We came. We shopped. We charged. EDITOR’S NOTE ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 20, 2026) There are special occasions when a woman should wear a tiara. Our friend Kristy Tyra decided a shopping tournament was one of them. Sheri Parks, Cindy Tayem and I happily embraced her royal vision. Together, we became Retail Royalty, complete with tiaras, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 13, 2026) – The holiday season is just around the corner, and the City of Rockwall invites residents and visitors to experience the magic of Hometown Christmas on Saturday, December 5, 2026. This beloved community tradition brings a full day of festive fun, holiday shopping, family activities, and Christmas cheer to Historic Downtown […]
ROCKWALL, TX (June 8, 2026)— Lyla’s Clothing & Gifts is excited to welcome shoppers to its new home in Historic Downtown Rockwall at 114 E. Rusk Street. While the move took place in August, many customers are still discovering the boutique’s spacious new location and extensive selection of clothing, gifts, and unique finds. One common […]
Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Monday, June 1 at Lakepointe Church, Rockwall Campus (701 E. Interstate 30, Rockwall, TX 75087) In lieu of flowers, the family suggests honoring Claudette’s generous spirit with a donation to one of her favorite charities or a cause that is meaningful to you. They believe she would have preferred […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 22, 2026) — Friday and Saturday nights this summer will come alive in Rockwall as the city launches its annual San Jacinto Music Series. Held at San Jacinto Plaza from 7 to 9:30 p.m., the series kicks off its summer concerts this May with a full month of free live music featuring […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 16, 2026) Celebrate Rockwall’s 172nd birthday as the city commemorates Founders Day on Saturday, May 16. The free festival takes place both in downtown Rockwall and at Harry Myers Park, with a robust lineup of family programming that begins at 8 a.m. downtown and culminates that evening in the park with high-energy […]
We’ve sprung forward—and now it’s time to open the doors. Dodie’s Cajun Kitchen officially debuts at 11 a.m. Monday, March 9 with bold Cajun flavors, fresh seafood, and good times. GREENVILLE, TX (March 8, 2026) — After much anticipation, Dodie’s Cajun Kitchen is proud to officially open its doors in Downtown Greenville at 11 a.m. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 12, 2024) The Downtown Association is excited to host the Pedal Car Race, a delightful event for children aged 2-5, as part of the Rockwall Rib Rub Run and Roll festivities. Participants will have the opportunity to select from a range of pedal cars, each uniquely decorated by local merchants, and compete […]
FATE, TX (March 22, 2024) Progress continues in Downtown Fate with the groundbreaking ceremony of Sauce & Vine, a full-service Italian restaurant nestled in the heart of downtown Fate adjacent to the Fate Station Park. The beginning of this project marks another milestone for the community’s vision of the revitalization of Downtown Fate. Attending the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Aug. 28, 2023) History buff and longtime Rockwall resident Gina Pickett looks forward to leading more Rockwall Ghost Walks through Downtown Rockwall this October. Tours will be held every Friday and Saturday throughout Halloween month. Blue Ribbon News ventured out on a ghost walk with Gina a couple year back. We enjoyed dinner […]