ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 21, 2026) – The Rockwall County Library is inviting the community to get creative this May with its annual Mini Art Exhibition, themed “Unearth a Story.” Open to teens, adults, and children ages 8 and up, the program welcomes artists of all experience levels to participate. Beginning May 1, community members […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — The Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees recently participated in its annual Team of Eight training. The session, required by the Texas Education Code, focused on key topics shaping the district’s future. Below is a summary of the discussion and updates shared. Rockwall ISD Board of Trustees Team of Eight […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — Catholic Charities Dallas, in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank, will bring its Mobile Community Pantry to Rockwall, providing free fresh food to individuals and families in need. The pantry will be hosted at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1305 Damascus Rd., with multiple distribution dates […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 20, 2026) — As early voting gets underway, Blue Ribbon News is resharing its Facebook livestream of the recent City Council Candidate Forum, following multiple community requests. The forum, hosted by the City of Rockwall on April 9, features candidates for the contested Rockwall City Council seats and is available for viewing […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 20, 2026) This past Saturday, April 18, New Citizen Certificates were presented to members of our community who recently became U.S. citizens. Rockwall County Judge Frank New administered the Naturalization Oath of Allegiance to the United States of America. Patriotic Singers Gail Lasky, Barbara Matthews, Jamie Rubush, and Debbie Weigant opened […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 19, 2026) The Rockwall High School Top 10 students and their families were celebrated during a luncheon hosted by Principal Dane Steinberger, high school administration, and counselors at the Hilton Harbor on April 9. Families, the board of trustees, Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal, and district leaders celebrated the accomplishments of these graduating […]
From left: Captain Michael Caffey, Rockwall Professional Firefighters Association President; Dennis Lewis, Rockwall City Council member; Michael Sauder, Driver/Engineer; Council member Anna Campbell; Council member Richard Henson; Rockwall Mayor Tim McCallum; Captain Josh Turner. Submitted photo. ROCKWALL, TX (April 2026) — Members of the Rockwall City Council traded their usual roles for bunker gear last […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 17, 2026) Students from the Dr. Gene Burton College & Career Academy (GBCCA) delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Business Professionals of America (BPA) State Leadership Conference, earning top honors and securing their place on the national stage. A total of 18 GBCCA students qualified or were selected as alternates for […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 16, 2026) — A cherished Rockwall tradition returns this summer as the 8th Annual For the Love of Lacie Backyard Benefit invites guests to “Meet Me Under the Stars” for an unforgettable evening of music, remembrance, and community impact. Set for Sunday, June 7, 2026, this intimate private backyard concert will once […]
GLOBE Cohort members deliver donated items to local foster partners. ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (April 15, 2026) The Rockwall County 4-H GLOBE Cohort, led by Rockwall-Heath High School students Jeet Sodhi and Jind Sodhi, extends its sincere gratitude to the community for the overwhelming support of the Foster Teen Impact Drive. What began as a student-led […]