Now accepting Summer Camp Spotlight submissions

Now accepting Summer Camp Spotlight submissions

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 18, 2024) Spring begins tomorrow, and for our busy Blue Ribbon News crew that means we’re already accepting submissions for our 2024 Summer Camp Spotlight. Each year this helfpul guide features local (Rockwall County area) summer camp programs, Vacation Bible Schools, sports and skills camps, recreational activities and fun, learning opportunities […]

The new Judge in town

The new Judge in town

Rowlett, TX (March 15, 2024) – There’s a new Judge in town.Did you know the Rowlett Municipal Court is a happy place to be? Indeed a statement of truth, the whole truth.After lengthy negotiations  (Staff: “Can we have an office kitty?” Judge Kilgore: “Yes.”) the search was on. Court staff & Judge Kilgore found what […]

Ballard announces $40M in DOE grants to support build-out of integrated fuel cell production Gigafactory in Rockwall

Ballard announces $40M in DOE grants to support build-out of integrated fuel cell production Gigafactory in Rockwall

RENDERING Courtesy of Ballard Power Systems VANCOUVER, CANADA ROCKWALL, TX (March 14, 2024) – Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) announced it has received notification from the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that Ballard’s applications for two grants totaling US$40 million under the Clean Hydrogen Electrolysis, […]

Rockwall-Heath’s Infiniti Choir soars to Nationals in NYC for International Championship of High School A Cappella Finals

Rockwall-Heath’s Infiniti Choir soars to Nationals in NYC for International Championship of High School A Cappella Finals

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (March 13, 2024) —Infiniti, Rockwall-Heath High School’s renowned select mixed a cappella ensemble, is set to make waves on the national stage once again as it secures a coveted spot in the 19th International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) Finals. Its remarkable journey to this prestigious event is a testament to […]

Sprouts Farmers Market announces grand opening of Rockwall location this Friday, March 15

Sprouts Farmers Market announces grand opening of Rockwall location this Friday, March 15

Celebration includes exclusive offers, games, giveaways and more ROCKWALL, TX (March 12, 2024) – Sprouts Farmers Market announced it will open its newest store in Rockwall on Friday, March 15 located at 469 E. Interstate 30 in Rockwall. A ribbon cutting will take place Friday morning at 6:45 a.m. The doors to the store will […]

Experience the cosmos at the Sun, Moon, and You solar eclipse viewing at Cotton Bowl Stadium on April 8

Experience the cosmos at the Sun, Moon, and You solar eclipse viewing at Cotton Bowl Stadium on April 8

DALLAS, TX (March 11, 2024) – The “Sun, Moon, and You Total Solar Eclipse Viewing” is coming to Cotton Bowl® Stadium at Fair Park on Monday, April 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. CST. This one-of-a-kind free, public event will provide opportunities to learn about solar eclipses, the Sun, and solar-monitoring efforts at the […]

Rockwall Youth Fair Livestock Show, Ag Mechanics Show and Market Sale returns March 20-23

Rockwall Youth Fair Livestock Show, Ag Mechanics Show and Market Sale returns March 20-23

  Rockwall, TX (March 11, 2024) – Rockwall’s oldest organization will bring its one-of-a-kind Livestock Show, Agriculture Mechanics Show and Market Sale back to the grounds of the Rockwall County Courthouse for the 71st year on March 20-23. The Youth Fair of Rockwall County showcases the hard work and dedication of area youth in the […]

Over $20K raised for JER Chilton YMCA’s Day of Giving

Over $20K raised for JER Chilton YMCA’s Day of Giving

Rockwall, TX (March 8, 2024) – The carnival rolled into our JER Chilton YMCA community on Tuesday, March 5 with games, treats and tons of fun to kick off YMCA Day of Giving.  Young and old alike came to participate in the activities with a Swim-a-thon, “axe-throwing”, popcorn, hot dogs and much more! But nothing […]

Rockwall FFA seeks wildfire relief supplies for Stock the Trailer event

Rockwall FFA seeks wildfire relief supplies for Stock the Trailer event

ROCKWALL, TX (March 6, 2024) Rockwall FFA Chapter will host a Stock the Trailer event to collect much-needed supplies for those affected by the Panhandle wildfires. Among the items needed are blankets, toiletries, bottled water, first aid kits, flashlights, water tanks, and Visa gift cards for fuel. The trailer will be parked outside the Rockwall […]

Donating for determined ranchers

Donating for determined ranchers

ROCKWALL, TX (March 5, 2024) Late Friday evening as the wildfires continued to burn out of control across the Texas Panhandle, something began to settle deep into my heart. The level of devastation gripping the ranchers and their land was unprecedented. With fires consuming over one million acres, this fire was quickly becoming the largest […]

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