Rest Haven serves up ‘Cocoa & Comfort’ with Angel Wing Remembrance Trees

ROCKWALL/ROWLETT/ROYSE CITY (November 29, 2013) Rest Haven Funeral Homes and Memorial Park is once again offering a special way for families to honor the memory of their loved ones this holiday season. Beginning Monday, December 2, 2013, Angel Wing Remembrance Trees and ornaments will be placed at each of the three Rest Haven Funeral Homes […]

Blue Ribbon News names next winner in weekly giveaway

WINNER EVERY FRIDAY (November 29, 2013) Congratulations to CONNIE CATINCHI who signed up to receive our e-edition newsletter and just won FOUR FREE TICKETS to see the life-sized animatronic dinosaur exhibit OR the Holiday Trail of Lights at The Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary! Our Week Four Winner was DIANE PORTER who is excited about […]

The Santa suit is magic

Pet photos with Santa at Rockwall Petco Dec 7 & 14 ROCKWALL (November 29, 2013) I look pathetic in a Santa suit. Instead of jolly and plump, I look like a red and white beanpole. The uncomfortable pillow strapped around my waist doesn’t help one bit. To be sure, I have the husky voice, the twinkle […]

Rockwall PAWS to host Annual Wine & Dine

ROCKWALL (November 29, 2013) Rockwall PAWS will host its 4th Annual Wine & Dine fundraising event benefiting dogs and cats of Rockwall at 6 p.m. January 25, 2014 at Nineteen, Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club, 2600 Champions Drive. There will be dinner with wine, silent and live auctions, a gift card tree and cash bar. Please […]

Master Gardeners to host holiday decorating class with kids

Master Gardeners to host holiday decorating class with kids

ROCKWALL (November 29, 2013)  Pine cones and holly berries.  Evergreen branches and magnolia leaves.  There is such an abundance of natural materials available to make simple holiday decorations.  Learn how to create a special Christmas centerpiece using a variety of natural materials that have been provided by local Master Gardeners. The Master Gardeners will host a […]

Holiday appeal from Rockwall County Helping Hands

ROCKWALL COUNTY (November 29, 2013) When our Rockwall County neighbors experience an unexpected crisis, where do they turn? If they’re like most in our community, they go to Rockwall County Helping Hands. Why? Because they know Helping Hands serves residents by relieving financial crisis and by providing a medical home. And they know that clients will be treated […]

Grand Marshal of Kiwanis Christmas Parade chosen

ROCKWALL (November 27, 2013) Alondra Sanchez, a student at Sharon Shannon Elementary, is the winner of the poster contest to become the Grand Marshal of the 44th Annual Christmas Parade presented by the Kiwanis Club of Rockwall County. Alondra’s artwork best depicted the parade theme “Just Imagine” according to the contest judges.  Her artwork is […]

Boys & Girls Club Angels Among Us Breakfast Dec 6

Boys & Girls Club Angels Among Us Breakfast Dec 6

ROCKWALL (November 27, 2013) The Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County will host its annual Angels Among Us Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Friday, December 6 at the Hilton Dallas Rockwall Lakefront, 2055 Summer Lee Drive at The Harbor. Enjoy breakfast, entertainment, a silent auction and the announcement of the 2013 Youth of the Year […]

Breakfast with Santa Dec 14 at The Center Rockwall

ROCKWALL (November 26, 2013) Santa Claus is coming to town. Come tell Santa what you would like for Christmas. Pancakes, sausage, bacon, orange juice, candy canes, and activities will be provided. Bring your camera for a picture perfect moment. Saturday, December 14 The Center at Rockwall CityPlace 8:30 – 10 am or 10:30 am – […]