Big Lots brings new store experience to Rockwall with grand opening

Big Lots brings new store experience to Rockwall with grand opening

National discount retailer opens new location in Rockwall County ROCKWALL, Texas – Feb. 2, 2022 — Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG), one of the largest neighborhood discount retailers in the U.S., announces the grand opening of its newest store in Rockwall, Texas, on Feb. 12. Shoppers can expect doorbuster offers at the store’s grand opening […]

Rockwall Art League to welcome Amy Werntz as demo artist of the month

Rockwall Art League to welcome Amy Werntz as demo artist of the month

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 2, 2022) The Rockwall Art League is excited to spotlight award-winning, Dallas based portraitist Amy Werntz as their Demo Artist of the Month. Join RAL for an evening of inspiration on February 23rd from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. The meeting will be held at Harry Myers Community Center, 815 E. Washington St., Rockwall, […]

Tickets, tables available for Feb. 18 Masquerade Gala benefiting Rockwall Boys & Girls Club

Tickets, tables available for Feb. 18 Masquerade Gala benefiting Rockwall Boys & Girls Club

ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 1, 2022) Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Texas for the most magical fundraising event of the season, a Mardi Gras Masquerade benefiting the Rockwall clubs. The event begins at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 18 at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront. The Dallas Blues Orchestra will bring the rhythm of New […]

Women In Need to unveil new plans during Chocolate Indulgence signature event

Women In Need to unveil new plans during Chocolate Indulgence signature event

Big wins for WIN ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 1, 2022) With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, many in our community are busy making plans for Chocolate Indulgence, Women in Need’s largest annual fundraising event benefiting individuals and families affected by domestic violence. WIN’s signature soiree is known for its decadent chocolate, fine dining, dancing, and live and […]

‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022: Local couples share their love stories

‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022: Local couples share their love stories

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 31, 2022) Each year for Valentine’s Day, Blue Ribbon News asks local couples to share stories of how they met. Their tales of true love are often sweet, funny, and sometimes quirky – but always a big hit among readers. This year we received a record number of submissions. Although we could […]

Lee Gilbert, Rockwall County Commissioner, Pct 2 endorses Dana Macalik

Lee Gilbert, Rockwall County Commissioner, Pct 2 endorses Dana Macalik

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 31, 2022) Dana Cullins Macalik, a native of Rockwall County, a Rockwall City Councilmember and former President/CEO with the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce and the largest real estate company in Rockwall, is an excellent choice to succeed me as County Commissioner- Precinct 2.   I confidently recommend Dana Macalik. Dana has a clear […]

Blue Ribbon News ‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

Blue Ribbon News ‘How I Met My Mate’ 2022 print edition hits mailboxes throughout Rockwall, Heath

ROCKWALL, TX – January 31, 2022 — Below is a digital look at our How I Met My Mate 2022 print edition. Our print publication delivers to more than 15,500 homes and businesses throughout Rockwall County. Extra copies are available for pick up (while supplies last) at the Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce, the JER […]

Customer Appreciation Day planned for Rockwall Helping Hands Thrift Store & Boutique

Customer Appreciation Day planned for Rockwall Helping Hands Thrift Store & Boutique

  UPDATE (Feb. 2, 2022) Due to weather conditions, this event has been rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 12.  ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 28, 2022) Rockwall County Helping Hands Thrift Store & Boutique will host Customer Appreciation Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, featuring new merchandise, music, refreshments, raffle drawings and a coupon […]

Letter to the Editor: Rockwall/Heath resident shares thoughts on last night’s Candidate Forum

Letter to the Editor: Rockwall/Heath resident shares thoughts on last night’s Candidate Forum

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 27, 2022) The following was submitted by Rockwall/Heath resident Sherrill Lester after last night’s CANDIDATE FORUM at Liberty Hall, Rockwall County Courthouse. The forum was the first in a series of three Rockwall County Candidate Forums hosted by the Rockwall County Republican Party for the March 2022 Primary Election. The following candidates participated: […]

Meet Starlight, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

Meet Starlight, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 24, 2022) Meet Starlight! This super sweet 8-month old Lab Retriever has tons of puppy energy and needs an energetic companion to play with! She loves chew toys, is an excellent cuddler, and is learning her commands. Starlight is house-trained, crate-trained, and cat-safe! She’s also microchipped, spayed, and current on her vaccinations. Contact Rockwall Pets […]