ROCKWALL, TX – February 4, 2022 — Beginning in March, the Downtown Rockwall Association will support around 40 of its individual business members through special Anniversary Spotlight events. Two Saturdays a month, an individual business will be chosen and spotlighted to celebrate its business anniversary from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “It’s a fun way […]
Do not arouse or awaken love until it so desires — Song of Songs 2:7 (NIV) ROCKWALL, TX – February 3, 2022 — My second semester of college began with bleak winter days in the Ozark Mountains. I was only a few hours from home by road but more than a few degrees colder by […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Feb. 3, 2022) Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join Family Caregivers Online to learn to […]
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, 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]