In the backyard of his Heath home on the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, Lorne Liechty shares a celebratory moment with country music legend Pat Green as a spectacular fireworks display lights up the night sky. Every now and then, you find yourself at a gathering that isn’t just a birthday party—it’s a reflection of […]
Rockwall County (August 15, 2025) – My fascination with decennial birthdays began when I turned 10 and thought it was cool that I had two digits in my age! I turned 20 while in college, and what I remember of that night I won’t discuss here! I was terrified that I was getting old when […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 8, 2025) – Blue Ribbon News is honored to wish a very Happy 100th Birthday to Ruth Holt, a beloved resident at Lakeshore Assisted Living and Memory Care (5250 Medical Drive in Rockwall), who turns 100 on July 11! Born in Fate, TX, Ruth is a proud lifelong Texan with a Master’s […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 19, 2024) Angela Beatrice Thoreson, a beloved resident at Liberty Heights Gracious Retirement Living in Rockwall, is enjoying a family gathering today in honor of her 106th birthday tomorrow! Angela was born on May 20th, 1918 in Chicago, IL. She moved to Rockwall in 1995 and loves spending time with her family, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 6, 2024) Maxine Vines, a beloved resident of Brookdale Summer Ridge in Rockwall, celebrated her 104th birthday Sunday during a special gathering of friends of family at the senior living facility. Maxine was born in Canton, TX on May 5, 1920. She happens to be the only one of her eight siblings […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 24, 2023) Over 50 family and friends and five generations gathered at the Veterans Resource & Outreach Center in Rowlett on July 23 to celebrate the 100th birthday of Donald L. Van Handel, a local WWII Marine with a long career in aviation. “Don has a flight license for just about every […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 9, 2023) ~ When it comes to adding life to your years, John Figliulo could be considered an expert. Born January 10, 1926, John celebrated his 97th birthday this past weekend with his wife of nearly eight years, Evelyn, his nine children and over 80 family, friends, and neighbors. Spend a little […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 26, 2022) Born October 28, 1917, Joyce Alene Preskitt Ruminer will be celebrated this Friday at Brookdale at Summer Ridge, the retirement and assisted living community where she resides. Senator Bob Hall is preparing a proclamation in her honor, and there will be birthday cake, balloons, and plenty of fanfare for this […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 23, 2022) Look who’s turning 105! The family of Sylvia Johnson invites the entire community to celebrate Sylvia Johnson’s special day with a drive-by birthday parade at 2PM tomorrow (Saturday, Sept. 24) at 2622 Cypress Drive, Rockwall 75087 (Ridgecrest neighborhood). Join in the parade or send a greeting card, and let’s show […]
ROCKWALL, TX (July 22, 2022) Over 60 members strong, CWO2 (Chief Warrant Officer 2) James W. Randolph Detachment 1465, Marine Corps League, gathered recently to celebrate one of its own – Rockwall resident Donald Van Handel. Don will turn 99 this Saturday, July 23. Don’s daughter and son-in-law brought him to the Veterans Resource Outreach […]