Helping Hands Festival of Trees 2023

Helping Hands Festival of Trees 2023

Rockwall, TX (November 20, 2023) – Rockwall County Helping Hands hosted its annual Festival of Trees Luncheon and Style Show Nov. 10, followed by the Festival of Trees Gala on Nov. 11. The Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront was transformed into a winter wonderland for this festive fundraising event. Proceeds benefit Helping Hands programs that make a […]

Hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News Holiday Print Edition

Hot off the press: Rockwall County Blue Ribbon News Holiday Print Edition

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 17, 2023) — Our latest print edition is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes next week, but you can preview a digital version of our holiday issue right now by clicking the cover image below. The print edition delivers to about 17,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County, highlighing […]

Hot off the press: Blue Ribbon News-Rockwall County November 2023 print edition

Hot off the press: Blue Ribbon News-Rockwall County November 2023 print edition

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX –Oct. 20, 2023 — Our latest print edition is hot off the press and headed to mailboxes, but you can preview a digital version of our November issue right now by clicking the cover image below. The print edition delivers to about 17,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County, highlighing hometown good […]

Cooking With Ease: King Ranch Casserole

Cooking With Ease: King Ranch Casserole

Rockwall, TX (September 28, 2023) – At this point, I think we can safely say the 100-degree days are behind us. For me, this means casseroles, soups, stews, chili, cornbread, cobblers, and all the other fall things. Growing up, my mom made this casserole almost weekly. It was one of her go-to meals. It’s easy, […]

Getting over Ourselves and Finding a Better Identity

Getting over Ourselves and Finding a Better Identity

  Rockwall, TX (September 27, 2023) – Hearing the distinct sound of an approaching garbage truck, my three-year-old son raced to a window to see his hero leap from a metal step and whisk away our trash. So, his early desire to become a garbage man someday made perfect sense. However, as his world broadened […]

Lifesavers take action

Lifesavers take action

Rockwall, TX (September 27, 2023) – Rockwall Mayor Trace Johannesen and City Council recently recognized several employees with a Life-Saving Award for working together to save the life of a Farmer’s Market vendor. On July 1, Farmer John of State 28 Farm suffered a cardiac arrest, and Rockwall Parks & Recreation employee Bryan Escobar jumped […]

The most spec-QUACK-ular event of the season is back and bigger than ever!

The most spec-QUACK-ular event of the season is back and bigger than ever!

Rockwall, TX (September 26, 2023) – The Rockwall Rubber Duck Regatta & Jeep Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 14 at The Harbor. This fun fall festival boasts all-day fun with a huge kids zone, live music and entertainment, fantastic food trucks, a vendor market with great deals, adrenaline-pumping Mini-Jeep races, 4×4 obstacles, a Halloween-themed […]

Property with Divine Purpose – Hall family’s historic home lays foundation for new church

Property with Divine Purpose – Hall family’s historic home lays foundation for new church

Rockwall, TX (September 26, 2023) – Countless cars cruise Lakeshore Drive daily, unaware of the profound history that lies just a few yards away. A deep and heartfelt history found in the home of a family deeply rooted in faith and Rockwall, led by a patriot with a witty humor and a strong sense of service. The home, a fixture in the neighborhood, […]

Hot off the press: Blue Ribbon News Rockwall County October print edition

Hot off the press: Blue Ribbon News Rockwall County October print edition

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Sept. 22, 2023 — Our latest print edition is on its way to mailboxes, but you can preview a digital version of our October issue right now by clicking the cover image below. The print edition delivers to about 17,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County, highlighing hometown good news and […]

The Rose Table: Lunch box treats

The Rose Table: Lunch box treats

Rockwall, TX (August 11, 2023) – It’s time to go back to school and I can’t think of a better lunchbox treat than my easy Chocolate Chip Bar Cookies from The Rose Table Cookbook! This one bowl recipe couldn’t be easier to make. You don’t even need to soften butter! Cut them in large squares […]