One of the greatest things about serving as editor of Blue Ribbon News is that my inbox is always filled with good news. Hardly a day goes by that I don’t have the privilege of opening at least one email about a hometown hero or a community rallying behind a neighbor in need. It’s easy to […]
TeamConnor Childhood Cancer Foundation recently announced Laurent Robinson, former wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys now with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and his wife Kat, as honorary chairs of the III Forks Golf Classic, Dinner and Auction on May 6-7, 2012. “We are excited to be a part of this worthy cause and hope we can […]
Hawaiian Falls held a Prayer Walk and Wavepool signing simultaneously at its waterparks in The Colony and Mansfield on April 10. People of all faiths were invited to write a prayer, scripture or memorial on the wavepool walls and floor before they are sealed for the 2012 season. There were stations set up throughout the […]
(Dallas) April 10, 2012 – Centennial Medical Center recently hired Reed Hammond as chief operating officer. He will be an integral part of Centennial Medical Center’s leadership team with primary responsibilities of managing all day-to-day operations for the hospital and leading patient satisfaction and quality initiatives. With more than 10 years of combined clinical and administrative health […]
Participating startup companies look to fill nearly 100 jobs RoundUp for StartUps is an exciting and different networking event designed to bring together local tech and engineering experts with Dallas-based startups. East Dallas resident Chris Gay, founder of two startups, is the brains behind this inaugural event, and hopes it will help keep the tech-savvy […]
CHICS Charity, a group of local ladies who have come together to raise money in support of The Family Place, will host a Happy Hour from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 2012 at Ocean Prime, 2010 Cedar Springs, Dallas, 75201. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and enjoy the springtime weather on the patio. A $10 […]
Business women in Garland, Rowlett, Sachse and across Dallas-Fort Worth are invited to take part in The Women’s Business E-nitiative Empowerment Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 18 at the Hyatt Place Dallas, located at 5101 N. George Bush Freeway in Garland. “E-nitiative” events are designed to enrich, engage and empower working […]
(Rockwall ISD) Fifth grade students at Doris Cullins Lake Pointe Elementary School recently participated in the Sons of The American Revolution poster contest. This year’s topic was the Battle of Guilford Courthouse. Sam Wigley won first place for his art work and his poster went on to the state competition. Sam was awarded $100, a certificate, and […]
(Dallas) Rays of Light, a Dallas-based nonprofit organization that helps special needs children and their families, will host its second annual Shine On Gala on Friday, April 27 at the Park Cities Hilton. Last year the gala raised more than $83,000. This year’s event includes a VIP cocktail hour, live auction, live band, and a […]
Luxury automobile dealership group strengthens relationships with area colleges to find best candidates Park Place Dealerships is seeking interns for the summer following a successful inaugural year with its internship program. As part of the company’s effort to recruit students, Park Place headed to area college campuses such as Baylor, Southern Methodist University, Texas Christian […]