Garland ISD Board names interim superintendent

(Garland ISD – November 20, 2012) As Garland ISD prepares for Superintendent Curtis Culwell’s retirement in December, the Board of Trustees announced an interim at its Nov. 13 work session in the Harris Hill Administration Building. Gary Reeves, assistant superintendent of administration, will lead the district until Culwell’s replacement is named. “Dr. Reeves is a […]

Holiday Event Calendar

Holiday Event Calendar

So many ways to celebrate the season…here are few. Add your event by emailing . Gift of Lights at Texas Motor Speedway WEDNESDAY, NOV. 21 – SUNDAY, JAN. 6 Experience a drive-thru holiday spectacular featuring more than two million LED lights –  600 holiday displays across 1.7 miles at Texas Motor Speedway. $15 per car […]

Ribbon cutting for Dalrock Dental & Orthodontics

(November 20, 2012) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Dalrock Dental Care & Orthodontics with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, November 13. Today’s Smarter Way To Meet Your Dental Needs … With their friendly staff, convenient locations and affordable prices, Dalrock Dental Care & Orthodontics makes it easy for you and your […]

Chamber welcomes Kathy Wykowski, Mary Kay consultant

(November 19, 2012) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Kathy Wykowski, Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 8. Independent beauty consultant Kathy Wykowski truly believes that serving customers is one of the great factors that set Mary Kay Cosmetics apart from every other company. They are a […]

Tips to keep your home safe, secure this holiday season

Tips to keep your home safe, secure this holiday season

(November 19, 2012) The holiday season is peak time for home burglaries and thefts. These valuable tips can help prevent you from being the victim of a crime: Be extra cautious about locking doors and windows. Don’t display gifts and other valuables where they can be seen from a window or doorway. If you go […]

50s Day at Cullins Lake Pointe Elementary

(Rockwall ISD – November 14, 2012) The kindergarten students at Doris Cullins Lake Pointe Elementary celebrated the 50th day of school by dressing up like the 50’s. They ended the day with a sock hop. Kindergarten teachers, from left, dressed the part:  Tanya Hunt, Debbie Schmucker and Joann Alvarez. Submitted by Kristie Leavell, Doris Cullins Lake-Pointe Elementary. To […]

We’ve got good news: Blue Ribbon News goes to print!

We’ve got good news: Blue Ribbon News goes to print!

November 14, 2012 – When school lets out for the holidays, why do we call it Thanksgiving or Christmas “break”? With shopping lists, guest lists, and never-ending to-do lists, this time of year is busier than ever. But being busy is a good thing when you’re doing what matters most. At Blue Ribbon News, we’ve been bustling […]

November Business of the Month recognized

(Rowlett – November 13, 2012) The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce has recognized  Sam’s Club #4783 as its November Business of the Month. Ambassador Vice Chair Kim Nguyen presented the plaque. Sam’s Club Members average savings of 34% vs. traditional retailers … Quality, name-brand merchandise at exceptional prices: It sounds simple enough, but at Sam’s Club, it’s […]