ROCKWALL, TX (March 24, 2026) — Ursula Rakow Middle School Orchestra Director Zoe Rheus has been selected as the 2026 Texas Orchestra Directors Association (TODA) Young Educator of the Year. This prestigious award is presented each year to a Texas orchestra director with 10 or fewer years of teaching experience who exemplifies excellence in teaching […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (March 24, 2026) — For the fourth time in five years, the Rockwall-Heath High School a cappella group, Infiniti, is heading back to the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) National Competition in New York City. Infiniti earned first place at the International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) Southwest […]
Rockwall, TX (March 24, 2026) – The City of Rockwall will host a Candidate Forum for the contested Rockwall City Council seats in the upcoming election. The event is open to the public and begins at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9 at The Center, 108 E. Washington St. Blue Ribbon News will live-stream the event […]
Seek not to understand that thou mayest believe but believe that thou mayest understand. –Saint Augustine Rockwall, TX (March 23, 2026) – My son’s modern home features invisible doors in the hallway—paneled walls without doorframes, knobs, or hinges. However, touch a flat disk on certain panels and—surprise—a bathroom or a closet is revealed. We can […]
Rockwall, TX (March 23, 2026) – Unfortunately, in this world we live in, we sometimes get so caught up in just trying to keep our heads above water that we don’t stop and think about some of the things going on around us. Let me give some examples that have been collected to help illustrate […]
Rockwall, TX (March 20, 2026) – April is a time to come together as a community and shine a light on something that matters deeply – protecting our children and giving them every chance to grow, thrive, and feel safe. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. During this month, the color blue becomes a symbol […]
Rockwall County, TX (March 22, 2026) – The Rockwall County Rainbow Room is a nonprofit organization dedicated to meeting the immediate and ongoing needs of children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Working in partnership with Child Protective Services (CPS), the Rainbow Room serves as a vital resource for some of the county’s most vulnerable […]
Rockwall, TX (March 21, 2026) – Across communities everywhere, spring means one thing: kids are back outside riding bikes, scooters, and exploring their neighborhoods again. For many families, it’s a simple joy of childhood – the freedom to ride down the street, meet friends at the park, or cruise around the block. But as bikes […]
Local PetSmart stores will host adoptable pets March 23-29 as part of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week Rowlett, TX (March 21, 2026) – Thanks to a grant from PetSmart Charities, Friends of Rescue Animals (FRAS) will help more cats in the North Texas area get healthy, adoption-ready, and into loving homes. The $50,000 grant will […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (March 20, 2026) — Rockwall County has partnered with Freese and Nichols, Inc., an engineering and planning firm, to update its Thoroughfare Plan in preparation for continued growth and evolving transportation needs across the region. This long-range plan will help guide future roadway connections, preserve key corridors, and support safe and efficient […]