Hello, my name is Caleb Davis and I am a Star Scout in Boy Scout Troop 83 in Rockwall. I have been given the opportunity to write a column for Blue Ribbon News. My column will focus on Boy Scout troops in Rockwall – Troop 83 in greater detail. I hope to explain to the […]
(ROCKWALL – October 23, 2013) The Alzheimer’s Association Memory Cafe is an opportunity for people to share stories and socialize with others who are living a similar journey with dementia. The Memory Cafe meets the third Wednesday of every month at Culver’s. The next meeting is from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20 at […]
Coming together to benefit the future culinary workforce Local organizations lend time and money to area’s only high school Iron Chef-style competition (October 23, 2013) Hard work plus determination is the simple recipe for success, but several local organizations are adding a few extra ingredients to help high school culinary students prep for the future. They’re […]
(ROCKWALL – October 22, 2013) Rockwall County Newcomers & Friends were entertained at their Oct. 11th meeting by magician Sam Sawyers with Main Street Magic & Fun Company from McKinney. Sam performed numerous magic acts and illusions with help from some of the Newcomers. Sock Hop Social Oct 25th During the Oct. 11th meeting, members […]
(ROCKWALL – October 22, 2013) Frankie Gonzalez was presented the Rockwall Student of Honor at the Rockwall Rotary Club’s October 17th lunch meeting. Frankie attends Rochell Elementary, and was honored for his outstanding academic and citizenship achievement. Jeff Shell, Vocational Services Chairman, presented the award. Photos by Greg Caffarel. Please click here to LIKE our […]
302 Ross St. is dedicated to Villalobos family with an unprecedented event (ROCKWALL – October 22, 2013) Rockwall Habitat for Humanity would like to give a big thank you to the Rockwall Fire Department, (Chief Mark Poindexter) and Station #1 on Boydstun Ave for providing them with ice each Saturday at their latest worksite. RHFH […]
(ROCKWALL – October 21, 2013) We have a test for any Blue Ribbon News reader who’s up to the challenge. Look into those eyes. Go ahead. We dare you. What do you see? We’re guessing you can read Pepa’s life history by gazing into this sweet dog’s expressive eyes. She was in deplorable shape when […]
(ROCKWALL – October 21, 2013) The Rockwall City Council recently approved a contract with Rockwall County Committee on Aging to help fund the Meals on Wheels program and other senior services, including nutritional programs for the elderly and disabled in the city. MayorDavid Sweet said Meals on Wheels is a vital service to the community. […]
Student volunteers help make Rockwall tradition a success PRINT & BRING COUPON BELOW TO RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT ON A SINGLE PURCHASE UP TO $50! (ROCKWALL – October 20, 2013) The first truckload of pumpkins arrived two days before the Grand Opening of Rockwall’s Original Pumpkin Patch. The large tent was set up and the […]
Plant & Seed Swap 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, November 2 Discovery Garden, 875 Riding Club Road (ROCKWALL COUNTY – October 19, 2013) It is time to start dividing your crowded perennials, bulbs and groundcover. Perennials need to be divided on a regular basis to maintain healthy and vigorous growth. You may not have the […]