Meet Hunter, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 31, 2017) Here’s Hunter! Hunter is a sweet 3-year-old boy. He is about 43 pounds and full of life and energy. He gets along well with other dogs as well as cats. He’s still uncertain about walking on a leash and new situations make him a little shy. You might say he’s an introvert […]

Eclipse over Rockwall: Viewing event Aug 21

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 16, 2017) Astrodad (that’s me) is proud to announce that on Monday, August 21, the Rockwall County Library and I will present  a local event of the 2017 Eclipse Across America. Thanks to excellent support from NASA, I’ve got a great “eclipse kit” with safety glasses and information on the event. […]

Ventriloquist from Rockwall vies for Miss America

Ventriloquist from Rockwall vies for Miss America

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 28, 2017) Rockwall native Laryssa Bonacquisti is used to taking the stage as a long-time ventriloquist. But this September, the whole country will be her audience as she competes for the crown in Miss America 2017. Bonacquisti’s first introduction to the Miss America Organization was through her mother Lynette, who won Miss […]

U.S. House answers Rep. Ratcliffe’s call to fund border wall

U.S. House answers Rep. Ratcliffe’s call to fund border wall

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 28, 2017) Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) voted Thursday for the Make America Secure Appropriations Act, 2018 (H.R. 3219), which passed the U.S. House of Representatives to enhance America’s safety through the construction of a border wall with Mexico. The bill fulfills the recent demand of a Ratcliffe-led coalition of lawmakers for […]

Letter to the Editor: Rockwall County Thoroughfare Plan

(ROCKWALL, TX — July 28, 2017) Rockwall County Commissioners Court is moving forward to update the county’s comprehensive thoroughfare plan, which will serve as a guide to continued identification and implementation of long-range transportation projects in Rockwall County. The Commissioners Court has been actively involved in the transportation business for almost two decades. On a […]

Hot Rocks Bike Ride returns to Rockwall

Hot Rocks Bike Ride returns to Rockwall

Registration underway for August 12th event (ROCKWALL, TX — July 12, 2017) Get ready to ride. The 31st annual Hot Rocks Bike Ride, hosted by the Rockwall Noon Rotary Club, will return August 12, 2017. You can register online NOW at www.HotRocksBikeRide.com. This year’s ride includes 12, 24, and 42 mile routes and the main […]

Meet Casper, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 27, 2017) Here’s Casper! Casper is a very friendly and lovable little guy who has never met a stranger. He loves to cuddle and snuggle and is a perfect gentleman. He weighs 9 lbs and is around 8 years old. He’s playful, loves everyone and gets along with other dogs. He is […]

Awards Ceremony wraps up successful YMCA Angel Camp

Awards Ceremony wraps up successful YMCA Angel Camp

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 25, 2017) Kids and staff of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall’s Angel Camp program concluded another exciting summer camp with a celebratory Closing Ceremony on July 21. Campers and their families ate up some delicious Italian cuisine catered by Valentino’s Ristorante in Rowlett and dessert provided by Nothing Bundt Cakes.  […]