Rockwall, TX (November 21, 2025) – The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA Rockwall Riptides topped the Winter Championships held at the Rockwall ISD Aquatic Center on November 15-16, 2025! Amongst fierce competition from teams across the DFW area, Corsicana, and Abilene, the Riptides secured a first place overall in the team competition! The two-day event showcased young […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (Nov. 21 , 2025) —Our holiday print edition is hot off the press and on its way to mailboxes across Rockwall County. Can’t wait? Click here to check out the digital version now. Blue Ribbon News is Rockwall County’s number one source for uplifting local stories and community-driven coverage—online and in print—for nearly […]
Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – On Tuesday, November 11, J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall staff, friends, and community members gathered in a poignant tribute reflecting on and honoring Veterans for their profound commitment to our nation. The annual event, which blends faithful prayer, unwavering patriotism, and deep appreciation, serves to remind all in attendance […]
Rockwall, TX (November 18, 2025) – Rockwall Breakfast Rotary’s annual Coats for Kids event was held November 8 at Costco Rockwall. Coats for Kids is coordinated between Rockwall Breakfast Rotary, Rockwall Independent School District and Costco.It was a special day to welcome the families and their kids, who were able to pick out their own […]
Rockwall, TX (November 17, 2025) – A double dose of happy purrs are in store this week! Meet Vienna (left) and Golden (right) – both are super sweet and loving 10-month-old kittens who would love to find a forever home together! They can be adopted separately but would really prefer to stay together, if possible. […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 14, 2025) — Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Harbor is proud to announce the success of its First Annual Gumbo Cook-Off, where the community came together in true Cajun spirit to raise more than $1,500 for Givingmas, an East Dallas-based nonprofit that walks alongside families as they overcome barriers and build lasting […]
Rockwall, TX (November 13, 2025) – Join the Rockwall Community Band for a heartwarming evening of holiday music to kick off the Christmas season. The Christmas Joy Concert is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, at 7:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Rockwall. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy timeless Christmas classics, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) Rockwall Independent School District is proud to announce its selection as a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT) for the second year in a row. This esteemed recognition celebrates districts across Texas that demonstrate exemplary leadership, innovation, and commitment to student success through […]
Rockwall County Judge Frank New (center) with his wife Kerri and Sharon Henson, Republican Party County Chair ROCKWALL, TX (Nov. 12, 2025) Earlier this week I officially filed for re-election to the office of Rockwall County Judge. As I look back over the 4 years since I first made the decision to seek this office, […]
Rockwall, TX (November 12, 2025) – Meet Bailey! This 5-year-old tripod sweetie is housebroken and crate-trained. She does need to meet new canine friends slowly but previously lived with small chihuahuas and even a cat. She’s an endearingly goofy 54-pound lapdog who thinks she’s a big baby. Bailey is current on vaccines, microchipped, and spayed. […]