Bubbles, Bags & Big Impact

Bubbles, Bags & Big Impact

Rockwall, TX (September 25, 2025) – It was more than designer purses and celebration at the Bubbles & Bags event held Sept. 13 at Southfork Ranch — it was about standing together to protect children. Nearly 750 supporters filled the room, raising both funds and awareness for the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County. From […]

Patti Richter, On Faith: God Still Speaks to Those Who Listen

Patti Richter, On Faith: God Still Speaks to Those Who Listen

Rockwall, TX (September 24, 2025) – Elsie recently joined the weekly Bible study group I attend. Her longer, foreign name is harder to say. She’s lived in the US for a dozen or so years and speaks nearly perfect English—especially for those familiar with a South African accent. I enjoy listening to Elsie, especially her […]

Honoring 50 Years of Community: The Future of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall

Honoring 50 Years of Community: The Future of the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall

Rockwall, TX (September 23, 2025) – For 50 years, the YMCA in Rockwall has been more than a gym. It has been the heartbeat of a growing Rockwall County – a place where babies took their first swim, young athletes found their footing on the field, and generations of families built friendships, resilience, and lasting […]

Falling in Love with Local Business this Fall

Falling in Love with Local Business this Fall

Rockwall, TX (September 23, 2025) – Fall has arrived in Rockwall, and with it comes a renewed sense of warmth, connection, and community. As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to show their color, we’re reminded that this season is more than just cooler weather and Friday night football—it’s about slowing down, taking […]

It’s time for fall planting!

It’s time for fall planting!

Rockwall, TX (September 22, 2025) – Before you plan that trip to the garden center, here are some important points you should be considering for your garden beds. Soil Prep Our heavy clay is not ideal for most plants that prefer well-draining soil.  If you spend some time amending your soil with compost, your efforts […]

Hot off the press, making a splash: Blue Ribbon News Rubber Duck Edition

Hot off the press, making a splash: Blue Ribbon News Rubber Duck Edition

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Sept. 19 , 2025) —Our latest print edition is hot off the press and on its way to mailboxes across Rockwall County next week. Can’t wait? Click here to check out the digital version now. Blue Ribbon News is Rockwall County’s number one source for uplifting local stories and community-driven coverage—online and in […]

Bikes, Bears & Big Hearts: 10th Annual Teddy Bear Ride gears up for Sept. 21

Bikes, Bears & Big Hearts: 10th Annual Teddy Bear Ride gears up for Sept. 21

REGISTER NOW AT rockwallbikesfortykes.com Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2025) – Motorcycle enthusiasts, community champions, and families from across Rockwall County and beyond—mark your calendars for Sunday, Sept. 21 as the 10th Annual Bikes for Tykes Teddy Bear Ride rolls out in support of the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC).Hosted by America’s Guardians Law […]

When Our Faith in God Goes Missing

When Our Faith in God Goes Missing

Rockwall, TX (August 15, 2025) – Red sky in the morning, sailors take warning. That old saying predicted bad weather in the days before reliable forecasting. Whereas blue skies suggested—rightly or wrongly—that all is clear ahead. Faith in God can rely on faulty assumptions also. When all is well with us, we feel blessed from […]

Here We Grow: It’s the Season – Autumn Gardening

Here We Grow: It’s the Season – Autumn Gardening

Rockwall, TX (August 14, 2025) – Have you wanted to try vegetable gardening?  If so, you might be thinking, “It’s August… it’s too late AND too hot for a garden this year.”  Think again.  Did you know that North Texas has two growing seasons; spring and autumn?  Autumn in North Texas is an ideal time […]