Lone Star CASA seeks volunteers, information sessions set

Lone Star CASA seeks volunteers, information sessions set

Every Child Deserves to Feel Loved This Valentine’s Day ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 6, 2023) – For many of us Valentine’s Day is a chance to show our affection for the important people in our lives through cards, flowers, and other gifts. But candy and cards will be the last thing on the minds of many […]

Rockwall County Aggie Moms 2022 award scholarships to returning Texas A&M students

Rockwall County Aggie Moms 2022 award scholarships to returning Texas A&M students

Tickets available for Maroon & White Casino Night ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 17, 2023) At the Rockwall County Aggie Moms January meeting they awarded the annual returning student scholarships for 2022.  To be eligible for this scholarship the applicant must have completed over 60 hours at either Texas A&M-College Station or Texas A&M- Galveston campuses.  Mom […]

PUP-Date: What’s up with Millie, Patriot PAWS service dog in training

PUP-Date: What’s up with Millie, Patriot PAWS service dog in training

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 2, 2023) If you haven’t yet… meet Millie! A 2 & a half year old Labrador Retriever who is nearing the end of her training with Patriot PAWS. Blue Ribbon News has followed along with Millie’s journey since the beginning as a precious puppy through PUP-dates from her sponsor, Milestone Home Service […]

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: That’s For The Birds

Kukka by Sally Kilgore: That’s For The Birds

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 2, 2023) I don’t like birds really. Rephrase – I have an aversion to parakeets and other birds in cages, those that squawk and shriek, especially those pets loose and flying around indoors. Feathered creatures outdoors are the birds that I have come to enjoy. We did some casual birdwatching in The […]

Gun Safety Demo and Project ChildSafe Lock giveway at Rockwall County Library

Gun Safety Demo and Project ChildSafe Lock giveway at Rockwall County Library

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 3, 2023) Last year up to 18,000 children and teens were killed or wounded by a gun in the U.S.  Safely storing and locking firearms when not in use is the best way to prevent accidents. Rockwall County Library has collaborated with Project ChildSafe and Rockwall County’s Sheriff Department to help spread […]

When is the right time for someone with dementia to move into a care home?

When is the right time for someone with dementia to move into a care home?

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 3,2023) Do you ever wonder when the time is necessary to move your loved one into a long term care facility? Join Dear Lucy from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 as she discusses when is the right time, how and who should make that decision and the pros and cons […]

Rockwall Women’s League to host 50th Anniversary Celebration  

Rockwall Women’s League to host 50th Anniversary Celebration  

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 1, 2023) With great excitement, Rockwall Women’s League announces our 50th year of service to Rockwall County. Rockwall Women’s League began its mission in 1973, and thanks to the generosity and support of our donors, we continue to thrive. Rockwall Women’s League has distributed several million dollars throughout our philanthropic history. We […]

Sneak peek at Blue Ribbon News’ Valentine’s issue, hot off the press

Sneak peek at Blue Ribbon News’ Valentine’s issue, hot off the press

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Feb. 1, 2023 — The print pub is on its way to mailboxes next week (pending any further weather-related delays at the post office!), but you can catch a digital view of our February issue right now by clicking the cover image below. Our special Valentine’s “How I Met My Mate” […]

Former Rockwall resident sentenced to 70 years for Aggravated Sexual Assault, Indecency with a Child

Former Rockwall resident sentenced to 70 years for Aggravated Sexual Assault, Indecency with a Child

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 30, 2023) On January 25, 2023, a Rockwall County jury returned a verdict of guilty against former Rockwall resident Martin Alfredo Escobar-Rivera, 31, on charges of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child and Indecency with a Child – Sexual Contact.  The same jury assessed Escobar-Rivera’s punishment at 60 years and 10 years […]

Awards presented at Rockwall Helping Hands’ annual board meeting

Awards presented at Rockwall Helping Hands’ annual board meeting

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 26, 2023) On Monday, January 23rd, Rockwall County Helping Hands hosted their Annual Board Meeting at the Hilton Lakefront. Where the Helping Hands Board of Directors, Staff, and Partners gather together to celebrate the year past and cast vision for the year ahead. Past Chairman of the Board, Brian Llewellyn, facilitated the […]

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