(Rockwall) August 11, 2013 – The Iron Chef Challenge benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Rockwall County drew more than 200 participants to Southfork Ranch Aug. 10, 2013. The fundraising event was a huge success and a ton of fun! Emcees were Chef Michael Carroll, Rockwall Mayor David Sweet and Billy Quinton of Q Ball […]
(Rockwall) July 17, 2013 – Work will start this month on the $8.6 million voter-approved capital improvement project in Downtown Rockwall that, when completed, will provide accessible sidewalks, more parking spaces in and around downtown, enhanced areas for visitor to gather and new landscaping. The first project will include realignment of parking and the addition […]
Why the Y? (Rockwall) June 27, 2013 – Editor’s Note: For more than 30 years, the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall has been helping to shape the lives of many in the local community. With a mission to “put Christian values into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all,” the Y […]
Dress like a rock star to win $2,500 cash (Rockwall) June 25, 2013 – Ever dreamed of being in the spotlight? Rockwall has given rise to some incredible local talent. Now it’s your turn to show off your rock star swag. Whether you want to be a rock star – or just look like one – Peghead […]
Injured Rockwall noodler’s Bare Knuckle Team continues to win big (Rockwall) June 24, 2013 – After making headlines for his record-setting catch at the Red River Noodling Shootout, “bare knuckle” fisherman Eddie Drake of Rockwall has one more reason to celebrate as he recovers from his injuries. His noodling buddy, Jimmy Millsap with the Bare Knuckle […]
Volunteers continue to provide help for infected exotic cats Prayers, supplies, donations needed (Wylie) June 23, 2013 – About ten days ago, Blue Ribbon News shared a press release from In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center in Wylie about the outbreak of canine distemper among several of the sanctuary’s big cats. Here is an […]
(Rockwall) June 21, 2013 – Recovering from a serious ankle injury and staph infection is just one more challenge that “bare knuckle” fisherman Eddie Drake of Rockwall is determined to win. The 32-year-old Bodin Concrete worker is resting at home following more than two weeks of treatment at Lake Pointe Medical Center. He’s on the mend […]
(June 18, 2013) As the saying goes, local songwriter Glenn Boudreau, 63, may not have been born in Texas, but he got here as fast as he could. The Rhode Island native and his wife, Cookie, moved to Royse City about nine years ago, and recently took up residence in Rockwall. “As a young boy, […]
Blue Ribbon News, Sail with Scott team up to host weekly prize drawings (Lake Ray Hubbard, Rockwall) June 18, 2013 – Blue Ribbon News is offering readers THREE WAYS to WIN a shared cruise for two from Sail with Scott aboard Harbor Lights, Seawolf or the new Bucket List. We’ll draw a winner every Friday […]
(Rockwall) June 17, 2013 – Attendees at the recent Rockwall County Helping Hands “Junk Prom” dusted off the forgotten glory and beauty of their prom dresses and played dress-up while enjoying the greatest flea market finds! It was a magical evening complete with a makeshift stage for the band, amazing vendors, a Junk Prom Court […]