to be nominated for an award at the upcoming Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet on February 27! Being considered for the Excellence in Customer Focus award is an incredible honor, and we are grateful to be included amongst other outstanding businesses […]
(Feb. 14, 2025) – Last night Richard and I embarked upon an awe-inspiring journey into history at an exclusive VIP media preview event of Titanic-The Exhibition! in Dallas. I received my 1st class boarding pass as 52-year-old Mrs. Helen Churchill Candee, an author from Washington D.C. assigned to stateroom E63. Richard boarded as 32-year-old Arthur […]