Rockwall Chamber president selected to Texas Association of Business Board of Directors

ROCKWALL (January 13, 2014) The president of the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, Dana K. Macalik, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Texas Association of Business. Macalik will fill a two-year leadership position that began this month, and in February will attend an induction ceremony in Austin at the 2014 TAB […]

The Foreigner opens Feb 7 at Rockwall Community Playhouse

ROCKWALL (January 13, 2014) The Rockwall Community Playhouse will present The Foreigner by Larry Shue, directed by Felicia Sykes, on February 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23. Performances are at 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday; and 2 p.m. on Sunday. A fishing lodge in rural Georgia is the location for […]

Winners announced in Rockwall YMCA membership giveaway

(January 1o, 2014) Blue Ribbon News and JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall have teamed up to say thank you for following our GOOD NEWS and to wish you a very happy and healthy New Year! Two lucky Blue Ribbon News readers have been randomly selected to win a FREE 3-month membership to the JER Chilton YMCA […]

Rockwall Chamber welcomes Principal Financial Group

Rockwall Chamber welcomes Principal Financial Group

ROCKWALL (January 10, 2014) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed new member, Principal Financial Group. What people want at retirement is simple – the time and money to enjoy the activities they only imagined before. Retirement usually assures the time, but what about the money? So how do you save for retirement in […]

Rockwall Chamber announces 2014 Board of Directors

ROCKWALL (January 8, 2014) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the driving force of business for Rockwall, recently announced its 2014 Board of Directors, including those elected at the November meeting of the Board of Directors. Lou Johnson, Senior Vice President and Trust Manager, American National Bank Wealth Management Group/Trust Services, will serve as the 2014 […]

Senator Ken Paxton to speak at Rockwall Republican Men’s Club Saturday

ROCKWALL COUNTY (January 8, 2014) The public is welcome as the Rockwall County Republican Men’s Club welcomes Senator Ken Paxton, candidate for Texas Attorney General, as its guest speaker at 8 a.m. Saturday, January 11 at the Community Center at Harry Myers Park, 901 E. Washington, Rockwall, TX 75087. The cost is $6, which includes […]

Local businesses help ensure local seniors enjoy holiday meals

ROCKWALL COUNTY (January 7, 2014) Thanks to the support of local businesses, Rockwall Meals on Wheels was able to serve two special holiday meals each to almost 200 area seniors. A Christmas Eve meal was sponsored by Dr. Les Sandknop and prepared by Zanata. The New Year’s Eve meal was sponsored by The Patient Gardener and […]

Ballet Royale presents Tales of Beatrix Potter Jan 18

Ballet Royale presents Tales of Beatrix Potter Jan 18

ROCKWALL / HEATH (January 7, 2014) The dancers of Ballet Royale, the official dance company of Royalty Dance Academy, will present The Tales of Beatrix Potter at 6 p.m. Saturday, January 18th at the Rockwall-Heath High School Auditorium, 801 Laurence Drive. Enjoy an evening of classic children’s stories with beautiful dancers, amazing costumes and stunning scenery. […]

Democrats to host breakfast party, Voter ID information session planned

ROCKWALL (January 7, 2014) There will be a Rockwall County Democratic Party Breakfast from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 18 at Harry Myers Community Center,  815 E. Washington, Rockwall. Democrats will review and discuss the proposed strategic plan for the Democratic Primary Election.  We value your input. Voter ID Information Session A Voter ID Information […]

Meet Dottie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Dottie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL (January 6, 2014) Now that the New Year has arrived, it’s a great time to give yourself an image makeover. Dottie is here to help. Imagine yourself strutting down the street with this sleek beauty by your side. Now visualize the reaction. Cars will stop, neighbors will gawk and you’ll be the center of attention. Are […]