(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) The City of Rockwall celebrated its 161st birthday in 2015. It’s a wonderful feeling knowing that our citizens have preserved our history while continuing to invest in the future. When I became Mayor in December 2014, my goal was to continue attracting high quality residential development; improving roadways, parks and […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 23, 2015) Dear Neighbors, I want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and happiness in the coming New Year. We are blessed each and every day to live in this country and community. We have had an exciting year in Rockwall and accomplished many of the goals […]
Liechty Campaign Enjoys Surge In Key Endorsements From Across The District (HEATH, TX – Nov. 29, 2015) Republican Lorne Liechty, a longtime conservative leader and the current Mayor of Heath, has officially filed as a candidate for State Representative to represent the citizens of Texas State House District 33, which includes Rockwall County and parts […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – October 19, 2015) Rockwall Mayor Jim Pruitt joined fellow mayors from across North Texas and throughout the United States in taking the Mayors’ Monarch Pledge to take action to help save the monarch butterfly, an iconic species whose populations have declined by 90% in the last 20 years. Through the National Wildlife […]
(HEATH, TX – Oct 14, 2015) Mayor Lorne Liechty and the City Council honored resident Becky Burkett for 10 years of service on the Park Board as both an involved member and vice chairman during the October 13 City Council meeting. “Becky’s generous contribution of time, talent and energy have been evident in the many good […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – September 24, 2015) A total of 418 crosses handmade by Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts filled the lawn of the Trinity Baptist Church in Royse City in honor of first responders who died during rescue efforts at Ground Zero 14 years ago on Sept. 11th, as many within the community gathered together […]
(HEATH, TX- August 17, 2015) When Cooper Brandy shares “What I Did This Summer” on the first day of school, he can list serving as Mayor of Heath for the Day among his activities. “Mayor Brandy” skillfully oversaw City operations including Public Works and the Department of Public Safety on August 11. He concluded his […]
(HEATH, TX – July 16, 2015) City of Heath Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berry today announced his plans to seek the mayoral seat on the City of Heath Council in the May 2016 General Election. The council seat will be vacated by current Mayor Lorne Liechty, who will not seek a third consecutive term. Berry is […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – June 2, 2015) Rockwall Mayor Jim Pruitt and City Council members took the Oath of Office during the City Council meeting on Monday, June 1. David White (Place 1) and Scott Milder (Place 5) were re-elected during the Saturday, May 9th election to serve an additional two-year term on the Rockwall City […]
UPDATE (May 14, 2015) : Sadly, Blue Ribbon News just learned that due to weather conditions, Friday’s Dream Flight has been cancelled. Alternate plans are being considered; stay tuned as we receive updates. (ROCKWALL, TX – May 11, 2015) Former U.S. Navy fighter pilot J. Waymon Rose, a resident of Rock Ridge Assisted Living and […]