PHOTOS from Rockwall Fourth of July Parade

PHOTOS from Rockwall Fourth of July Parade

(ROCKWALL, TX – July 5, 2015) The fourth annual Rockwall News 4th of July Parade , co-sponsored by the City of Rockwall, Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, Rod Holland Real Estate and Rockwall Cryo Whole Body Cryotherapy, included floats from businesses and local organizations, scout troops, youth groups, and elected officials. Check out some of the photos shot by Blue […]

Families have a blast at Lakeshore Church’s FreedomFest

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 30, 2015) Hundreds of locals flocked to the grounds of Lakeshore Church on Sunday, June 28 to kick off the celebration of American independence – and raise money for the church’s mission trips to boot – during the 13th Annual Freedom Fest fireworks event on the church grounds. The event featured […]

Entries being accepted for Rockwall 4th of July Parade

(ROCKWALL, TX – June 29, 2015) The fourth annual Rockwall News 4th of July Parade will be held Saturday, July 4, beginning at 11 am, from the RISD football stadium/Aquatic Center parking lot to Dobbs Elementary School. The normally hour-long parade will leave the parking lot, head north on TL Townsend Dr. past the County […]

Fireworks, floats & family fun happening in & around Rockwall this Fourth of July

Fireworks, floats & family fun happening in & around Rockwall this Fourth of July

Blue Ribbon News has compiled a list of fireworks displays, parades and other Fourth of July festivities happening in and around the Lake Ray Hubbard area to celebrate Independence Day 2015. Here’s the line-up; check back for continued updates! To share your events, email . FRIDAY, JUNE 26 ROYSE CITY FOURTHFEST Celebrate Freedom with free […]

Five Fireworks Safety Tips You Need to Know to Avoid the ER this Fourth of July

Five Fireworks Safety Tips You Need to Know to Avoid the ER this Fourth of July

It’s all fun with fireworks til someone gets burned ROCKWALL,TX. (June 25, 2015) Every year around the Fourth of July, hospitals see an uptick of emergency patients due to fireworks-related injuries. What is supposed to be a fun-filled celebration can quickly turn into an unplanned visit to your local ER.  Children have the greatest risk […]

Rowlett to host Fireworks at Bayside

(ROWLETT, TX – June 14, 2015) Join friends and neighbors for “Fireworks at Bayside” located at 1400 Dalrock Road, just off I-30 Rowlett, from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 4th. Celebrate freedom with live music, festival-style foods, children’s activities and the largest fireworks display in Rowlett.  There is no admission charge for entry to […]

Rockwall Fourth of July Parade (PHOTOS)

Rockwall Fourth of July Parade (PHOTOS)

ROCKWALL, TX (July 6, 2014) Rockwall donned the red, white and blue for the hometown parade this Saturday. Click on the images below to enlarge. Share your Fourth of July photos and we’ll share them at Blue Ribbon News!

City of Heath drenched in red, white & blue (VIDEO, PHOTOS)

City of Heath drenched in red, white & blue (VIDEO, PHOTOS)

City of Heath’s Fourth of July VIDEO: The City of Heath celebrated the Fourth of July with its annual Independence Day Parade and Popsicles in the Park. Enjoy our photo gallery below, and the VIDEO from the City of Heath above. Send us your Fourth photos and we’ll share them at Blue Ribbon News! Click […]

Veterans invited to ride on special float in Heath’s Independence Day Parade (VIDEO)

HEATH, TX (July 1, 2014) For a patriotic hometown American experience, come celebrate freedom at the City of Heath’s Annual Independence Day Parade followed by Popsicles in the Park on Friday, July 4. Whether you participate in the parade or find a comfortable seat for viewing, expect an inspiring scene as Laurence Drive is drenched in […]

Rockwall historical museum open for Fourth of July tours

ROCKWALL, TX (June 20, 2014) The Rockwall County Historical Foundation is pleased to announce, in conjunction with the special events planned at Harry Myers Park for the 4th of July Celebration, The Museum at Harry Myers Park will be open for visitors and conducting free tours on Friday, July 4th, 2014 for extended hours from […]