ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX — The Rockwall Art League and the Greater Rockwall Youth Symphony proudly celebrate the success of their recent Symphony of Color gala, which brought together community leaders, local businesses, artists, musicians, volunteers, and residents in support of arts and youth programs across Rockwall County. The gala highlighted the strength and generosity of […]
ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (May 12, 2026) The Rockwall-Heath High School Top 10 students and their families were celebrated during a luncheon hosted by Principal Todd Bradford, high school administration, and counselors on April 22. Families, the board of trustees, Superintendent Dr. John Villarreal, and district leaders celebrated the accomplishments of these graduating seniors. Each student was […]
Front row from left: Madison Smith, Hannah Radebaugh, Ava Northcutt, Emma Fishman, Camille Barkley, Makayla Schulte, Parker Brott, Blythe Barkley, Lexi Samples, Ella Canaday, Kaitlyn Perez, Campbell Cilio. Back row from left: Lauren Tungcab, Rylee Lyon, Lia Stone, Liz McCalmont, Carys Albers, Sophie Griswold, Lydia Hittle, Myla Brizendine, Elise Doty, Parker Deadman, Delaney Bernard, Camille Smith, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 11, 2026) — Meals on Wheels Senior Services of Rockwall County celebrated the spirit of service, compassion, and healthy aging during its Older Americans Day Award Celebration held May 8 in recognition of Older Americans Month. This year’s national Older Americans Month theme, “Champion Your Health,” focuses on prevention, wellness, informed choices, […]
ROYSE CITY, TX (May 11, 2026) — Local student Marlo Keller, a senior at Royse City High School, has advanced to the semi-finals in the nationwide America’s Favorite Student competition, a campaign that raises funds and awareness for The Planetary Society. Keller is one of the remaining students competing for a place in the finals, and the current round ends on Thursday, May 14. To […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 8, 2026) — Blue Ribbon News recently received the following Letter to the Editor from Rachel Gilmore, a student in the Texas Tech K-12 program, who was encouraged to write about a charitable cause and share it with a local news source. We are pleased to publish her thoughtful message encouraging the […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 7, 2026) — Rockwall ISD proudly announces the 2026 Elementary and Secondary District Teachers of the Year, Jeanette Allison from Dorris A. Jones Elementary and Christopher Bell from Rockwall-Heath High School. Jeanette Allison is a fifth-grade math teacher at Dorris A. Jones Elementary, and has been teaching for 19 years. Eight of […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 7, 2026) — We The People Taproom is redefining the way locals enjoy their afternoons and evenings with the launch of two new daily experiences: Snack Hour and an extended Happy Hour, both designed to give guests more flexibility, more flavor, and more value than traditional offerings in the area. At a […]
School’s Almost Out… Real Good News Is In! ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 7, 2026) — Our May/June Summer Camp issue is hot off the press and heading to mailboxes across Rockwall County next week — packed with #RealGoodNews, community happenings, local spotlights, and a special guide to camps, activities, and family-friendly adventures happening all season […]
ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 7, 2026) — Operation Forward, a community-driven initiative dedicated to supporting veterans in need, is proud to announce its upcoming Veteran Giveaway Celebration taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Rockwall Ford. The event will bring together businesses, community leaders, nonprofits, and residents from […]