ROCKWALL/HEATH/FATE, TX (December 26, 2018) Here’s a digital look at our January 2019 print edition. Our print publication delivers monthly to more than 20,000 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall and Heath. Extra copies are available for pick up at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the JER Chilton YMCA, the Rockwall County Library, and various […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Dec. 26, 2018) If you want a unique experience in 2019, head down to the Snowy Range Alpacas farm located right here in Rockwall! This small farm boasts a beautiful herd of alpacas hand selected and bred for their attractive colors, quality fleece and remarkable lineage. Alpaca owner Kathryn Klepak first started […]
(HEATH, TX – Dec. 19, 2018) The City of Heath honored employees for their outstanding performance in 2018 at the Annual Awards and Holiday Celebration Luncheon on December 12 at Hidden Creek Events Center in Heath. Kevin Martin was named 2018 Citywide Employee of the Year in recognition of his exemplary work as Code Enforcement Officer. […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 19, 2019) Hit the links at any one of the Rockwall golf courses and you just might run into Darby Burkey, President and CEO of the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce. Between organizing and attending Chamber events and strategizing with the Board to prepare for future and current goals, swinging a […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 18, 2018) To help families in need sleep in comfort and warmth this holiday season, Sleep Experts, committed to “changing lives one relationship at a time,” hosted its 15th annual Share the Warmth drive. The local mattress retailer, including the Rockwall area store on East I-30, collected new blankets, pillows, comforters and […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 17, 2018) The Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce the 2019 incoming Board of Directors: Rick Bernas – Republic Services Eva Hummel – Atmos Energy Ben Northcutt – All Care Comfort Solutions Richard Reynolds – Independent Bank Richard Slutter – Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront Kim Timpa – Timpa Law […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 16, 2018) Blue Ribbon News is honored to have been nominated for BEST PRACTICES IN COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT by the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce. We wish to say thank you to the Chamber and congratulations to all of the nominees. This award showcases a company that demonstrates a commitment to community […]
(ROYSE CITY, TX — November 28, 2018) On Thanksgiving week, local veteran Gary Wilkins received the blessing of his life in the form of a new handicap-accessible vehicle. Wilkins, a member of Royse City American Legion Post 100, nearly lost his life in a tragic motorcycle accident a few years ago. The accident left Wilkins […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — December 6, 2018) I wanted to share with you a story of inspiration this holiday season. Recently I bought some mini pecan muffins from one of my favorite local vendors at the Farmers Market. You don’t see them around much anymore so I try to grab them anytime I do. My mom […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — November 30, 2018) The JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall wrapped up another highly successful fall sports season, with over 1,000 players participating in the Y’s youth soccer, flag football and volleyball programs. The Rockwall YMCA welcomed 127 flag football players, 174 volleyball players, and kicked off its fall Small Fry and Youth […]