Rockwall, TX (May 15, 2025) – Law enforcement agencies across Rockwall County gathered on the morning of May 15 to honor the valiant officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The Police Officer Memorial Commemoration, held at Rest Haven Funeral Home in Rockwall, served as a poignant reminder of their […]
Dr. M. Joan Terry, Hartman Award recipient, pictured with Past Friends of the Library president, Carrie Pickell, and current president, Kathleen Evans Rockwall, TX (May 15, 2025) – At the May meeting of Friends of the Library, Dr. M. Joan Terry was awarded the 2025 Hartman Award. Dr. Terry is a devoted and long-time member of […]
Rockwall County (May 14, 2025) – Interested in the Master Gardener program? The Rockwall County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension office is accepting applications from May 1 – May 31 to join this year’s Master Gardeners class. Who are Texas Master Gardeners? Master Gardeners are members of the local community who take an active interest in […]
Rockwall, TX (May 14, 2025) – Summer is here and camp is in session! Our Blue Ribbon News Summer Camp Spotlight features local summer camp programs, Vacation Bible Schools, sports and skills camps, recreational activities and fun, learning opportunities for all ages. We hope this growing compilation helps you and your family find fun and […]
Rockwall, TX (May 13, 2025) – The mobile food pantry, a partnership of The North Texas Food Bank and Catholic Charities of Dallas, brings fresh fruit, vegetables, and other food items to Rockwall twice a month. May ‘s scheduled visits are this coming Saturday, May 17 from 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. and Tuesday, May 20. Those unable to […]
Grant provides support services to help at-risk and justice-involved youth develop life skills and reduce recidivism rates. Rockwall, TX (May 7, 2025) – One Heart Project is pleased to announce that the Texas Bar Foundation has renewed its grant commitment to support continued services for justice-involved youth in Rockwall County. One Heart Project is a Texas-based […]
Rockwall, TX (May 5, 2025) – Caregiving can be a demanding job – it’s almost impossible to take on alone. The emotional, physical, and mental toll can leave you feeling exhausted. If you need a break, the North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging provides temporary relief for family caregivers. Eligible family members receive vouchers that […]
Rockwall, TX (May 1, 2025) – Jason Hudson recently was named Chief Executive Officer of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Rockwall County. The new 36-bed medical rehabilitation hospital is scheduled to open this fall in Heath, Texas, and will treat patients with disabling injuries or illnesses caused by strokes, brain injuries, hip fractures, spinal injuries, Parkinson’s […]
9-1-1 Cares School Supply Drive Underway ROCKWALL, TX (May 1, 2025) Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch has launched a school supply drive. Now through July 19, they are collecting the following essentials for Rockwall County students in need: Glue sticks Scissors Folders Colored Pencils Markers Notebooks Binders Erasers Disinfecting Wipes Liquid Glue Small 80z Hand […]
Rockwall, TX (April 23, 2025) – Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is proud to invite the community to join us in observing Blue Sunday, a National Day of Prayer dedicated to raising awareness and praying for abused and neglected children. This year, Blue Sunday will take place on April 27, 2025, and we […]